Trump health update: Bombshell hip replacement report sparks concerns; ‘will only get worse’

Trump's health has become a hot topic of discussion. A report stated that he is battling mobility issues and could be forced to undergo a hip replacement.

Published on: Oct 18, 2025, 03:57:09 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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President Donald Trump's health has become a hot topic of discussion. A report on Friday stated that the 79-year-old is battling serious mobility issues and could be forced to undergo a double hip replacement surgery. RadarOnline cited sources to add that Trump is showing ‘worrying signs’ of cognitive decline. The White House is yet to react to the new report.

President Donald Trump gestures from the stairs of Air Force One as he boards upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews (AP)

This comes as Trump's second ‘routine yearly checkup’ determined that he is in ‘exceptional health’. Earlier this year, he was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency after experiencing mild swelling in his lower legs.

"President Trump continues to demonstrate excellent overall health," White House physician Capt Sean Barbabella said in a memo.

However, recent footage of Trump dragging his right leg while exiting a golf cart at his Mar-a-Lago resort sparked concerns.

Trump's inner circle worried

Now, RadarOnline reported that the president's inner circle is worried about his movements, and even arthritis and hip deterioration.

“He's dealing with more pain than he admits publicly. His hips and knees have been bothering him for a while, and he's trying to keep it under wraps. People close to him have heard doctors suggest he might need surgery – maybe even on both hips – to stay mobile. He absolutely hates appearing vulnerable, particularly in public, but it's clear he's not moving like he used to,” a source told the publication.

“He steadies himself more often now and takes his time when walking.”

RadarOnline also quoted a rehabilitation specialist as saying that Trump appears to exhibit a ‘knock knee’ condition. "He appears to have knees that angle inward, which adds strain to the hips and lower back. At his age and height, that kind of alignment can quickly lead to arthritis and lasting mobility problems."

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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