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Non amputated leg right hip pain

Mikef222
Mikef222
I had my left below the knee amputation on August of last year, I moved to New Jersey and started using a rollator , over the past few weeks I am having intense pain on my right knee and right hip hurts really bad any suggestions,I am relatively young 50. My Doctor wants me to see a orthopedic Doctor, but I think it is because I am to active.

Any suggestions?
deleted_user
deleted_user
You are putting extra strain on things that arnt used to it, I had a below knee amp in september and I hurt my "good side" all the time doing too much. I find it easier with a regular walker but use a wheelchair if your not feeling well, its going to take time to build the extra strength.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I agree with Jim. The other thing that could be causing you problems is arthritis. Since my RBK amputation I've developed arthritis (as shown on X-ray) in both of my knees. You might want to go ahead and see an orthopedic doc to have your joints checked out.
If they're fine, you might need to go to physical therapy so they can check your gait, the height of your rollator, and see if you're favoring one side over the other. Your prosthesis, if you're using one, might also need adjustment. If any of those things are off, the PT can train you how to correct them (or in the case of the rollator, adjust it properly). If it's your prosthesis, your prosthetist can can make the necessary adjustments.
Good luck!