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michael6972
michael6972

im due to have my thr on wednesday.i have continued to go to work fulltime,this is becoming impossible,my employer is understanding and said to rest as needed.My hip has been giving way more this week and i can hardly walk.im getting constant pain and the painrelief im on doesnt even take the edge of it now.my doc has offered to sign me off work several times but until now i have refused.my wife said i should get signed off from monday as its only a couple of days till my op.only going to get normal statatuory sick pay and that will be after the four waiting days.what would you do? 

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  • vicki00016
    vicki00016 michael6972

    Posted

    I know exactly how you feel! I was stubborn and have a very active job in the NHS. I worked full time shifts until the week before my op when I finally gave in. Now 9 weeks post op I can't believe how much pain I was in and how badly I walked. I had no prior sickness absence and won't be any better thought of for struggling through. My hip was in such a state It was difficult to dislocate and I needed a bone graft to rebuild it. Fortunately I still get most of my salary. Put yourself and your health first because in the end thats all that really matters. Good luck with your op.
  • lyn1951
    lyn1951 michael6972

    Posted

    Michael - been there done that, pain issue before surgery. YES sign off, your wife sounds the sensible one in your home, DO IT, I wouldn't be on her bad side, you are going to need her after the surgery for a few days, until you get back on your feet so to speak.

    And good wishes for your surgery on Wednesday, all will be well I'm sure.

  • blueline
    blueline michael6972

    Posted

    Michael. Take off! I waited too long to get my second hip operated on and I think I did some damage to my knee.. we compensate in the way we walk with our bad hips and instead of immediately getting it done I waited and now three weeks post op my knee is still hurting I'm just hoping I didn't do too much damage to it. Good luck on your surgery and relax!
  • Snowgirl79
    Snowgirl79 michael6972

    Posted

    What do you do may I ask?? Are you standing on your feet all day?? My job has it where I could request up to 1 week sick days...and get paid righ away...
  • renee01952
    renee01952 michael6972

    Posted

    Dear Michael, 

    Congratulations on surrendering to your first big hurdle , that is giving up some of your control - It is so tough ... You just want to go on and do it until ???? when?

    If not, you think others might think you are a whimp or weak -

    I thought that way and to me, this THR business was/is very confrontational (I had 2 within 6 months - ) 

    I read that you made the decision to take time off until Wednesday when you have your surgery ..good decision albeit not an easy one -

    No medication will help right now-

    good luck Michael, it is going to be alright .. and come back here any time -

    no judgements,just understanding and support

    big warm hug

    renee

      

     

  • MichaelTN1UK
    MichaelTN1UK michael6972

    Posted

    Morning Michael

    If you are in the UK, you can self-certify for upto 7 days. My operation was on a Thursday, I took several days annual leave before the operation and was signed off (by the GP) 4 days after the operation

    You really do owe it to yourself to minimise the risks you are exposing yourself to between now and Wednesday.

    That said, I think I am leaning on an open door (don't try this at home, kids lol).

    Welcome to the forum where all sorts of love and support is available - including harsh love.

    Michael

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