THR Had a bilateral CD, now have had a THR

Hi Everyone,

I had an outpatient core decompression done on both hips last week following a very interesting summer of back issues (3 bulging discs), limping and a bilateral AVN diagnosis.

Both surgeons seen stated that my bones were very healthy to go the THR route but while #1 recommended fosamax; #2 recommended CD without anything introduced.

Fortunately or otherwise, I found this forum one day after my surgery and so I couldn't avail myself of all the posted stories of THR longevity while making my choice of surgery decision. I was just too thankful not to be on Fosamax.

I am here for camaraderie and tips on how best to assist this surgery in being a success.

What I am doing:

--Resting/Sleeping

--Elevating both legs

--Icing both legs

--Doing a bit of pacing/walking with crutches(4 point gait) or walker following bathroom breaks

--Not a fan of pills so only taking ibuprofen when pain is unbearable. I had the blues/depression when I took the prescribed oxycodon and feel better without it. It might have been coincidental but I am too scared to try the oxycodon again. Besides, post surgery pain is no worse than my bad days with AVN.

What more do you recommend that I do?

Thanks in advance for your time.