6 week check- up and time to celebrate
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I saw my surgeon yesterday and he cleared me from all restrictions (the big three, driving, pool, etc) except for the ones my body imposes! . Go forth, go at my own pace and listen to my body. But KEEP DOING MY EXERCISES - ESP FOR THE ABDUCTORS,
I am to see him in July for a follow-up and to consider and date for my second hip.
Re incision - sensitivity is expected, bio oil and light massage to start and consider more from an RMT in a month or so.
Re butt pain sitting (reading between the lines a little) suck it up, this is a traumatic surgery and will take a good while for the body to recover. Pay around with cushions and chairs to be as comfortable as possible and continue working with the PT on this as well as to stretch out the hamstrings and IT bands in both legs.
He gave me a copy of the full operative report w specifics re my model numbers, etc. - actually very interesting reading.
He personally doesn't think that stem cell research has advanced far enough in patient trials to try yet but he will consult with colleagues to recommend to me before our next appointment!
I love this guy. Too bad he is taken, I would like to introduce him to my daughter and several good girlfriends!!!!
I did a little dance leaving the waiting room and celebrated more privately with my man at home.
Feeling very lucky right now.
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bini31328 linda38528
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Nell1301 linda38528
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Rocketman_SG6UK linda38528
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So happy for you, that all sounds very good advice there regarding incision sensitivity and butt pain (sitting on a golfball).
Best wishes
Graham - 🚀💃
erika61265 linda38528
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pammyw linda38528
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CelsB linda38528
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Well done x
Guest linda38528
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linda38528
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I will still use the walker for distance for a while (although walks o/s might have to wait a bit more as they are forecasting a last bast of snow coming tomorrow ...grrh).
And I will use the cane inside the house. But it is almost as if progress came all together over the last few days so that the report of my physio visit 2 hours before the appointment with the surgeon may have weighed positively in my favour). She still added four more physio sessions to my script so I am hopeful of strengthening gait, stride and core so that I can be in the best possible shape for hip number 2.
Similar to other postings I have seen in this forum, she is working me hard to lengthen my stride which really smooths it out - whatever device I use. So please think about this when walking about.
I will keep in touch re progress and any other hints I come by.
Best,
susyp linda38528
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All the best
Sue x
linda38528 susyp
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I have to say that my husband and daughter were shocked at the no restrictions ... good thing my husband heard it himself. I even questioned it with my surgeon, but he was very clear that I (and my body) were the arbiters on this now and I should do anything that felt good.
But, as I said elsewhere, I think the regular exercises and the motivation of going to a long-awaited concert tipped me over the edge. Also much credit to friends and family for keeping my spirits up plus this amazing forum which really helped w concerns or when just feeling in terms dumps - so many generous people!
Take care and good luck with it all.
Skidget linda38528
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KarenFisher4074 linda38528
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its a great feeling 6 week check up and the no restrictions 😀🤗👍🏻
i got mine 3 weeks ago and so happy with recovery too.
i was so excited to get back in the pool and it felt amazing. I am taking it slowly but feels great knowing that i am on my way back to the fitness level i want.
Listen to your body because it does let you know if you are doing to much.
Congrats 🤗👍🏻💪🏻
Karen
linda38528 KarenFisher4074
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I am determined to be as fit as possible for THR 2 and future.
Good luck with your recovery.
Best....
renee01952 linda38528
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THank you for reporting back to us and congratulations - I have been on this forum for a loooong time now and come to realize that the best advice is really our own body - I, like you all, so want to get instructions and validations about how we are (supposed) to be doing - who better than your surgeon, right ?
So great that most restrictions are lifted , the dislocation of new joint less etc.but still, listen to your body - If walking without aids leave you exhausted and in pain, wait a bit longer - when you don't feel comfortable or confident driving, then don't -
celebration time !!!!!
big warm hug
renee
bini31328 renee01952
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linda38528 renee01952
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What my surgeon actually said was actually " no more restrictions, except those your body gives you". And then of course, the exercises ...
This whole recovery process is all a huge learning process isn't it .. learning to listen better to our bodies and to trust and act on what we are hearing. It is all just a bit tougher to do this when years of pain have led us to discontinue many activities and doubt ourselves - especilly if the medical profession has not supported our own knowledge of self.
I must say though that progress has been accelerating at an amazing rate over the last 48 hours, and I feel more confident at pushing myself albeit cautiously.
Hugs back to all for all the support and congratulations. I hope it motivates some of you - even if your own progress has encountered some snags. And remember, I have some ways to go with this hip let alone my 2nd one!
Rocketman_SG6UK linda38528
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Graham - 🚀💃
linda38528 Rocketman_SG6UK
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I could not get a link to manual I told you about .. sorry but the clinic is not very technologically advanced in this way.
PS I recommend this forum and your website to everyone I know having, had or contemplating THR.
Xxx Rocketman!
Rocketman_SG6UK linda38528
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Best wishes
Graham - 🚀💃