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What Makes One Limb Shorter Than Another After A Hip Replacement Surgery?
Question: I have a hip replacement that was done in 2002. As of about two weeks ago I can't walk on it had an X-ray said nothing was out but it's as if one leg feels shorter and no pain sitting bit # 9 pain when walkin even using a cane I don't know what type dr to see I'm new to area since March. Thank you. Jodi
Brief Answer:
Can be due to stem loosening.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Inability to walk on the replaced hip after fifteen years of replacement can be due to stem loosening. This pain often radiates to the knee. Loosening of previous generation actabular components increases markedly after 12-15 years of function. Obesity and strenuous activities can contribute to failure of the acetabular component. Mild trauma can fracture the femur around a prosthesis stem, especially if the bone is osteoporotic.
You need to consult an orthopedician for a detailed evaluation. MRI scan can help in proper diagnosis.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be due to stem loosening.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Inability to walk on the replaced hip after fifteen years of replacement can be due to stem loosening. This pain often radiates to the knee. Loosening of previous generation actabular components increases markedly after 12-15 years of function. Obesity and strenuous activities can contribute to failure of the acetabular component. Mild trauma can fracture the femur around a prosthesis stem, especially if the bone is osteoporotic.
You need to consult an orthopedician for a detailed evaluation. MRI scan can help in proper diagnosis.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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