Could my tummy tuck be causing hip pain and mobility issues 2 years post op?

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About 6 months post op, my right hip started "clicking" while working out. This progressed over the past year to restricted mobility in the joint, difficulty standing straight after long periods of sitting, and enough pain while walking to cause a limp. I've had X-rays and a ct scan, but no cause was found. I'm just curious if anyone else has experienced this after surgery, or if I should be investigating further with my gp/specialist. TIA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear cecegirl73,while performing a tummy tuck surgery, plastic surgeon will not go near the hip joint so it is unlikely that your symptoms are caused by tummy tuck surgery. I would suggest you to consult your GP, orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist for further examinations. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your hip symptoms.  Because tummy tucks work on the superficial skin and adipose tissues of the abdomen it is unlikely that this resulted in your hip related issues.  I would continue to work with your gp/orthopedic surgeon to help identify what may be taking place.  Hope this helps.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is doubtful that your tummy tuck surgery had anything to do with the wear and tear on your hip joint causing clicking.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

Extremely unlikely for a tummy tuck (mostly as skin procedure) to have an affect on the hips (deep joints).

Vasdev Rai, MD · Answer

Tummy tuck could not be causing your issues. Consult an orthopedic surgeon and get yourself evaluated and treated.

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