Put it off as long as I could

[oily]

Guess I'm not superman after all. Went to the doc today and my right hip is bone on bone and has to be replaced. Between COPD and my parts wearing out it's getting tough.

This was still a kick in the teeth

[3_M]

Oily,
Do not wait as long I did. Do it now.
I was 2 1/2 days in the hospital. After 2 weeks I walked in the Dr's office without a cane. He gave permission for me to drive again. It made me 20 years younger. Should have done it 3 years earlier.
Many I am sure will keep you in their prayers as I will.
FD Mike

[handibunny]

Rob, I know so many people who have gotten "replacement parts", and were so much better off after it was done. Why be in pain when you don't have to?

Can't be easy, and certainly isn't fun, but you know we're all here for you. Hope that helps a little.

[Terry Murphy]

Go for it oily!
You wil be kicking a.. and takin names before long.

[Geoff3]

Hi Rob,
I had both my hips done,still walk with a cain, but the main thing is I can walk. I consider myself lucky thay can replace some bits when thay are worn out. Next thing I need is a brain transplant and I will be good for another 72 years. The secret for a long life is ......Keep breathing....and enjoy it. ............all the best ....Geoff3

[evilbadger]

Rob

A hip replacement is not to bad I had to have one 23 years ago and it is still going better than ever. Once your fully recovered you will wonder why you didn't do it sooner.

[oily]

yup I have to do it. My concern is breathing during the hot, humid weather coming is tough enough. It would be nice to be in less pain for awhile, Between back, hip and knees the past 10 years have been a thrill.

[Hawaiilad]

Rob, I wish you the best...sounds like this operation is way over due. I saw the Heart Dr. the other day and he said my heart is as good as a 24 yr. old man....sure wish the rest of my body was even close to that age. My wife suffers from COPD so I know what you are going through. God be with you through all this.

[Jan]

I agree with the rest of the gang. You'll be happy with the result even if getting to it isn't a lot of fun. Before you know it, you'll be the Bionic Man!!!!!!!

Jan

[JimSawyer]

I'll be pullin for ya Buddy...
Be sure to let us know when you're going in, so we won't be worried from not hearing from you..

Hey with modern technology helping us live longer..
You could say that you're ..Rob OT...

[jim_mex]

Hey Rob - sure this is not a ploy to get more mobility to chase the girls?

Go for it pal. You'll feel so much better after the op. Best wishes!

[JackM]

Go For It

Those that I know who have had a hip(s) replaced also are very happy with the results. Go for it Rob. Sorry to have missed you in Saratoga do to health problems here. Best regards.
Jack

[oily]

Hey Rob - sure this is not a ploy to get more mobility to chase the girls? Naw chasin' has never been worth the effort besides all I care about is the weather. "Weather they will or won't".

Go for it pal. You'll feel so much better after the op. Best wishes!

....................

[oily]

Thank you so much for the caring and encouragement, you have no idea what you all mean to me. I feel more welcome here with my friends on this forum than I feel where I live.

[Wood Dog]

Hey see if the doc will take some pictures....you know how we are around here NPDH
All kidding aside, hope you can get it done sooner than later, and you know we are all here wishing you the best results.