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Knee To Thigh Muscle Spasms, Limping. Taken Rhus Tox. Voltarol Relieves Pain. Hip Replacement History. Advise?
Following riight hip replacement a year ago, I still get muscles spasms in the thigh - starting below the knee and transferring up towards the inner thigh. This is worst first thing in the morning and gets better after massage with voltarol. I don't like using this medication long term. I am still limping a year after the op, despite doing all the exercises. I have tried Rhus Tox - but don't seem to get much relief.
Mon, 8 Jul 2013
Hello.You should be evaluated by your orthopedic surgeon to rule out complication in relation to hip replacement.For now, for pain relief, it is best taken by mouth to apply local cream.In my opinion Paracetamol 1000 mg thrice a day can be taken for treating . Please consult your local doctor for a prescription.I wish you good health
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Generally, pain in and around the hip joint should not be felt after a period of 8 weeks (maximum) from the day of index sugery (Total hip replacement).
Pain and limp continuing even after one year of total hip replacement is definitely considered abnormal and needs a detailed evaluation.
I suggest you to consult a good arthroplasty surgeon who has got adequate experience in performing total joint replacement surgeries and follow his advice.
Hope this helps
Generally, pain in and around the hip joint should not be felt after a period of 8 weeks (maximum) from the day of index sugery (Total hip replacement).
Pain and limp continuing even after one year of total hip replacement is definitely considered abnormal and needs a detailed evaluation.
I suggest you to consult a good arthroplasty surgeon who has got adequate experience in performing total joint replacement surgeries and follow his advice.
Hope this helps
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