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So I went to the doctor today about the pain in my hip that I experienced the last time I rode my bike. I had taken some X-rays a couple days after, but today was the first time I could get in to see him.
A little back story...a little over two years ago I had surgery to repair a torn labrum in my right hip that had been plaguing me for quite some time and that made things MUCH better and riding became much more enjoyable. I could actually swing my leg over without any pain, something that I hadn't been able to do for a good number of years.
So anyway....I thought I was having some sort of relapse and might need to go under the knife again. Thankfully (I think) that isn't the case, but the news isn't what I was looking for either. He told me that I am dealing with arthritis in my hip joint and right now the best course of treatment is just Aleve or Motrin for the pain. There doesn't seem to be any other deterioration of the joint as the spacing looks good on the X-ray so no hip replacement (I wasn't suspecting this, but you never really know until you talk to the doctor).
It's REALLY fun getting old....ugh.
Oh and he told me to lose some weight....about 50-70 lbs would be good. I would love it, but it's probably not in the cards.
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Nothing to fear from hip replacement, I have had both of mine replaced and feel much better. I was on a 1800 Goldwing at the time and I could no longer ride because of the pain. After surgery I took a 6,000 mile cross country road trip without any discomfort at all. But your right about getting old... ugh But on the bright side getting old is what put me on the CB1100 lol
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Sounds like a mixed bag report Randy. Arthritus affects nearly everyone over 50 in some way, and OTC drugs are the best solution without going under the knife, which is something I like to avoid. My wife has had a hip replacement and 2 knee replacements and she really doesn't have the flexibility she used to have, however, she is no longer in pain. So that is a mixed bag report as well. Since I ride every day I automatically take 2 ibuprophins every morning before riding, and then 1 in the evening to keep general aches and pain at bay.
Good luck and hope the pain is at least manageable for you
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Good luck to you. Since it's not at the point of needing a replacement or other surgery, get on a weight loss regimen and keep the surgeon's knife at bay. Weight is the main reason that many if not most need hip or knee replacement. That and aging, things just wear out. Weight we can do something about, aging, not so much.
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(06-06-2017, 10:18 PM)ClassicVW_imp Wrote: Good luck to you. Since it's not at the point of needing a replacement or other surgery, get on a weight loss regimen and keep the surgeon's knife at bay. Weight is the main reason that many if not most need hip or knee replacement. That and aging, things just wear out. Weight we can do something about, aging, not so much.
I agree that extra weight usually is the reason for joints wearing out and I also encourage you to shed some pounds.
That's easy for us to say, and I appreciate how hard that can be, but you want to avoid surgery for as long as you can - or never.
Even if you achieve half of what the doctor suggests, that will be a big accomplishment.
Good luck 
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I am probably more aware than most of what goes into joint replacement as I used to work for a company that manufactured both the instrumentation and implants to do that. I got to see everything involved and I know what pieces go into each procedure. I even have a hip ball that was unused for some reason or other.
Thanks for all of the supportive words, it helps a little.
My problem with the weight loss is I have colitis and if I don't keep food in my system, I can't keep things solid and that make a completely different issue arise. It's a crazy balancing act I'm dealing with and sometimes it feels like I'm going to fall off the wire....lol...aaaahhh, life. We all live with what we have to.
Now to get back on the bike. 
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I use to weigh 250 pounds and my lower back hurt so bad I was almost disabled. It took a month of physiotherapy exercises to lessen the pain.
One day I was preparing a 3 o'clock snack of sliced apples and cheese wedges. I flipped the cheese package over and was astonished at the amount of fat content it contained. I though cheese was a healthy food. Never trust a cow to tell you the truth.
After that I read the dietary information on all things before eating. I lost 30 pounds in 3 years and my back no longer bothers me.
The secret to weight loss is not dieting, just eating healthier. Avoid foods with high fat content like dairy products and desserts. Want something sweet. Try pineapple, grapes, strawberries, etc. Replace soft drinks with water (best) or fruit juices. Soft drinks do not quench your thirst, and the sugar wakes up your stomach.
Your stomach sends the same signal whether it is hungry or thirsty. Try a glass of water and wait 15 minutes. Riding a motorcycle will dehydrate you. Grab a bottle of water at those gas stops, not a chocolate bar. Drink what you can and put the rest in the tank bag for the next flat butt stop.
Losing weight is one of the hardest things to do if you are over 50. There are a couple of reasons. You don't play organized sports anymore, and you probably don't exercise. You have also developed 50 years of bad eating and drinking habits. Every doctor you have visited lately has probably told you to lose weigh and exercise. Why do they all keep telling you the same thing?
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(06-07-2017, 01:30 AM)Nortoon_imp Wrote: I use to weigh 250 pounds and my lower back hurt so bad I was almost disabled. It took a month of physiotherapy exercises to lessen the pain.
One day I was preparing a 3 o'clock snack of sliced apples and cheese wedges. I flipped the cheese package over and was astonished at the amount of fat content it contained. I though cheese was a healthy food. Never trust a cow to tell you the truth.
After that I read the dietary information on all things before eating. I lost 30 pounds in 3 years and my back no longer bothers me.
The secret to weight loss is not dieting, just eating healthier. Avoid foods with high fat content like dairy products and desserts. Want something sweet. Try pineapple, grapes, strawberries, etc. Replace soft drinks with water (best) or fruit juices. Soft drinks do not quench your thirst, and the sugar wakes up your stomach.
Your stomach sends the same signal whether it is hungry or thirsty. Try a glass of water and wait 15 minutes. Riding a motorcycle will dehydrate you. Grab a bottle of water at those gas stops, not a chocolate bar. Drink what you can and put the rest in the tank bag for the next flat butt stop.
Losing weight is one of the hardest things to do if you are over 50. There are a couple of reasons. You don't play organized sports anymore, and you probably don't exercise. You have also developed 50 years of bad eating and drinking habits. Every doctor you have visited lately has probably told you to lose weigh and exercise. Why do they all keep telling you the same thing?
Believe me I hear you. I'm not quite 50 yet, but I'm knocking on the door.
My back isn't bugging me any more than it has forever (since I was 18 or so) and I'm a lot heavier than I was then to be sure. It hurts mostly in the morning when I get out of bed, but only when my mattress leaks down (sleep number bed).
I'm 5'10 and I'm hovering at 265....yup, I'm in shape....round. I am definitely not happy about it, and changing my eating habits is HARD. Yeah, I know...excuses, excuses.
My other problem is I have this itty bitty sweet tooth. I think my sugar addiction is worse than cocaine, partially because I have been feeding it for soooo long.
Ahh..on to the next step.
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Join a gym or better yet, buy a stationary bike. Recumbent bikes are gentler on your back and knees. After your morning coffee ride it for 45 minutes at a good clip and you will feel so much healthier and energetic throughout the day. It's an easy habit to get into; make it part of your routine every day.
Don't eat after 6 pm and avoid excesssive starches and the weight will come off...slowly but surely.
I speak from experience, if I can do it, anyone can...
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No room for the bike....no room for much. I am lucky to have a garage where I live. Most multi-unit dwellings out here don't have them, but this condo complex does. It is an odd configuration (tandem instead of side by side) and although I appreciate having it, I still hate it...lol. Working on anything is a project in and of itself to be sure.
Upstairs is a two bedroom 1012 sq' unit that is CRAMMED with stuff (not hoarder style, but again no room for anything else) so I do what I can.
I do have an actual bicycle, but I make excuses not to ride it.
Going early to a gym would be problematic as I'm already getting up before 6AM as it is. (I know...more excuses)
In the end I'll do what I'm comfortable with and if I get to the point where I get that extra push, all the better.
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