Dr. Timothy K. Durnin - 8/28/2007

Question
8 weeks after hip replacement swollen ankles, foot, leg, and thigh. Walking on 2 crutches .Physio consists of moving toes
and pushing down  on knee.Daily exercise outdoors  ;walking the equivalent
of 2/3 minutes walk of normal person.Is this normal?

Answer
This question depends on your age, weight, history, medications and overall health. Your progress is much slower than average but may be normal considering the above. The main thing is to watch for infection.

Good Luck with your recovery Agnes.

Dr. Timothy Durnin
drs.chiroweb.com