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Pain In The Joints After Hip Replacement Surgery. Severe Headaches And Pain In The Hip After Reducing The Percocet Dosage
i had hip replacement surgery 5 weeks ago, and have been doing post-op therapy faithfully. The exercises involve use of 3# ankle weights.
I have daily pain in the joint and have been taking one percocet tablet in the morning and one in the evening. This past week, I have tried to reduce that to one time daily, but am experiencing severe headaches, and still have pain in my hip. Before the operation I very seldom had headaches. Is there a connection between reducing dosage or is this a common "withdrawal" symptom?
I have daily pain in the joint and have been taking one percocet tablet in the morning and one in the evening. This past week, I have tried to reduce that to one time daily, but am experiencing severe headaches, and still have pain in my hip. Before the operation I very seldom had headaches. Is there a connection between reducing dosage or is this a common "withdrawal" symptom?
Thu, 4 Jul 2013
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic
There is no connection
This is a common symptom of withdrawal (oxycodone)
With patience and perseverance, you will be alright...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
There is no connection
This is a common symptom of withdrawal (oxycodone)
With patience and perseverance, you will be alright...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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Hi, thanks for writng to HCM.
Generally, soft tissue healing around the hip joint after a THR should subside within 3 weeks and should not produce pain after that period.
I feel that the pain could be originating in the periarticular region possibly from the muscles due to vigorous physiotherapy.
Your headache could be a side effect of the drug "percocet" (oxycodone+acetaminophen).
If you have any more issues, please consult a physician. Regards
Generally, soft tissue healing around the hip joint after a THR should subside within 3 weeks and should not produce pain after that period.
I feel that the pain could be originating in the periarticular region possibly from the muscles due to vigorous physiotherapy.
Your headache could be a side effect of the drug "percocet" (oxycodone+acetaminophen).
If you have any more issues, please consult a physician. Regards
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