Merry Morning everyone. Let's end this silly thread! Genie ... my hips are doing just fine. One total hip replacement was done about 6 years ago, the other was done last Spring. My only serious advice would be to research your doctor's history. Perhap's talk to several of his past patients and ask their opinion of his work.

My first hip surgery went very wrong, and the fault was mine in NOT looking at the doctor's record. My surgery last spring went well, even if I tore my stitches loose two weeks after surgery ... totally my fault. (I was up on stage too soon and moved wrong).

One final thought ... don't wait TOO LONG. Once the doctor's say it's time ... do it. If you need a new hip, you're living with a LOT OF PAIN! Best wishes ... bob nelson