My mother's hips are paining ever since she had the hip joint replacement surgery

My mother's hips are paining ever since she had the hip joint replacement surgery. Will this be permanent?

My mother has severe pain in her hips, ever since she underwent hip joint replacement surgery. She is now unable to even walk normally. Will this become permanent?

2 Answers

Dr. Scott M. Taylor

Orthopedist

Oakland, CA

You need to follow up with the surgeon and have that conversation.

Dr. Alexander P. Sah

Orthopedic Surgeon (Orthopedist)

Fremont, CA

That is an unexpected result, and repeat evaluation, or second opinion would be warranted to make sure there is not a treatable cause of her continued pain. Workup would involve repeat xrays, possible lab work, physical exam. Evaluation sooner rather than later would be recommended to avoid it becoming a permanent problem.