I am scheduled for full hip replacement Feb 3
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i really want to know what to expect. Greatly appeciate any suggestions or feedback on recovery and how i can prepare.
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Posted , 13 users are following.
i really want to know what to expect. Greatly appeciate any suggestions or feedback on recovery and how i can prepare.
1 like, 61 replies
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Rocketman_SG6UK KarenFisher4074
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Step one is getting on this forum, it really is the best, most friendly place to be.
In the Related Information section on the right you will find;
'Hip Joint Replacements' this gives advice on what to expect (being referred for surgery, Pre and post operative care, surgical technique, rehabilitation, complications, and much more)
'Anaesthetic Choices' this explains the anaesthetic. Spinal, sedation, epidural, general, nerve block, delaying the operation, pain relief, side-effects, and much more (like what happens on the day of, during and after your operation)
Also look in the pinned "THR - Useful Resources" thread - access it by clicking the "Hip Replacement" link just above "Unfollow this discussion"
One of the most useful I found was at Bonesmart - search "Bonesmart Dislocation risk and 90 degree rule" in your favourite search engine.
Best RegardsGraham - 🚀💃
KarenFisher4074 Rocketman_SG6UK
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I have been researching ho- replacement and saw this forum as i really wanted to hear from people that. Have gone through it and get whatever tips i can get to be prepared 😀
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Rocketman_SG6UK KarenFisher4074
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Also, an office chair for the dining room that allows me to eat with the family instead of having my food in a separate room on a tray.
To keep your mind off the pain or boredom, I found jigsaw puzzles my best bet, but there are also adult (or kiddies) colouring books which I am told are great for anyone artistic.
Long reach grasper is absolutely essential, as is a sense of humour.
getting your favourite supermarket to deliver your shopping for a few weeks helps a lot, Tesco were running a promotion for free deliveries for about a month, we took advantage of that, we just had to sign upfor it, but cancelled it before the end of the 'contract' time when we no longer needed it.
After a couple of weeks, supermarket shopping is good, the floor is flat and even, just hang onto the trolley and use it as a walking aid.
Use a bag - i used an old camera bag - to carry things around the house. Also used a travel mug with a lid to prevent spillages.
Naps in the afternoon are normal, your body needs to rest regularly.
Remember, things will take time, sometimes longer than you think it should, so don't compare your progress too closely with everyone else, we all heal at different rates.
Also people react differently to different medicines, painkillers usually give you constipation, and anti-inflamatories can have the opposite effect!
You will get aches and pains - just ask on here, there's the now familiar 'sitting on a golf ball' feeling that I am experiencing today.
If you are worried about anything, just come back here and ask, it seems that there is always someone, 24x7x365 to ask about things.
Best wishes
Graham - 🚀💃
Rocketman_SG6UK
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KarenFisher4074 Rocketman_SG6UK
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i have been reading heaps and really wanted to hear from those that have actually had it done so this forum is awesome. I am a bit nervous and really want to try and be as prepared as i can. My husband and I have our own ubusiness and he will be looking after me. We live in an upstairs apt during the week near our business. So my biggest concern is getting up the stairs. I have spoke to my surgeon and he
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Rocketman_SG6UK KarenFisher4074
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Hope you like my first stab at a web page .... any criticism gratefully accepted. I do intend making it easier to view, and add a few pictures.
Graham - 🚀💃
Kate53CornUK Rocketman_SG6UK
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KarenFisher4074 vanessa88276
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Rocketman_SG6UK Kate53CornUK
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I just knew that someone on here would have the answer - that is the beauty of this forum.
Thanks
Best Regards
Graham - 🚀💃
vanessa88276 Kate53CornUK
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ashley1030 Rocketman_SG6UK
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