It has been one year since my total hip replacement. My doctor was Dr. Andrew Odland, with many fine people all around. All went well - in the hospital until midafternoon, then home. Kinda tough at home - spending time lying down is hard due to my back pain. Even though the meds made me anxious, and I paced and looked out the window a lot, all was still going ok and moving forward. The nice part was an afternoon truck ride in the area where I hunt deer. I got to settle down a bit. Physical therapy made me a little tired but happy that it was going very well. My wife ("PT Boss" and "Meds Boss") did a great job at home.
All of the therapists were great! I was qualified and released early from physical therapy with of course instructions for homework.
All 6-week and 6-month X-rays and visits with Dr. Odland have been very positive. I am able to put socks on, clip toenails, and tie shoes. Nice! My one-year visit is scheduled and should not be a problem.
I still have joint pain (in my other hip, my knees, and my shoulders), so there may be a return visit for another issue, but I will return with great confidence. You have surrounded yourselves with great people!