1 step forward 2 steps back!
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Hi all, I have been on here since my TLHP on Jan. 7th & am so thankful I found you all! I have been progressing pretty well but as I'm feeling better I am up more & trying to get back to doing everything that I did before surgery & then I seem to have hip pain again. Is it normal to progress & then slip backwards a bit? Just don't know if I should push through or try to rest more. I started back to work yesterday & am on my feet for 4-5 hours as I manage a school cafateria. Can't wait until summer break! Thanks, Valerie
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lynn66084 valleyregirl
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Take care
Lynn xx
AnnieK valleyregirl
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linda38528 valleyregirl
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I am at six weeks, so behind you a bit. But, I don't envy you 4-5 hours at a stretch on your feet.
I sure hope you have good supportive shoes with good cushioning. If not, maybe time for a wee shop and there is lots to choose from albeit not inexpensive to buy. However, consider it an important investment in your recovery and longterm health.
I just saw my surgeon yesterday and he reminded me to continue my exercises esp the abductors which he feels are THE key to longterm success.
Is there any chance of trading spots with someone else on the job for even an hour to give you a change of position. iIf it could feasible, consider bringing in a cushion mat and something to prop your foot some up once in a while (something I used to do when working conferences for a long stretch.
Good luck with re-entry and ...may the summer come quickly.
Meg1216 valleyregirl
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Rocketman_SG6UK valleyregirl
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You probably think you are further through the recovery process than your body actually is. It's so common, we all do it.
Even when we get back to work, we are not fully recovered, it goes on for months and months, years even. I am having a 'rest' day from work today, and am back to the commute to work again tomorrow morning .
Best wishes.
Graham - 🚀💃
lisa17089 valleyregirl
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I'm the same as you, trhp Feb 15th. I've been without crutches since week 5 but still struggle sometimes. I can't full weight bear on that leg as it's too uncomfortable and feels weaker.i was doing ok but seems I have gone back a bit I'm my recovery. I went shopping in the town centre with my daughter last Friday and did quite a lot of walking, by the time I got home I was in so much pain I could hardly move about. I go back to work in 3 weeks and will be on my feet all day. I'm worried that I won't be able to manage. I still have hip and groin pain and still some days have to take pain killers.i thought I would be feeling better by now.
Lisa xx
renee01952 valleyregirl
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Are you working full time or on have phased return? Standing for long hours is not good for our body anyway - Is there any way you can sit on some kind of bar stool or are walking and (gasp!!!) carrying heavy stuff ???
It is normal , the moving forwards and then (feels like) backwards -
I would not push through at this time, but rest instead -
You are challenging yourself all the time anyway, darling - some TLC is in order sometimes..
big warm hug
renee