Hip replacement in chiang mai

[Saan]

Could anyone help me with some advice about hip replacement in Chiang Ma?

My time has come and the occasional pain is no longer occasional.

Are there any recommendations for surgeons and hospitals? What cost will I be up for?

I would also like to know if beds and chairs need to elevated after the operation to keep the hip above the knees when sitting? Any other advice abut rehab etc, will be gratefully received.

[Tywais]

Here are some topics on the subject, the first one Chiang Mai specific.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/663501-hip-replacement/

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/713121-hipfemur-replacement-surgery/

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/708630-hip-replacement/

[northernjohn]

I used

Dr Chanakarn Phornphutkul (sports medicine)

Rajavej Hospital, 053 801999 and 053 204545

(Orthodpedic clinic opposite the hospital on the other side of the river)

I was very happy with the results. The total cost was 183,000 baht. I had a card I purchased that cost 100 baht and gave me 10% off room and medicines. I had a private room and used the hospital food. It was good with the exception that the breakfast was bland. You have the option of paying 200 baht a day or having your meals brought into you by your friends or relatives.

Edit

A word of warning. If you have RH negative blood it takes a while to get it. They needed two units to perform the operation. Mine is type O negative and it took them a week to get the two units. I don't think they use them not sure about that but they will not perform the operation with out them. Tywais informed me that their is only .03% of the Asian population that has RH negative.

If any one has some one visiting them with negative maybe they could give a unit here. Most of us are to old.

Edited May 14, 2014 by northernjohn

[masuk]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

[shepsel]

Dr. Preecha who works at Sriphat and Ram is an excellend surgeon.

[uptheos]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Yes, I know someone who also had a successful hip replacement done by him.

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe he was Dr. Chanakarn's professor.

Edited May 14, 2014 by uptheos

[northernjohn]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Yes, I know someone who also had a successful hip replacement done by him.

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe he was Dr. Chanakarn's professor.

He could have been one of them. Dr. Chanakarn was recommend to me by Dr Sudhee who said he had been one of his students.

[Saan]

I had a hip replaced 13 years ago and I believe the technique has improved dramatically. Then I had to be very careful I didn't sit with my knees higher than my hip - or dire consequences. Is that the case now. Do I need to elevate bed, toilet seat and chairs. Thanks for the info.

[northernjohn]

I had a hip replaced 13 years ago and I believe the technique has improved dramatically. Then I had to be very careful I didn't sit with my knees higher than my hip - or dire consequences. Is that the case now. Do I need to elevate bed, toilet seat and chairs. Thanks for the info.

Sorry about not replying about that.

Years ago my friend in Canada had his removed and he was told to always keep his hip higher. He even bought a riser for his toilet. Also he had some pillows to sit on. He had to have a shot in the stomach every day for a week. Yes things have changed a little bit.

When I had mine replaced I was told the same thing. I found it easy to just sit in a chair with my leg straight out in front of me so that the knee was lower. I was also told to sleep with a pillow between my legs. I was given a pill to take every day no more shots. I believe it was 13 days after the operation when he pulled the staples that he said I didn't have to keep my knee lower all the time. He also told me it was OK to walk 400 meters.

You may hear different stories about that people saying they could do this and that the next day. I maybe could but I did not try. The doctor explained that you have three different things joining to be one piece. The bone,muscle and the metal replacement and it took three months for that to come together. So just because you can do some thing it does not mean it is good for you to do it. Give it the three months before you try to do as much as you did before.

The pill is very important. I did not realize it. I thought it was for pain and even though I have a high pain thresh hold it wasn't hurting. At about 6 weeks it was swollen up and a little bit painful so I went back to him and he X rayed it said it was fine. Then he asked if I had been taking the pill every day and I said no. That is when he explained it to me. That pill also has an antiseptic in it. So I had to take two a day for a week and two others after every meal for a week then one of the first ones every day for another week. Every thing turned out fine then the swelling went down and It feels normal again. I am how ever aware that it is not the same but it does not stop me from doing any thing or hurt.

[alfalfa19]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

[masuk]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

[masuk]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

I meant to mention that the costs converted to about AU$6000.00. It is about 3 or 4 times the cost in Australia.

[Saan]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

It is interesting what you said about being banned from stairs. I had a knee replacement about 3 years ago in Australia and the next day was made to use stairs by the physio. Just different approaches I guess.

[orang37]

Sawasdee Khrup, Khun Saan,

I had my right hip replaced in the U.S. about sixteen years ago. I almost decided to have it replaced here in Chiang Mai by the excellent surgeon Dr. Paiboon at Chiang Mai Ram.

Of course, there are many individual factors affecting recovery time, pain during recovery, time to different levels of safe ambulation, stair-climbing, exercise, etc. : age, weight, life-style, general health, immune-system strength, cardiovascular fitness, genetic factors, etc. But, in general, you can expect to be up and walking with a walker within 24-36 hours.

I was doing a mile a day on a walker a week after surgery ... very carefully Within three months I was bicycling, including going up steep hills (well, yes, as Bob Dylan did not sing: "I was so much younger then, I'm older than that now").

So, your mileage will vary. As with most surgeries one of the best predictors of outcome is the number of times the surgeon has performed the operation: I would not hesitate to put myself under the knife of Dr. Paiboon, Dr. Sattya, or Dr. Preecha, all of whom, over the years, have received good reviews from other farangs I know. Dr. Paiboon, with Drs. Sattya, and Dr. Preecha, playing second- and third- knife put my right leg back together after a serious compound spiral femur fracture several years ago caused by some hit-and-run motosai maniac. While dealing with the CM Ram administration (bill-kiting vultures) was a nightmare (never again !), I have nothing but praise for Dr. Paiboon.

An area I would definitely research, if I needed another hip replacement would be the state-of-the-art in ball/socket technology; I'd want to be sure I got the latest parts I could afford.

You have every reason to expect excellent results from the surgery.

best, ~o:37;

[xen]

I had a hip replacement almost a year ago. The onlything i can add to do after you are walking again is to see if you can find a pool to do hydro theapy - walking, squats etc in the pool a couple time a week.

[northernjohn]

Sawasdee Khrup, Khun Saan,

I had my right hip replaced in the U.S. about sixteen years ago. I almost decided to have it replaced here in Chiang Mai by the excellent surgeon Dr. Paiboon at Chiang Mai Ram.

Of course, there are many individual factors affecting recovery time, pain during recovery, time to different levels of safe ambulation, stair-climbing, exercise, etc. : age, weight, life-style, general health, immune-system strength, cardiovascular fitness, genetic factors, etc. But, in general, you can expect to be up and walking with a walker within 24-36 hours.

I was doing a mile a day on a walker a week after surgery ... very carefully Within three months I was bicycling, including going up steep hills (well, yes, as Bob Dylan did not sing: "I was so much younger then, I'm older than that now").

So, your mileage will vary. As with most surgeries one of the best predictors of outcome is the number of times the surgeon has performed the operation: I would not hesitate to put myself under the knife of Dr. Paiboon, Dr. Sattya, or Dr. Preecha, all of whom, over the years, have received good reviews from other farangs I know. Dr. Paiboon, with Drs. Sattya, and Dr. Preecha, playing second- and third- knife put my right leg back together after a serious compound spiral femur fracture several years ago caused by some hit-and-run motosai maniac. While dealing with the CM Ram administration (bill-kiting vultures) was a nightmare (never again !), I have nothing but praise for Dr. Paiboon.

An area I would definitely research, if I needed another hip replacement would be the state-of-the-art in ball/socket technology; I'd want to be sure I got the latest parts I could afford.

You have every reason to expect excellent results from the surgery.

best, ~o:37;

When I had my hip replacement inSeptember here the doctor did not know the price going in. set by the hospital but he had a pretty good idea. He said he could do the surgery at Ram and the bill would almost be double.

My bill was 183,000 baht. The big fancy one in Bangkok has a set price on their site of 450,000 baht.

[masuk]

Sawasdee Khrup, Khun Saan,

I had my right hip replaced in the U.S. about sixteen years ago. I almost decided to have it replaced here in Chiang Mai by the excellent surgeon Dr. Paiboon at Chiang Mai Ram.

Of course, there are many individual factors affecting recovery time, pain during recovery, time to different levels of safe ambulation, stair-climbing, exercise, etc. : age, weight, life-style, general health, immune-system strength, cardiovascular fitness, genetic factors, etc. But, in general, you can expect to be up and walking with a walker within 24-36 hours.

I was doing a mile a day on a walker a week after surgery ... very carefully Within three months I was bicycling, including going up steep hills (well, yes, as Bob Dylan did not sing: "I was so much younger then, I'm older than that now").

So, your mileage will vary. As with most surgeries one of the best predictors of outcome is the number of times the surgeon has performed the operation: I would not hesitate to put myself under the knife of Dr. Paiboon, Dr. Sattya, or Dr. Preecha, all of whom, over the years, have received good reviews from other farangs I know. Dr. Paiboon, with Drs. Sattya, and Dr. Preecha, playing second- and third- knife put my right leg back together after a serious compound spiral femur fracture several years ago caused by some hit-and-run motosai maniac. While dealing with the CM Ram administration (bill-kiting vultures) was a nightmare (never again !), I have nothing but praise for Dr. Paiboon.

An area I would definitely research, if I needed another hip replacement would be the state-of-the-art in ball/socket technology; I'd want to be sure I got the latest parts I could afford.

You have every reason to expect excellent results from the surgery.

best, ~o:37;

When I had my hip replacement inSeptember here the doctor did not know the price going in. set by the hospital but he had a pretty good idea. He said he could do the surgery at Ram and the bill would almost be double.

My bill was 183,000 baht. The big fancy one in Bangkok has a set price on their site of 450,000 baht.

Prof Sattya quoted me ฿200,000. I left the hospital a week later and the total bill was around 174,000.

[northernjohn]

Sawasdee Khrup, Khun Saan,

I had my right hip replaced in the U.S. about sixteen years ago. I almost decided to have it replaced here in Chiang Mai by the excellent surgeon Dr. Paiboon at Chiang Mai Ram.

Of course, there are many individual factors affecting recovery time, pain during recovery, time to different levels of safe ambulation, stair-climbing, exercise, etc. : age, weight, life-style, general health, immune-system strength, cardiovascular fitness, genetic factors, etc. But, in general, you can expect to be up and walking with a walker within 24-36 hours.

I was doing a mile a day on a walker a week after surgery ... very carefully Within three months I was bicycling, including going up steep hills (well, yes, as Bob Dylan did not sing: "I was so much younger then, I'm older than that now").

So, your mileage will vary. As with most surgeries one of the best predictors of outcome is the number of times the surgeon has performed the operation: I would not hesitate to put myself under the knife of Dr. Paiboon, Dr. Sattya, or Dr. Preecha, all of whom, over the years, have received good reviews from other farangs I know. Dr. Paiboon, with Drs. Sattya, and Dr. Preecha, playing second- and third- knife put my right leg back together after a serious compound spiral femur fracture several years ago caused by some hit-and-run motosai maniac. While dealing with the CM Ram administration (bill-kiting vultures) was a nightmare (never again !), I have nothing but praise for Dr. Paiboon.

An area I would definitely research, if I needed another hip replacement would be the state-of-the-art in ball/socket technology; I'd want to be sure I got the latest parts I could afford.

You have every reason to expect excellent results from the surgery.

best, ~o:37;

When I had my hip replacement inSeptember here the doctor did not know the price going in. set by the hospital but he had a pretty good idea. He said he could do the surgery at Ram and the bill would almost be double.

My bill was 183,000 baht. The big fancy one in Bangkok has a set price on their site of 450,000 baht.

Prof Sattya quoted me ฿200,000. I left the hospital a week later and the total bill was around 174,000.

Not sure but I would think the knee would be more costly. I chose a private hospital across from the Holiday Inn with a private room. There is no doubt in my mind the recovery process would be different. Much easier on the hip I would say. But the time for the muscle bone and metal would still take 3 months to completely knit as a unit. Even though in my case it felt fine after I took the pills. It was still not at it's best functioning ability even though my mind said it was. I can be my own worst enemy at times. LOL

[ataloss]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

re:"The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are."

Hi Masuk: Could you kindly name the prosthetic they used as these are technologically updated often nowadays? Cheers...

[masuk]

Aussie friend of mine had a hip replacement with excellent results, so I went to the same surgeon, a Professor at CM Uni teaching hospital in Suthep Rd.

I had a total knee replacement, and I was impressed with the care pre-op and then a week in a private room there. The heart specialist declared that I could not have a total general anaesthetic, so I had a spinal block and then enough to put me out to avoid seeing all the fun. I was given a DVD of the op. later, and I'm glad I missed the fun.

The total cost from start to finish was ฿200,000, including medications, food, dressings, physio.

My only complaint was the food. Typical hospital stuff, but the room had a microwave and a mate of mine bought in heatable food.

The surgeon was Prof Sattya, whose consulting rooms are on Thai Pae Rod, 50m up from Soi 3. Open after 5pm.

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

re:"The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are."

Hi Masuk: Could you kindly name the prosthetic they used as these are technologically updated often nowadays? Cheers...

sorry I don't know. I could ask the Prof as I'm due to see him next week.

An Aussie friend of mine was told the manufacturer's name, and his nephew knew it and told him it was one of the best. That was for his hip.

[northernjohn]

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

re:"The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are."

Hi Masuk: Could you kindly name the prosthetic they used as these are technologically updated often nowadays? Cheers...

sorry I don't know. I could ask the Prof as I'm due to see him next week.

An Aussie friend of mine was told the manufacturer's name, and his nephew knew it and told him it was one of the best. That was for his hip.

I don't know the name of the one I got either but my doctor said it was the best. It cost 60,000 baht. So the resty of my bill was 123,000 baht.

One other thing to watch out for is if you are taking a blood thinner including baby aspirin be sure to let the doctor know.

[uptheos]

I don't know the name of the one I got either but my doctor said it was the best. It cost 60,000 baht. So the resty of my bill was 123,000 baht.

One other thing to watch out for is if you are taking a blood thinner including baby aspirin be sure to let the doctor know.

Yup, applies to any surgery....good advice.

[masuk]

I don't know the name of the one I got either but my doctor said it was the best. It cost 60,000 baht. So the resty of my bill was 123,000 baht.

One other thing to watch out for is if you are taking a blood thinner including baby aspirin be sure to let the doctor know.

Yup, applies to any surgery....good advice.

yes, for sure. even the baby aspirin as you say. had to stop 1 week before the op.

[uptheos]

We're quite fortunate up here to have a few good orthopedic surgeons, who can perform these surgeries (successfully) at a reasonable cost.

[Oscar2]

Interesting. I had a quote from the big, popular hospital in bkk, I forget the name. Their price was well over double what you paid. Just curious, how has your recovery been? I had one done here in California, the recovery was long and painful, though I did notice gradual improvement for 2 years.

I had my op January 18th this year. I was banned from using the stairs or driving for some weeks so slept downstairs. After 4 weeks I was driving again and taking the stairs slowly. It's now 4 months and I am walking normally, no problems. The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are. Yes, it does set off airport security alarms. Tell them why. It helps.

The medications all have a reason, and pain relief was one, antibiotic, anti inflammatory. Finished after about 5 weeks. I hardly used the walking stick, and it had the local dogs bluffed on my morning walks.

I had some fluid build up in the first 2 weeks but that was drained off in the Dr's room.

re:"The prosthetics used are supposed to be one of the best there are."

Hi Masuk: Could you kindly name the prosthetic they used as these are technologically updated often nowadays? Cheers...

just a guess of course... Zimmer Holdings. I know the company as it was one my most successful stock picks ever.........and I often see the Zimmer Holdings vans driving around cities in Thailand including Chiang Mai.

http://www.zimmer.com/en-US/hcp/hip.jspx

[NancyL]

If you live alone, you should consider the rehab period after hospital discharge. You're not going to be able to go back to your previous activities right away without some assistance. I have no financial connection to the place, but I'd like to point out that Dok Kaew Gardens, out at McKean isn't just for long term care. I know people who have gone there for short term post op care. You'll have a studio apt, assistance with bathing, three meals per day, laundry service, can take advantage of the excellent physo-therapy services at McKean Hospital (about 100 meters away) and practice walking on nice level pathways on a tropical island away from vehicular traffic. Great place to stay for a few weeks while you literally get back on your feet.

Edited May 15, 2014 by NancyL

[masuk]

zimmer is a German word, and often the walking frames are called zimmer frames.

Here's what is inside my leg!

[fantom]

I am an Occupational Therapist and run my own consultancy. lots of experience working with people home after hip ops. A couple of suggestions

1. Toilet: Buy an over toilet frame. unscrew the existing seat and lid from your toilet then place the toilet frame over it. Do not use one of those toilet raisers. unstable and do not have the handles to help you up and down.

2 Seating. rent a Kingston chair or similar. this is a firm raised chair with arms.

These items are available from the hospital supply companies in CM.

They may be provided on loan as part of the discharge policy of the hospital

If you have any questions I am happy to answer

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[fantom]

http://shhc.com.au/health-care-products/toileting/toilet-frames-and-risers/dynamic-over-toilet-seat/

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[fantom]

http://www.thecountrycaregroup.com.au/Kingston-Chair-50mm-wide-Height-Adjustable-P106509.aspx

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