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    THR 11 days post op but worried....

    All was going well, increasing walking every day until my daughter was changing my compression stocking and yanked my bad leg up unthinkingly. Since then I've had sharp pain in my groin which isn't responding to icing and is inhibiting walking. Haven't seen out-patient Physiotherapy yet. Have I...
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    Anyone have pet restrictions for recovery?

    I can't imagine how I could have gotten through Chemotherapy without my dear( now sadly deceased) dog. She stuck to my side like glue and didn't even object when I had a major blubfest on the day my hair started falling out and soaked the back of her head. Our present dog is even soppier so I'm...
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    The sofa?

    Thank you Kelpie, that's a great idea! It'll work well it as it does have squarish blocks at the bottom, not legs or any fancy castors-it was a cheap sofa! Going to get my husband up and drag him off to the sawmill.
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    The sofa?

    I've read and re-read the pre-op literature and under the "Sitting" section it states not to sit on anything too low. That's it. How low is too low? Should I take a dining-room chair through to the sitting room? I've seen some dense thick shaped pads to place on top of the sofa seat-are these a...
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    Flying:how long after surgery?

    Yes, I did.
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    Flying:how long after surgery?

    He didn't think I would be able to enjoy the cruise much or be fit enough. I don't think he realises how limited I am right now! I fail the lipstick test. My lipstick is discontinued and even EBay have run out. I know I couldn't stand/walk for long enough to go round the concessions in Boots...
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    Flying:how long after surgery?

    My surgeon has said six months after surgery for flights. The NHS website says three:what have others been told? We'd booked a cruise before he put me on the list and the flights are Edinburgh to Venice and Athens back to Edinburgh, not even long haul! Is he being overly cautious? I don't have...
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    Considering a walking stick...a big step...

    Dear Candice, I'm 55 but felt too young when I first started using one! It's worth it though-definitely helps. I have 2- an everyday one with a comfortable gel handle and a rather swanky black glossy one, my "going out" stick for nights out! Best wishes and virtual hugs.
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    Return to work-teaching.

    I teach at a Further Education College -post school.
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    Return to work-teaching.

    Hi. Have told work that I'm on the list but wondered what sort of recovery time/return to work is usual for teaching? (I do not have a dedicated classroom, would be moving between buildings or even different campuses-a 15-18 mile commute each way as opposed to the current 2). Thanks.
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    On the list!

    Thanks for that ladies! I have a "legitimate" reason to call on Monday and will introduce the cancellation discussion. I've spoken to her before and she's a really lovely girl. Hopefully she'll have a good idea of what's happened re cancellations in the past. Have a good weekend!
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    On the list!

    It's a long time since I've been here but saw the surgeon today and I'm on the list! Had a new X-ray but as he's a man of few words nothing was forthcoming except him asking how the pain was-answer is worse. I'm sure I'll have some sensible questions later and perhaps some concerns but today I...
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    Does anyone out there these have these symptoms and concerns?

    DebraR! Her husband was complaining about her snoring when she lies on her back. She thought it was a good idea...
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    Very little damage, huge amounts of pain.

    Just realised I made a mistake in quoting the letter to the GP from the OS. I typed "20%" but it should have been "20 degrees"- can't find the symbol for degree. Sorry @Josephine- I may have inadvertently mis- led you.
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    Does anyone out there these have these symptoms and concerns?

    Buy your husband some earplugs!!
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