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Originally Posted by Jeff Higgins View Post
Just back from a visit with the orthopedic surgeon who did the work. There was good news, and there was bad news.

First the bad. He referred to me as a "first timer". We can read a lot into that, and should. Prosthetic hips are far more prone to popping out.

Now the good. I could very well be a "last timer", that is entirely up to me. There is no reason for this to ever happen to me ever again. No further surgery is indicated, the components are undamaged and right back where they belong. It's all down to proper body mechanics. We discussed, he demonstrated, we got this.

Interestingly, when asked if increased strength, mobility, and fitness would help, his answer was "no". That's not how this works - nothing "holds" the ball in the cup per se.

Best news is that he told me that I can get back on the bicycle as soon as I can stand it. That made my day.
Outstanding! ...and interesting.

It's great that you can get back on the bike as soon as you can bear it.
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