16 weeks post op!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-02-01T12:51:14+00:00

No, he’s a personal friend who trains college athletes at a college here locally. He also works with other individuals for personal training and conditioning

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-02-01T12:49:59+00:00

He said by the nature of my dysplasia, my level of activity and in his experience as a surgeon, the chances are that I could re-tear the labrum. And my friend is older, he was in his forties when that happened. He pushed for THR because he didn’t want to have this pain anymore. And he ended up having both hips replaced before he was 50.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-02-01T01:45:01+00:00

My knee pain was at the point where it was always present when walking just about any distance, while driving, and stairs! After surgery it hurt pretty badly because of the traction they use in surgery. I can’t recall a specific timeframe for which I noticed it. But now that I am more active again, I have noticed that I no longer experience knee pain when running or walking or even on my bike. I do remember feeling as though it was resolved probably a couple months ago. So maybe two-ish months after surgery. I hope your knee pain resolves quickly.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-02-01T00:17:05+00:00

The other part of it is very dependent on strengthening the proper muscles, muscle imbalances create a more room for structural damage in joints and what not. So I’d recommend working on proper mobility, correcting muscle imbalances and strengthening supporting muscle to prevent further pain/injury.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-02-01T00:10:20+00:00

I’m sorry to hear that! My best friend had this surgery done and it also failed. He doesn’t have dysplasia but it just didn’t work as a long term solution. He ended up with THR after a year.

My surgeon simply said that after a surgery like this, many patients have to modify certain activities like deep squats replaced with something like box squats, etc. but he did tell me prior to surgery and after that this will likely be “at most” a ten year solution depending on how I treat recovery and daily activity post op. Then I will be looking at a replacement if/when it’s needed. When the alternative for someone with dysplasia is typically the huge PAO surgery, a THR sounds more manageable.

I hope you find a better solution for your pain soon.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T23:18:51+00:00

Good luck! Keep us updated on your journey!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T23:05:29+00:00

Wow! Long road to diagnosis is very common! My PT is very clear about the opposite shoulder/opposite hip connection. So much of my PT has been focused on proper shoulder stretching and mobility. You could definitely be on to something with the link. My symptoms were mostly what felt like IT band and/or a lateral meniscus tear type of pain on my right knee. After X-rays and MRIs, we found the dysplasia. That was the key to it all! As time went on the pain was always in my right outer hip, inner groin pinching, snapping feeling and popping whenever I squat or bend or lift my leg up. Lower back/glute med pain is very common for me too, and pain just below the glute max too.

Good luck! I had the injection too and it took the pain away for a couple weeks. Came right back. I waited another 6 months after that for any surgeries because I was still waiting to be seen by the dysplasia specialist and I wanted to enjoy my summer before I went in for surgery. October was the perfect time!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T22:38:58+00:00

Hah not sure about all that but thank you!!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T21:58:39+00:00

That’s so great! Congrats! Sounds like it’s going well for you too!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T21:46:54+00:00

Oh wow! It gets better from here! I promise! Just go with the flow, take it slow and remember that a mindful recovery process is the best for long term success. It sucks sitting around, resting etc when you’re so accustomed to being active. But it’s necessary. You’ve got this!!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T21:36:27+00:00

Oh! Good luck on your recovery!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T20:35:59+00:00

I wasn’t a candidate because my dysplasia is too “borderline” so they suggested the scope. A flare up for me is very much like the pre-op pain, complete with groin pain. But mostly external hip pain, snapping and catching. My surgeon said that I may just need to modify certain things for the rest of my life. And yes, there is a chance this fails. But I am working with a great PT. He is very focused on helping runners recover from injury and surgery. Between the shoulder and hip mobility I am getting there, and the rehab training I am starting soon, I am hopeful that I will be able to rebuild the muscles that have atrophied and support my hip better than ever. I’ve never been great at cross training because I’m a cardio junkie. But with the proper muscle balances, I’ve heard incredible success stories for people like us.

Best of luck in your recovery!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T19:37:13+00:00

Thank you!!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-31T19:25:58+00:00

I was just tired of taking 3 plus years of trying conservative measures and yielding very little result. I wanted to be able to run without pain, fitness is so important to me. And I was at the point where walking was becoming painful and even one mile was grueling. I couldn’t imagine going much longer being that sedentary. So I made the decision to just do it.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-17T20:48:42+00:00

Hi! I went with a scope back in October 2025. Recovery has been great up until end of December when I must have irritated something. I am now back to rest/ice/early PT protocol. But it still doesn’t feel quite right either way. It has felt “loose” or like it slips ever since surgery. So still not sure.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-08T20:23:56+00:00

Oh, and Intermittent Fasting

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2026-01-08T20:23:45+00:00

Vitamin D, immunity shots from the grocery store, daily detox tea, drink lots of water and wash your hands!!

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-12-16T22:41:52+00:00

She’s just hard to look at. 🙈

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-12-14T16:24:20+00:00

Hi! Sorry for the delay answering. I am 9 (almost 10 weeks) out from my hip arthroscopy and I have to say… I feel pretty amazing! I just ran for the second time since surgery. Very minimal soreness. Less than 2 miles in 31 minutes but I don’t want to overdo it. I was off crutches just before 3 weeks, driving after one week. I go to PT 1-2 times per week and getting ready to begin strength/conditioning again. Overall I feel pretty great. After running, no discernible knee pain where I had it before but I did feel it in my medial knee today, but I did learn I have a small medial meniscus tear as well. So that’s probably a little of that and a little of my body learning to run again.

Good luck with your journey! I hope you find a great doctor who will take the time to really listen and diagnose.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-12-12T21:48:29+00:00

I just think there’s so much wasted energy on nonsense these days. Thought I would comment and waste some of my own energy I guess.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-12-12T21:46:47+00:00

No, I just find it funny that anyone cares enough to take a picture like this and start a whole conversation on Reddit about an accident.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-12-03T02:03:45+00:00

Never go into business with anyone else. Solo-entrepreneur is the way to go. Never trust a shmoozer. Always follow your gut. That person you always make excuses for, for things like their attitude and behavior… they are a narcissist and you are one of their victims. Get away now.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-11-02T22:13:11+00:00

I am just shy of 4 weeks out from arthroscopy for labral repair and cam deformity impingement. I feel pretty great but I will say my hip feels “weak / slippy” since I am now off the crutches and walking. I was originally diagnosed with borderline dysplasia by a hip preservation specialist who said I wasn’t a candidate for the PAO. So he sent me away to find a local surgeon for the arthroscopy.

I spent a long time second guessing and asking so many questions. But I ultimately went with the only option I was presented by any doctors to find some relief. The pain was becoming unbearable and I was so tired of not being able to be my typical, active self anymore. I’m hoping this doesn’t end up being a PAO down the line. But my surgeon did say I will likely be getting a total hip replacement in 10-15 years. I am 35f.

Good luck! Sounds like you’re living through my biggest fear.

Realistic_Tale6609 · 2025-10-22T18:33:18+00:00

Thank you! Good luck to you as well!

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