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Six Week Review Good News

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adamjackman
adamjackman

I had my six week review today (actually at seven).

My consualtant has removed nearly all of the restrictions, so I can drive, swim, cycle etc again and I can get rid of the raised toilet seat.

I still have to walk with a stick for the time being, as due to lack of use for five months prior to the op, my left leg is still a bit weak.  Also in part due to the type of operation I had, which was a lateral-posterior approach (due to a previous attempt to repair my hip).

I still have to obey the 90 degree rule, which he said is forever.  There is a 1 in 600 chance of a dislocation, which if it did happen would do more damage to an already weakened area.

I am bit disheartened to hear that I will still have restricted movement, as it doesn't make tieing my shoes any easier.  I still have to get help from my wife.

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  • debbie28087
    debbie28087 adamjackman

    Posted

    Glad to hear you are doing so well on week 7 do you work or are planning going back to work just curious for I am on day 10 and am planning on going back to work eventually
    • adamjackman
      adamjackman debbie28087

      Posted

      I went back to work after three weeks, but then I can work remotely.

      I am wanted in Brighton next week for a meeting, but haven't driven in seven months.  Its an hour and a half drive, so I'm not very confident I can go.  The furthest I have been in a car in the last seven months is a half hour drive.

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman debbie28087

      Posted

      I should be working in London, but there is no way I could handle the walk from the station, or the escalators.
  • linda81469
    linda81469 adamjackman

    Posted

    Wow Adam!! That's great!! 🎈🎉🎊🎈. Just yesterday I got to get in my vehicle!! It's been since August 11 since I've been in a vehicle as a passenger! Still can't drive yet but now I won't have to use that van that takes wheelchair ppl to their appts. Not to mention costing me $70 every time I use it!! I do believe that my dr said I had to obey the 90 degree rule for life too. I'll see for sure when I see him again in a couple of weeks. Really happy for you!! That's awesome!! 🤓 LD

  • elaine23679
    elaine23679 adamjackman

    Posted

    Great news Adam.  I have never been able to touch my toes so doubt that will happen now!!!   

    Cannot remember the last time I had shoes with laces, I have trainers I can slip on and pull the elastic laces tighter... or deck shoes, and boots with zips..

    Do not feel disheartened, being pain free is enough for me, medical advances do not mean never!!  as my surgeon told me today having had mulitple ops on my knees since 1976 but still need to have them replaced eventually.   Today many of the procedures I had back over the years would not be done now..   

    Onwards and upwards Adam, build those muscles and maybe you will be able to tie your shoe laces.   

     

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman elaine23679

      Posted

      Thanks Elaine

      That is what I am hoping.  I am probably going to just get slip on shes from now on.  THe biggest issue is mens boots are generally lace up, maybe i should just use wellies in the garden.

      I am sure I will have further work on my hip in the future, as I am only 38.

    • elaine23679
      elaine23679 adamjackman

      Posted

      You are indeed correct with mens boots, other than slip on I think they call them Chelsea boots...

      Lets hope you do not need further works done.... 

      I still have a long way to go, still have to use the crutches as my knees are knackered, and having sprained my ankle during recovery I am a nightmare patient lol.  

      luckily the surgeon is understanding of my attitude and laughs with me... he must have spent a good 40 mins with me today which under the NHS is wonderful..   

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman elaine23679

      Posted

      I was in and out in under ten minutes today.  I have to go back for an XRay, as all the computers went down in the community hospital I was at today.

      TBH I have only had one appointment with him last more than ten minutes and that was when the decision was made to replace my hip.

      The one for the initial repair may have been longer, but I was out of it on gas and air, having just snapped the ball off the top of my femur.  My wife did all the discussion on my behalf.

    • elaine23679
      elaine23679 adamjackman

      Posted

      It is so dependant on the surgeon...  fortunately he is a friend of my daughter so if I am not happy he will suffer the wrath of her tongue. LOL....

      I learnt many years ago, to be prepared for quick dismissal from Drs and surgeons so  always am prepared with questions to ensure I get all the i dotted and t crossed...

      Had many years of experience and more years 18 in all ahead of yourself.   xx 

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman elaine23679

      Posted

      I go with a list of questions, but he goes through them very quickly.  He is also very to the point and blunt.  I don't think all patients would be very happy with his bedside manner.

  • connie17890
    connie17890 adamjackman

    Posted

    Your recovery sounds awesome to me, im almost 4 months postop and still cant walk without a can, and still have a lot of pain, so count your blessings.

     

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman connie17890

      Posted

      I'm sorry to hear you are still in so much pain. I several months of bone on bone pain and can really appreciate the discomfort.

      Is the pain around the replacement or related to other issues?

  • linda38528
    linda38528 adamjackman

    Posted

    Hi Adam,

    I see this as pretty good news!

    Re tieing your shoes - I bet your wife could think up a good 'service-swap' deal.

    Perhaps you just need to think a bit longer and creatively to see the advantage of this type of arrangement.

    Seriously - I understand the disappointment, but considering the journey you have travelled I hope you will agree that this is a small concession.

    Re driving - it may well take some time as you have been through a pretty traumatic year.

    I really wish you all the best - you are a kind and generous man who has been incredibly generous with advice and sport to others in this forum.

    Go forth and enjoy life - vastly.

    With big hugs,

    Linda

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman linda38528

      Posted

      Thank you Linda

      I don't know how I would have coped over the last several months without the help and support if my wife. She is more than willing to do my shoes for me, I just hate to ask.

    • elaine23679
      elaine23679 adamjackman

      Posted

      Adam it is a thing called pride, and I think we both suffer from this like many on this site.   I hated having to ask for help even in hospital.   

      My husband has been wonderful but now I am feeling so much better hopefully he can sit back a little .. though he does get cross with me for trying to do things I cannot.  

      He will be glad to hand back the laundry... lol... 

      Have a good weekend,  I am celebrating my daughters 30th birthday although she cannot drink as my first grand child is due in January something that makes me more determined to get better 

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman elaine23679

      Posted

      I think we all have reasons to get fit again.  But sometimes, it is hard to see the improvements over the discomfort etc.

      Hopefully grand children are some time off for me.  My eldest daughter is only nine, and the second is six.  My son should take a lot longer as he is only two.

      Have fun at your daughters birthday.  I went to a wedding two weeks ago and it was the first time I had seen 1:30am and not actually already been to bed for a long time.  I was very tired afterwards, but it felt good to be able to join in properly.

    • linda38528
      linda38528 adamjackman

      Posted

      As I say - I bet she could think of a great in-kind trade (maybe even ... un-tying something for her).

      Nudge, nudge, wink, wink, say no more as my father used to say.

      I have been through several procedures over recent years, and more dependent than I could have imagined or wanted. I too have pride, Elaine. I understand the concept very well. But sometimes one just has to suck it up and accept a situation with whatever grace you can muster and make the best of it

      L

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