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hazel14263
hazel14263

So I am 56 and 7 weeks post right THR. Ok yesterday .. Looked round two shops and did a 30 minute gentle walk tho it was dark and cold. Felt it when I got in . So today I wake up and I feel as can only be described as a very old person . Ache most places esp my back and feel I have to use the grabber .tired and in pain and feel very stiff and rigid . Everything seems an effort and just want to sit still . My get up and go has got up and fled . Is this normal ? I don't think I overdid it yesterday ... Two shops and a medical appt then a walk .

Anyone else relate to this at 7 weeks ? Or am I going mad and aged 25 years ?!! Thanks

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  • hazel14263
    hazel14263

    Posted

    The last two days I have literally done nothing save wash a few pots and meander about house and pain much much better ... So I was obviously doing too much but to me it was hardly anything ! Lesson is we won't be our former selves for a long time ... I was a do it all non stop kinda person .. Which Is how I

    Wore the blinking hip out I guess !

  • Michiana_Mom
    Michiana_Mom hazel14263

    Posted

    Everyone really is different. You're still rather early on. I went into a store at one month (first time outside without a walker) and it was still very if-y. I went back to working on my feet in retail sales at 3 months (part-time). Now I ran around for almost 9 hours last Friday at work for the first time at 5 months, and I felt my hips afterward! But it feels better when I sit down or lay down--before surgery that was almost worse. I am SO GRATEFUL God allowed a good surgeon--and for my new hips. Hang in there!!

  • Msky
    Msky hazel14263

    Posted

    Hi Hazel.Im 57 also,going to be 58 in Jan.I too feel old beyond my years.Ihave had a LTKR,aLTHR and my femur fractured on day 19.My right hip has 1/3 of the femur head worn down.I live in NM.NM has the worse rate of drug overdoses in the US.Essentially theDr.s here are having a difficult job treating people for real pain because of the true misuse of pain medications.So at a time where I need to be treated for pain It is difficult to be treated.We just buried my father in law Wednesday.He had been in the hospital for 7 weeks.We were essentially at the University hospital every day we were off.I was supposed to get my right hip replaced on Tuesday but I have to get a cardiac consult because 3 different EKG said I had an MI.I remember an evening that I did not feel well.I had shoulder pain but thought it was because of the extra walking and use of the rollator on my shoulders,heartburn due to resteraunt food and increase use of NSADS which is definitely causing me problems.I rubbed my shoulders with Penetrex,took a muscle relaxant and went to bed.Felt fine in the AM.I was talking to a friend of mine who is an anasthesiologist and he said it happens,it was mild .I think my level of pain has been so great from all the extra walking plus the walking itself that it pushed me over the edge.I work full time.My husband is disabled and can't work so my income is It.Im just hoping I can get through this.My job is also extremely stressful as Again I work for a hospital in a poor state and Obamacare is killing us.Our CEO and our Dept Director quit .They have cut our Dept by 20%.I feel like I'm on the Titanic.Its hard because things are so unstable all around me.Its so frustrating because I have worked so hard ever since I was a kid and now that I am feeling vulnerable it seems like all these different factors are working against me and There is nothing I can do about it.So yes I feel old today,and tired

    • hazel14263
      hazel14263 Msky

      Posted

      Oh I am so sorry things seem so much worse for you . I believe the NHS in GB is in a state but hip treatment been great and it's free . No problem with painkillers .

      Sorry to hear off your loss . My dad in law dropped dead 4 years ago so I know how it is . You are going thro an enormously stressful time so must feel tired physically mentally and in your soul ! I think it helps to develop a very black sense of humour . This site has been invaluable and kept me sane - your not alone . The only way is up now for you as u seem at rock bottom

      . Take it easy and look after yourself and may healing angels carry you forward xx

    • renee01952
      renee01952 Msky

      Posted

      hi msky,

      I am so so sorry and wish I have words to comfort you ...

      After reading your post again, the only thing that comes up is to take care of yourself first .... 

      you have so much heart and love within you for others:  now give this to yourself ... 

      It is not easy, I know that ... things are happening and you have no control over them ... I know you will try to pick up the 20% cut by doing more and more and more ... Who cares about you if not you?

      I went through a similar situation ... CEO and Director of my department quit and left me devastated ... shortly after that I was fired - too old, too expensive, don't fit the company (after 10 years)-

      Take a deep breath and know that all is well.....

      big warm hug

      renee 

       

    • ihavenonickname
      ihavenonickname Msky

      Posted

      I just want to hug you, your plate is surely over filled.

      Since the new law banning opoids and benzos to the same patient, many of us have been caught in the web.

      National Jewish Health, Denver, Colorado, understanding that some patients can no longer obtain the narcotic they need and do not abuse has added palliative care specialists who will write all narcotic prescriptions.

      Condolences on the loss of your father-in-law.

      I hope the Donald gets all of this sorted out.

    • Msky
      Msky hazel14263

      Posted

      Thank you Hazel.Im so grateful for this site where I can acknowledge my truth.I am so lucky that I totally love what I do and my patients give me such positive feedback that I know what I do matters.Its just all the other bull,the jumping through hoops that I hate.The hospital environment has become so difficult.I think I will be ok if I can keep pain in check,that's what's hard.Im learning that some timesI just have to let things slide.I really try to stay positive.I pray ,count my blessings and meditate daily.It usually helps.I really think my body really did get overwhelmed.Feeling a little better,not quite as drained😌

    • Msky
      Msky renee01952

      Posted

      Hey Renee,doing better this week.We had my brother in laws 50th birthday party.My husband and girls did the work It was nice.Its almost like we had to make sure we did this.This brother is legally blind and lives with his parents so he took his Dads passing even worse.It was a good evening and Lenny felt loved.Things are getting better.
    • Msky
      Msky ihavenonickname

      Posted

      Hey there No Nick Name,I hear you about the new rules.The state is now having to equip the emergency responders with Narcan to treat all the heroine overdoses in the state.I have worked myself literally to pieces,and pay taxes to care for all these people but at this moment intime whereI am experiencing genuine giving me heart symptoms pain can't get treated.It really is sad.I hope things get better and I can get this done soon

    • ihavenonickname
      ihavenonickname Msky

      Posted

      Me too....We are paying for the physicians who wrote scripts for narcotics like candy as well as for all of those who abused these medications.

      Try palliative care...big warm hug

  • morriewynn
    morriewynn hazel14263

    Posted

    Hi Hazel,

    You did really well. I am eight weeks post op and decided on Saturday that I was fit enough to drive to Tesco and shop. Drive into my local town to do a little Christmas shopping and then drive again to spend some quality time with my young Granddaughter. I drove home where I unloaded my shopping and felt extremely proud of my day's achievement.

    Sunday, I arose from slumber to find myself walking like a pregnant duck and then promptly slept for the remainder of the day. Clearly overdid it. But I did so enjoy myself.

    Don't be discouraged. Things can only get better.

    Best Wishes

    Maureen

    • hazel14263
      hazel14263 morriewynn

      Posted

      I find out tomorrow if I can drive Maureen . It's so easy to overdo it once we start to remember our old selves ! I changed two beds today and hoovered the floor and packed some presents now can hardly move ! It's weird .. A bit like gardening .. You feel ok at the time and stiffen up afterwards ! Well done you tho !

    • morriewynn
      morriewynn hazel14263

      Posted

      Hi Hazel,

      It's great to be able to drive again but be prepared to feel nervous. I felt like a learner driver again and could not forget that I was changing gear with an artificial hip! It soon passes and I have stopped thinking about it altogether now.

      Isn't this site great? If I ever have a few doubts there is always someone with an answer.

      Good luck with your recovery. You're great . I am using my predicament as an excuse NOT to hoover! And now the Christmas cards can conceal the dust! You can always pull something positive from a negative.

      Take Care Hun xxx

    • hazel14263
      hazel14263 morriewynn

      Posted

      Lol I like that Xmas card and dust line . Funnily enough though I got into the car and within seconds it was like I had never stopped . But then I really love and enjoy driving so maybe that's a bonus . Plus I think you use a different part of your brain to drive .. Automatic like a bike . So glad to be independent again as my husband is the proverbial mr Angry road rage and I felt a wreck by the time I had got to the hospital ! I know loads of people on the roads are idiots but I don't want a blow by blow account of everyone !

      So radio on, warm heater , blissful

      Silence 😌😌😝😝

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