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    Bilateral THR First time here with my new hips.

    Yesterday it was beautiful here. I had a friend drive me to a state park and I took a good walk. lots of benches for rest along the way and stayed near the road so that the car could rescue me if out of steam. Good plan - I called for the car. I am feeling pain in my elbows, wrists and hands...
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    THR DallasSarah post op update!

    Sarah, I was taking a slug of pepto while reading about Miles. Good to know I am not drinking alone!
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    I am worse off after THR than before

    Bluecow, Please come back. I want to know how things are going.
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    THR 11 days post RTHR update

    Let us know how your appointment went.
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    THR New to site: pain in thigh after THR

    Hi Fresian, Keep us up to date on what is going on. We are in your corner.
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    Bilateral THR First time here with my new hips.

    Thanks Josephine. I took it easy again today - just re-read your articles. Rest is best. Looking forward to taking a nice walk on Sunday, no plans for tomorrow - whatever my body wants to do will be done.
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    Bilateral THR First time here with my new hips.

    For the last 2 days I have had zero energy. Barely got out of the chair yesterday. Did the minimal exercises. I hope I haven't hit a wall. I don't feel depressed, just out of steam. :cry::cry::cry:
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    THR Bionica recovery diary

    Re: 3 Weeks Today! Ah those extra jobs that make recovery all the more difficult. Your water heater doesn't care that you have a new hip to take care of. I hope you have someone else there to mop up the mess. Rest is the best.
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    THR Just Made It To The Other Side

    Rusty, Congratulations! I sounds like you are making a fabulous recovery. 15 minute walking sessions. Nice! I was scared to stand up the first time after surgery on day 2. I was thrilled that I didn't collapse on the floor and that there was no pain. I still don't believe it after all those...
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    No ice?

    I had ice constantly in hospital and rehab facility - but I did need to ask for refills when it melted. I mentioned the extreme swelling of my rt. leg to my surgeon during a visit one week out. He asked how often my leg is elevated. Answer = never. Started elevating as soon as I got back to...
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    Caza's story

    Caza, Glad you are here and doing well. Nighttime sleep was difficult for me when I got home. While in hospital and rehab the adjustable bed made that much easier. I ended up purchasing a wedge pillow which gave my upper body various levels of elevation based on how close the bottom of the...
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    THR PAIN!!!! Help Anyone!!!!

    I am in your corner. The deep dark night of the soul is the hardest, when your pain, doubt and fear seem overpowering. Lean on the good people of this forum - we will support you with prayers, encouragement and friendship.
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    THR scheduled 8 June

    Re: THR scheduled 8 June, new to this forum Deb, Welcome. We are the same age. I am 4 weeks out of surgery and so happy with both hip replacements that if I was allowed I would do a canon ball in the pool! Not yet - that would violate a few restrictions. With your rowing you will have great...
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    Why Hasn't It Cured My Pain?

    Hi Amy, Do not second guess yourself on your decision regarding when to get the replacement. I was told to wait until I could no longer take the pain because of my age and the ballpark 25 year lifetime of the replacements. What made my decision for me was the fact that I was taking vicodin like...
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    THR 11 days post RTHR update

    Hi Smudge, You are a strong woman! I am having a hard time with limited weight bearing on my right leg after bilteral hip surgery. I feel good, but over and over again I am told I am in the danger zone. The danger is ignoring the limitation and risking further injury to the femur. I keep...
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    THR mrsdouce's recovery thread

    Re: New member needing some support Lynn, My thoughts are with you on this journey that none of us ever volunteer for. Talk to MGH doctors as Z suggested. It is not uncommon for doctors to collaborate on patients that are in their care with a colleague that is within your commuting limit...
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    THR New lease on life

    Diane - Sounds like you are doing great. Keep up the good work. A beautiful day her - crowding 60 right now. I still need to use my walker - but I go outside a just breath in fresh air. It feels great to feel the wind on my face.
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    THR New hippie, pain and return to work

    JD, Keep up the good decisions and choices. I work in IT as well and had high hopes of returning to work quickly. No can do. I have several energy lows during the day that require rest. The hard thing is not to feel like a slacker who taking this medical leave for all it is worth. As we all know...
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    Bilateral THR First time here with my new hips.

    Today is 4 weeks since my surgery! No more warafin, no more compression socks. I will be burning the socks tonight. I also took that drive to the post office today. No problems just a bit clumsy getting the walker in the car after getting situated. Wearing the grabber around my neck was not...
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    Bilateral THR Both Sides NOW!

    Hi Deb, Great to hear your progress. I am 4 weeks out today from my bilateral surgery, and am encouraged by your posts. I will keep my thread current and hope to continue my journey back to an active happy lifestyle.

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