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Hi, I've just found this group, I wish I had found it before my op as it gives a wealth of information. I had my THR on 14th Feb, The operation had been put on hold for about 4 years due to different reasons so I was relieved to have it finally done.
The operation was done under spiinal aneathetic and took 2.5 hours the reason being, I was told afterwards, was due to a trainee surgeon undertaking the operation. Unfortunately the spinal wore off towards the end of the op and the last 10 minutes were very uncomfortable. I was given the option of being put to sleep but refused due to my sleep aponea.
Regardless of this the nursing staff and physios were brilliant and I felt very positive about my recovery and was discharged 17th Feb.
My problem is since coming home I have slept on and off most of the day. A thing I didn't do in the hospital. I can't even say this is due to pain relief as I have only had the pain meds I was on prior to going into hospital, refusing morphine, again because of my sleep aponea.
Just wondered if others had suffered with this and advise please on how to deal with it.
Also my operated leg seems to be falling outwards when I lay in bed, is this normal?
Thanks
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victoria63037 chrizzy
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chrizzy victoria63037
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regards chrizzy
victoria63037 chrizzy
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chrizzy victoria63037
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Thank you I'm sure it will x
lyn1951 chrizzy
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Exercises - I was given some in hospital, butt clenches, leg flexes, bend knees up and down, even in bed, keep that blood moving, ankle rotations, get someone to moisturise your heels they can get very dry.
Another exercise to do at the bathroom sink, washing hands, dip at your knees, only a little, no more than a couple of inches, each and every time you go, also standing at kitchen sink, do your dips, worked for me.
Operated leg falling out - over stretched and weakened muscles, the exercises do help with healing. look up post hip replacement exercises there are some very good sites on the internet, watch for the hospital sites.
there is also a you tube video of what they did, very confronting, and horribly gory, was only able to watch a little bit at a time, husband freaked and left room, he was not able to watch it at all.
chrizzy lyn1951
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I have watched the youtube videos to try and match the sounds of the op with the reality. My husband would not be able to stomach it either!!!
Regards Chrizzy
hope4cure chrizzy
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As far as leg turning out mine does the same will push sheet or robe or even towel to hold it straight . Otherwise my toes go numb and I get calf muscle cramps.
Take it slow and easy one day at a time and each day holds new healing. Every day is a challenge. It is worth the outcome soon there will be no pain and normal life will return with a better quality of life.
HOPEXXXXXX
chrizzy hope4cure
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I had back surgery prior to my hip being done and I am anxious to see the results of both operations, perhaps a bit to anxious.
A better quality of life is more than welcome and something I am looking forward to.
regards chrizzy
madla39168 chrizzy
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Luck of sleep after hip replecement is normal also depresion. Drink lots of water ,excersice, walk ,rest if you are tired. Eat lots of fruits and good
food. Sleep will come with time. Im 5 months after hip replecement and take me while to get good nignt sleep. Still now some time i wake up few times during night time. Take care
Hug Madla💗
chrizzy madla39168
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regards chrizzy
madla39168 chrizzy
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I got your reply also do some Hydro Therapy that help lots least to me. Hug Madla💗
julie40975 chrizzy
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Hi chrizzy
I had a spinal block and morphine made me sick. Coming home I slept a lot too had no appetite and felt very depressed and cried a lot. Everything does start to get better after first couple of weeks. I was worried about my leg flopping out and used a cushion in bed to keep it straight. It takes time and normal routines go out of the window. Sleep when you need it eat when you feel like it. Exercises and moving around are crucial though. Sounds like you are doing fine don't worry but we are all here to support you. Like you wish I had found the forum in the early dark days.
Take care Julie
chrizzy julie40975
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Thank you julie for your reasuring words. I did sleep with my foot supported by a pillow last night. As I have a bad back I have been sleeping with a pillow under my lower legs also. Not sure if this is the best thing to do I made myself lay completely flat for part of the night. Oh what i would do for a night laying on my side, bliss!!!!
And ,yes, I beginning to think there is a little low mood and will try and address that so it doesn"t esculate.
regards chrizzy
julie40975 chrizzy
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Hi chrizzy
They don't recommend a pillow under lower legs as it messes up circulation. I slept semi upright with about 4 pillows which seemed to work completely flat was just so uncomfortable. And some days I just cried frustration, pain just generally low. It happens it's a huge operation and it really takes its toll emotionally. If you feel blue have a moan on here I certainly understand.
Keep up with those exercises
Julie x
chrizzy julie40975
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Thanks for that advise Julie. I will certainly try sleeping semi upright. And of course continue doing my exercises. Found myself doing them in the early hours this mornng to try and get rid of the discomfort due to laying on my back.
chrizzy