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True story: how I learned to listen to my hip
My name is Marina, I’m 42 years old. I got coxarthrosis when I was 36. I attributed the first pain to high heels and sedentary work. Then it started to hurt even when I got up from the couch. I stopped going out with the child – every hundred meters I had to sit on a bench.
When I finally got to a doctor, the diagnosis was merciless — almost complete abrasion of the joint. “You should have come three years ago,” said the orthopedist. The prosthesis saved me — now at 42, I can climb stairs again without pain or shortness of breath, we walk in the mountains and I don’t know what painkillers are.
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Myths and truths about coxarthrosis
Myth 1: “It’s just a disease of adults.”
❌Not true! More and more people under 40 are suffering from it.
Myth 2: “It’s better not to move so as not to wear out the joint.”
❌On the contrary! Proper movement nourishes the cartilage and improves its condition.
Myth 3: “Prosthetics are scary and dangerous.”
✅Modern surgeries are high-tech, minimally invasive, and safe. After them, people return to an active life.
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A pain-free future: everyday tips
• Watch your posture.
• Stretch in the morning and after prolonged standing.
• Avoid weights.
• Wear shoes with good cushioning.
• Listen to your body and don’t ignore new sensations.
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Your experience matters.
If you recognize yourself in this story — don’t be silent! Share with your loved ones, tell in the comments, seek medical help. Your story could save someone from surgery and give them more years of free movement.
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“Mobility is life. Don’t give it to the disease!”
Support from loved ones: why dialogue is important
Often people with joint problems withdraw into themselves. The pain makes them irritable, visits to the doctor are postponed with excuses such as: “I don’t have time”, “I’ll wait”, “it will just pass”. The family plays an important role here. If your loved one complains of hip pain – don’t dismiss it. Help them make an appointment with a specialist, find a good orthopedist, support them during exercises.
A little tip: praise even small successes! For someone with a sore hip, even five minutes of walking without pain is a big victory.
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