Anyone out there in USMS/Board world had a total hip replacment or hip resurfacing? If so, here are my questions:
1. How long until you were back in the water training?
2. How long until you were back in the water racing (pool and/or open water)?
3. How long until you could do flip turns and push hard off the wall?
4. How long until you were biking?
5. How long until you felt "normal?"
6. What is your experience re range of motion post surgery?
thanks
Well I will need a THR on my right side. Wonder if anyone here can vouch for how their THR has affected them in their quest for speed. I will be bummed if I can't kick long sets like I used to but will live with the verdict regardless. Any comment or input is greatly appreciated.
Hey Graham,
Man, what a bummer. I wish I had some great info about others who've been through it, especially ones who were as young you are.
I don't give training advice on medical issues, just, work with your docs, physical therapist & coach about what you can and can't do post surgery. Most of all, pay attention to what your body's telling you & err on the side of caution. It would suck to do something dumb and have to go back under the knife.
We'd love it if you'd share your story about how your injury & situation happened then share your experiences & journey after surgery.
February 2012 I had a minor sugery. (1 inch scar on my ride outer forearm) My doc told me to stay out of the water for 4 days. When I got back in the water, I'd apply liquid bandaid to my wound which kept it covered the whole practice. I imagine he'll tell you to stay out of the water longer.
Good luck my friend, hope you have smooth surgery and a speedy recovery.
Ande
Well I will need a THR on my right side. Wonder if anyone here can vouch for how their THR has affected them in their quest for speed. I will be bummed if I can't kick long sets like I used to but will live with the verdict regardless. Any comment or input is greatly appreciated.
Hey Graham,
Man, what a bummer. I wish I had some great info about others who've been through it, especially ones who were as young you are.
I don't give training advice on medical issues, just, work with your docs, physical therapist & coach about what you can and can't do post surgery. Most of all, pay attention to what your body's telling you & err on the side of caution. It would suck to do something dumb and have to go back under the knife.
We'd love it if you'd share your story about how your injury & situation happened then share your experiences & journey after surgery.
February 2012 I had a minor sugery. (1 inch scar on my ride outer forearm) My doc told me to stay out of the water for 4 days. When I got back in the water, I'd apply liquid bandaid to my wound which kept it covered the whole practice. I imagine he'll tell you to stay out of the water longer.
Good luck my friend, hope you have smooth surgery and a speedy recovery.
Ande
