looking for anyone who has had a Birmingham resurfacing
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I am 47 yrs od & 24-7 single parent to a 5 yr old boy. I am 5 days out of Birmingham resurfacing surgery living in apartment. My room is upstairs(12) . I have a roomate but I have no help besides my 5 yr old who is coming home tomorrow.
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bini31328 eric1003
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i had resurfacing 8 yrs ago on the right side - ( although it failed last year necessitating urgent revision to a total hip replacement - although that is more common in ladies of my age - 57 - than in younger men like yourself ) - it does sound like you need some help for a week or two - my mum came to stay with me for a fortnight after mine. I got better quite quick after that eg i went camping/ rock climbing at 6 months post op - although everything is difficult at first after the op - Depends on how your son is - some kids are very understanding at that age and can be helpful , others are less so -and still expect you to be as usual . If you can afford it id say takeaways , dvd,s etc will all make life easier - who will take your child to school ? Are/Is there an ex or grandparents / friends who can help you out ?
eric1003 bini31328
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CelsB eric1003
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I've found there are those who say "Ring if you need anything", and those who turn up on the doorstep and say "Right, what can I do". Two very different things.
Good luck with recovery. I hope it goes smoothly.
Cels x
renee01952 eric1003
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Warm welcome to this friendly forum -
How are you doing? Resurfacing has almost the same restrictions as a total hip replacement, I understand - so no bending, abide by the 90 degree rule, no lifting lifting, pivotting etc - Might be a challenge the first 6 weeks with your bundle of joy - Are you full weight bearing? Were you given exercises and maybe seeing a physical therapist now?
Good that you have at least some help from friends to take him to school and such -
Ask for help okay ? and come back here anytime you have a question or concern or just want to chat ..
big warm hug
renee
bini31328 renee01952
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