?Should the leg be elevated to reduce swelling?

Hi

I would suggest she raises the foot of the bed until she sees the doctor then take his advice.

As for how much.....I dont really know.....dont know much about those beds.

I think.....just think.....that I read to elevate your leg above your heart.

What about ice for the swelling?

Glad she is seeing to doctor.........others will be along with information as well I'm sure

Love

Eileen  UK

Hi,

I would contact NHS Direct and get their opinion, they will advise you of the correct action to take.  I hope your mum continues to do well.

Elevating is probbably always good for swelling.  Just above the heart. A foot will do. Cameron seattle washingron

Be careful in raising her leg because she could dislocate her hip.waiting one day Is good idea.

Now if she had anterior approach to her THR then there are no restrictions. But the other approachs do have several restrictions.

 I was told not to have knee higher than hip in case of dislocation. 

I would suggest Ice, and more ice , but only in 20 min stints, she should also be wearing teds socks..It seems to be common in the UK for this and also bruising, I had electric bed and raised mone but had Anterior app, is that what she had? if thats the case you are ok. But call the Dr and get peace of mind.  Hope she is ok 

Hi

Let us know the outcome of your mothers visit to the doctors {or his visit to her LOL}

Is she wearing TEDS like someone mentioned????? Horrible things but it has to be done for 6 week at least

Love

Eileen  UK

My leg was quite swollen after my right revision of THR in September.  It's due to all the muscles and soft tissues being shifted around during the operation and also the leg being in a very strange position during the op as well.  I found my ankle and knee were swollen mostly and I had some bruising around my knee and ankle as well.  It all resolved in a couple of weeks.  Make sure Mum keeps her feet and legs moving if poss - even if she is sitting or in bed, it will hep to distribute the swelling and lessen it.  I didn't use any ice but if that helps then go for it.  It should settle of its own accord.

She slept with the foot of the bed elevated and woke up with much less swelling. She's a trooper and will do what needs to be done. Love her so much. Hard to be 4000 miles away but both my sisters are there and helping out.