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jill89470
jill89470

Hi hippies, I am fairly new to this site and had a t.h.r. today,everything went fine I had an epidural and was awake most of the time.Its funny hearing the surgeons banter I had 2 students observing and it was the first one they had seen

I went to theatre at 3 (starved all day) got back at 6 and had some toast. Still can't feel my legs it's a strange sensation .Glad I had the epidural as I am awake now.

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  • sarah1996
    sarah1996 jill89470

    Posted

    I cant immagine being awake but i suppose as my joint and socket are fused together they would probably have to saw through my bone and i wouldnt like to hear that haha.

    Glad it went well for you and hope you have a quick recovery xx

  • Lallydye1
    Lallydye1 jill89470

    Posted

    Excellent thats the worst part done with.  Onwards and upwards from here.  I am day 7 post op and improving every day.  I went for a wander round Ikea today and bought the "essential" tea lights.  Keep doing the physio religiously. xx
  • MichaelTN1UK
    MichaelTN1UK jill89470

    Posted

    So pleased you had such a great experience. As Rocketman says: you have won.

    You were MUCH braver than me as I was out cold. The recovery is just a matter of time and allowing your body to recover.

    You should be very proud of yourself.

    Michael x

  • DawnHU5-UK
    DawnHU5-UK jill89470

    Posted

    Well done Jill to be posting so soon! I had an epidural also, but was given headphones to drown out the drilling and banging! Hope you have a peaceful night or as much as you can do in between having your obs taken. Good luck for the next stage of your recovery, we're here if you need us. x
  • Rocketman_SG6UK
    Rocketman_SG6UK jill89470

    Posted

    Three hours - wow, that was a long operation. 

    So glad you enjoyed the odd sensations in the operating theatre, I found it fascinating, both times.  According to my blog, I was given anaesthetic just after 9am, operated on from 10am to 11am, and got feeling back in my legs at 3.30pm.  Then the itching started sad, but they gave me antihistamine for it.

    My blogs are on my website, which is in my personal info at 

    https://patient.info/forums/profiles/rocketman-sg6uk-907025Graham - 🚀💃

  • Fernlady
    Fernlady jill89470

    Posted

    Well done you! I can't believe you've posted on here same day! I'm definitely feeling more confident now. Good luck with your recovery x
  • sandra16826
    sandra16826 jill89470

    Posted

    Glad to hear it Jill. I had an epidural also....yes, isn't it strange not to have control of your movement??? I thought I was strange for thinking it's strange!!! I kept saying it cause it kind of freaked me out! 

    Im 5 months post op and doing great....remember to keep that ice going. It REALLY helps!! Also of course the physical therapy.

  • Gossip
    Gossip jill89470

    Posted

    Well done Jill welcome to the bright side. I'm 10 days post 2nd hip replacement. 1st hip was done 25yh September. Every day makes such a difference in your recovery. Ice will be your best friend for a few weeks & don't allow yourself be in pain. Ask for pain relief if you have any break through pain. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Ps hearing the sound effects under spinal is a bit surreal. Like it's happening someone else.
  • renee01952
    renee01952 jill89470

    Posted

    Hi Jill, 

    Congratulations !!!  How are you feeling today ?  I hope you had a reasonably good night -  it is going to be an exciting day today , right - Getting out of bed with the help of Physical Therapist , maybe a little walk and going tto the bathroom...

    I cannot imagine hearing everything and feeling numb hours afterwards ...

    good for you ...

    be gentle with yourself - will you grandbabies come and visit ?

    big warm hug

    renee

  • rose0000
    rose0000 jill89470

    Posted

    Well done and welcome to the forum! 

    I hope the next week or so goes smoothly for you. Do post any questions on here and someone will here to help. I hope you feel just as well this morning. All the best

    Rose 

  • jill89470
    jill89470

    Posted

    Just had my first walk felt a bit strange but could have been worse.Hoping each day will bring less pain.
    • MichaelTN1UK
      MichaelTN1UK jill89470

      Posted

      Keep the faith. With each passing day you will have less discomfort and much greater range. In a short few weeks, you will be amazed!! 

      On my first week, I allowed 45 minutes to walk to the doctors (normally takes 4 minutes). I am now down to under 10 minutes - only two weeks later. 

      Michael x

  • Snowgirl79
    Snowgirl79 jill89470

    Posted

    Congrats Jill!!

    Glad to hear things went well!! I haven't gotten one yet...don't think I would want to be awake to hear everything....wasn't it scary?? To hear everything??

    • DawnHU5-UK
      DawnHU5-UK Snowgirl79

      Posted

      Hi Snowgirl, I was awake throughout but had headphones and music on so didn't hear a thing!
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