Hip Replacement - I am thinking of trying tai chi for back pain anyone have any thoughts?

Tai chi is very low impact so give it a go; I'm hip replacement person too (uneven length legs now) and my back which is severely osteoporotic brings tears to my eyes at times. I'm afraid of falling over as it takes ages to get off the ground again. I'm about to pony up the $$ for accupuncture which I don't really believe in but some people swear it is miraculous.

By the way, did you have both hips done at the same time? If you did you must be a hero.

Steve

Primrose; I do believe this would be okay but it really would be best to ask your doctor that really knows the condition of your hips and if for any reason the doctor would not want you to do this.

Tai Chi moves can be done from a sitting position which may be safer for you and still help your back. I do exercises from my chair or walker or next to a counter top for support. Good luck with this.