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My 83 yr old father is having trouble walking any great distance because of a bad hip. He uses a cane but still walks slower than molasses because of the pain. I was wondering if a cortisone shot would help his mobility for awhile.
Long-term complications of corticosteroid injections depend on the dose and frequency of the injections. With higher doses and frequent administration, potential side effects include thinning of the skin, easy bruising, weight gain, increased sugar levels, puffiness of the face, acne (steroid acne), elevation of blood pressure, cataract formation, thinning of the bones (osteoporosis), tendon rupture and a rare but serious type of damage to the bones of the large joints (avascular necrosis). It's not for everybody; use with caution.
My mom got shots in her knees for a couple of years. She was over 90. The only downside was she'd have trouble sleeping for a couple of days afterwards, because of the "upper" effect of the steroids. But she'd be pain free for a couple of months. Then she got to the point that she didn't need them anymore. No clue why - she still has arthritis in her knees. Go figure!
I tried to get the orthopaidic doctor to give my cousin one in her back for pain. She has a fractured spine, but he said no. He just said he didn't think it would benefit her. She was in a lot of pain and due to her dementia didn't respond well to Percoset. He said no to an epidural too. He would not elaborate.
Keep dad as mobile as possible and the shot could help but he has the right to a wheel chair at his age. keep him mobile in the house and yard and just use the W/C to go out
L has had cortisone injections in both knees because of pain. The main problem with pain while walking is not so much his speed, but the increased danger of falling. The first round of cortisone worked for nearly 6 months. He has arthritis in the knees and is not a candidate for dual knee replacements. He would not have the strength required to get through rehab.
Three years ago, he was 83 Han had a hip revision, second replacement in his left hip. He made it through rehab quite well then, but now his age, general health, and quite frankly his desire to get better are all factors. He was last injected in August, can only have injections every three month, and only if they provide relief. Effectiveness of steroid injections becomes an issue with repeated injections.
FIL , 88, had one last year and it was great. He has kidney issues so that was a consideration, ask your doc, he should know. We took him to an orthopedic specialist. The doc said that it work really well for some people and not at all for others and benefits of the shot can last 3 mos or much longer. FIL has not had the need for another one to date. Good luck
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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Three years ago, he was 83 Han had a hip revision, second replacement in his left hip. He made it through rehab quite well then, but now his age, general health, and quite frankly his desire to get better are all factors. He was last injected in August, can only have injections every three month, and only if they provide relief. Effectiveness of steroid injections becomes an issue with repeated injections.
For more information, Google "cortisone shot for bad hip" -- no quotation marks. A number of links and good information is at your fingertips.