Had a new hip 3 years ago and haven't looked back since. every time i fall off the bike which i at least once a week i land on my new one just to test it .

Well worth the wait.

Within 8 weeks i was walking in the Cairngorms in winter conditions, It was 12 weeks before i got back on the bike as i could feel the new joint when i sat on the saddle,

3 months latter went to the Dolomite's and was back to normal apart for a time when the joint squeaked,The biggest advantage was the total pain relief.

Hope you don't have to wait too long

my joints squeak already so will be no great surprise

thanks for the advice much appriciated