Struggling with Hip Replacement Surgery and Weight Loss

I was told to lose 35 lbs to get my BMI down because of the risk of infection in the replaced joint would mean taking it out until it heals and putting it back in! So, I'm down 20 and hoping I won't need the surgery when I get to 35 because I'll be able to do the healing exercise like DDPYOGA. Also, the kneesovertoesguy (Ben Patrick) provide alot of hope. Both on youtube. Also eating a primarily meat based diet nourishes the parts that hurt!

Omg I am so glad to hear from you! I agree! I am at a BMI of 44 and they refuse to do the surgery until I am at a BMI of 40! Which is equivalent of a 50 pound weight reduction! As time passes I find myself loosing more of my ability to walk and due to the bone I n bone hips my knees are now over compensating and are starting to hurt. I have seen three ortho drs and all of them say the same thing but in the same breath say how severe my hips are! Are you as frustrated with doctors as I am? :) thank you so much for reaching out to me!

What does your BMI have to do with your hips needing replaced? BMI was established to make sure people could fit in a coffin in the old days! I don’t think you should do them at the same time for logistical purposes, but I think I would get a second opinion. I am 52 and due to trauma I have lost an inch in height. My weight is consistent and only changes 5 lbs up and down. I wear a size 12/14. I am “clinically obese”. They (whomever decided this and use this as a decision on my health) can jump off a cliff. My bp is low, my glucose is low and my cholesterol levels continue to get lower. (Also a hereditary issue) Do you and don’t let anyone tell you no! This is your body! Good luck! 👍