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How Long Does It Take To Recover After Core Decompression Surgery?
I am undergoing core decompression on the 25th of august my question when can i start work at the earliest. Just googled and noticed i need to be on crutches for 6 weeks. Does it mean I cant go to work for 6 weeks. Can I drive or is the same recovery process as THR which I had for my left hip.
Dear Sir/Madam I have gone through your query and read your symptoms. In my opinion, you need to understand two things, your avascular head of the femur needs offloading to reshape itself or to prevent from loosing shape, till it gets revascularized. the core surgery is to help it revascularize fast, 6 weeks is just empirical and must, but in some cases it can be extended based on the fact on your x ray changes. I hope that answers your query. If your want any more clarification, contact me back. Dr Narender Saini
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How Long Does It Take To Recover After Core Decompression Surgery?
Dear Sir/Madam I have gone through your query and read your symptoms. In my opinion, you need to understand two things, your avascular head of the femur needs offloading to reshape itself or to prevent from loosing shape, till it gets revascularized. the core surgery is to help it revascularize fast, 6 weeks is just empirical and must, but in some cases it can be extended based on the fact on your x ray changes. I hope that answers your query. If your want any more clarification, contact me back. Dr Narender Saini