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LTHR scheduled tomorrow - bit nervy!

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Dinzdale
Dinzdale

Hi everyone, I'm a 49 y/o male, 6'4" 20 stone, reasonably mobile (albeit with quite a bit of pain) and going under the knife in the morning. Frankly, I'm bricking it! Never had major surgery before and not a clue what to expect in terms of the amount of time I'm likely to stay in hospital, or how long until I'm moving about again (relatively unaided). Really just want some reassurance from you seasoned hippies!

Thanks in advance, Dinzdale.

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  • Dinzdale
    Dinzdale

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    Hello again everyone, just a quick update for those of you who've been kind enough to ask about my progress;

    It's now been around 3 1/2 weeks since my hip replacement and I'm happy to say I'm now able to walk around half a mile without any crutches! This time last week I was still experiencing a bit of swelling in my lower leg, but was managing fairly short walks with one crutch and not too much discomfort. I have stuck to the exercise regime pretty religiously throughout, and I honestly believe a combination of that and elevating my leg throughout the day has been the key to such a quick recovery. Still experiencing a few aches and pains towards the end of the day, but I'm putting that down to the various muscles and nerves coming "back to life" after such an intrusive procedure. I'm waiting for my surgeon's follow up appointment in the next couple of weeks, but am hopeful that everything is healing up quite nicely. Thanks again to all of you for your advice and messages of support and I wish you all the very best for your own battles!

    Speak soon.

    Dinz.

    • jen86183
      jen86183 Dinzdale

      Posted

      Dinzdale,

      Your recovery is amazing considering the amount of swelling you had. Good luck for the rest of your recovery although you do not sound like you need it.

    • Dinzdale
      Dinzdale jen86183

      Posted

      Thanks Jen, in all honesty it's sheer bloody-mindedness that's spurred me on! After so many miserable months of feeling worse daily and suffering the physical limitations of my hip gradually wearing away I vowed to bounce back as quickly (and safely) as possible.

      How are you doing?

    • jen86183
      jen86183 Dinzdale

      Posted

      5 weeks today since op, I think I am doing well, I went upstairs today, went in the bathroom and realised I had left my crutch downstairs. Suddenly I feel the hip is getting stronger, I go out everyday walking. Cannot wait to get back on my ellipitical walker and do some pilates exercises. See physio and consultant next week. I am very jealous of you, keep up the good work.
    • Dinzdale
      Dinzdale jen86183

      Posted

      Sounds to me like you're doing pretty well yourself Jen, and long may that continue!

      All the best. 😉

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