Originally Posted by
SusanH54
Just an update… what I thought was my hip flexor muscle acting up, which has happened before; turns out it’s my hip joint, severe degenerative changes according to the X-rays. My back is getting worse as well, but I expected that. I start (I hope) physical therapy (AKA pain and torture) on Friday. Best case scenario, the PT helps and I can continue to ride. Worst case scenario, hip replacement. Fortunately, cycling is considered a low impact sport (as is swimming). I plan on continuing both until I’m told I can’t. What else I’m thinking of doing is investing in a good recumbent trike. Less fear of falling…I know you can turn them over. I have to stay active, some how, some way.
I'm sorry to hear this. May I ask, have you ever contused that trochanter in the past?
Having smacked mine in skateboard wipe-outs, I've read that can disrupt blood supply to the joint/bones and lead to such. So far, so good here, at 68, when those falls were circa age 50-55.
Wishing and praying for the best for you.