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I Have PsA And Need A Hip Replacement But I Have Been Told There Is More Chance Of Complications After Surgery ,as Anyone Had This Surgery?

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Dundalk, IE
January 24, 2024
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Joint replacement surgery can indeed improve the quality of life for people with severe psoriatic arthritis (PsA). However, it's important to manage PsA properly even after surgery to prevent further damage. Here are some tips from others who have undergone joint replacement surgery:

- Stay Active: Exercise to strengthen Show Full Answer

Joint replacement surgery can indeed improve the quality of life for people with severe psoriatic arthritis (PsA). However, it's important to manage PsA properly even after surgery to prevent further damage. Here are some tips from others who have undergone joint replacement surgery:

- Stay Active: Exercise to strengthen muscles and improve joint stability.
- Maintain a Healthy Weight: Avoid inflammatory foods.
- Physical Therapy: Continue to maintain joint function.
- Medications: Keep taking them as prescribed to control inflammation.

Some members have shared their experiences:
- Changing exercise routines and physical therapy adjustments have provided pain relief.
- Stretching and range of motion exercises are essential.
- Staying active, even using a smartwatch reminder to stand up, can help.

For more detailed personal experiences, you might want to connect with others on platforms like MyPsoriasisTeam.

July 22, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Hi Louise. I have not had a hip replacement, but I have had an elbow replacement (due to a fall) and shoulder surgery (tendons torn off bone & other issues). I think it's an individual thing. I have a friend with PsA and spondylosis. She reacts to everything - stress, medication, food etc. She needs shoulder surgery. I'm guessing her recovery will be filled with various issues and possible complications.

Me, I'm a glass half full person. I recovered very well from my surgeries. Be realistic on your expectations. My recent shoulder surgery has not fixed my shoulder so I can use it like 20 years ago. However, shoulder much better than before and only some pain. I need to manage what I do. I'm now asking people to life heavier items for me rather than doing myself.

January 26, 2024

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