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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Hi @shiv01, I am doing great! I used both crutches outside for 6 weeks and 1 inside for almost 6. I built up walking outside to 5km with crutches and all, after my dic said there was no limit to how much I walk! Now 7 weeks post op, and managed to wakk 6,5km without crutches yesterday! I am...
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    THR Constanze's recovery diary

    Your story is very inspiring @Constance. Your half marathon, especially. I am also happy to hear that your other hip is okay! I am now almost 6 weeks post op! Have been doing up to 5km with crutches. May get rid of the crutches in the coming week and planning to do a. 5 km parkrun on New year's...
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    I completed 6 days of matric marking a bit more than a week ago. I really felt tired and took it really eqsy for a few days. I now have some energy back and am glad to say that I celebrated one month post op with a good gentle gym visit on Friday. I cycled for 15 minutes, did the ergometer (arm...
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    THR Need Advice on body mechanics after thr

    Good advice above. Maybe you can also try doing Pilates. It has helped me a lot! Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using BoneSmart Forum
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Thanks for your in depth reply @Constanze! I am doing well. Just a bit tired at the moment, because I am marking matric papers at the moment. That means 10-12 hours of concentration and too little walking for 5-6 days! And it will only be 3 weeks post op in 2 days! I must just survive this, then...
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    THR Bionic me

    Swimming pool is also nice to look forward too! At this stage I just walk in the pool, but can swim from after 6 weeks! Sent from my iPhone using BoneSmart Forum
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    THR Bionic me

    @shiv01 I like the suggestion to walk in a mall. Then you can do some window shopping too! hope you are also feeling better every day! Sent from my iPhone using BoneSmart Forum
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    THR Bionic me

    Yes, me too. I'm on day16, and really starting to feel more confident! Have walked 1,6 km today around our area. But then took it ver esy the rest of the day. Doc suggested 1 crutch around the house, but rather 2 outside, up to 6 weeks post op. Well done on your progress @shiv01
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    I felt tired today, so rested most of the day. From tomorrow, I am marking matric exam papers, up to 12 hours a day. Will make sure to get up often and walk around. Doc cleared me to do this, but I'm still a bit nervous about it. Hope I will feel fine. 5 days, and then I can really rest and...
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    Hippies scars - post your badges of honor here: NO CHIT-CHAT HERE PLEASE

    two weeks post op...staples out!
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Thanks Jaycey! I love it that we get to realise post surgery how big every little bit of progress is. Was so happy today when doc called me a model patient. Thsi HAS to be successful, so not worth being in a hurry....learning again that patience is part of the success recipe! Sent from my...
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Hi all, I went to see doc today! Staples out! Now I may walk in pool, ride a stationary bike at gym, and walk with one crutch at home! Progress.... And no pain! How awesome! Sent from my iPad using BoneSmart Forum Annelize Buys 18/11/2015
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Thanks Jaycey! Seeing doc on Thu. You are so right, putting on these compression socks is no joke Walked 1.4km today! Sent from my iPad using BoneSmart Forum Annelize Buys 18/11/2015
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    It was my birthday yesterday, so I rewarded myself with a longer walk. 930m around a bigger block in the area. So wonderful to get moving! Seeing the doctor in 2 days for my 2week checkup. Really hope I can then get rid of one crutch. Will be great to have one hand free. Also getting quite...
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    THR My Hip journey (THR 18 Nov 2015)

    Yes, @Hipster Girl and @Jacey, we are so happy about summer! Cape Town is beautiful at the moment. Can't wait for my wound to get healed up enough so I can start walking in the swimming pool. Good luck with you winter. At least you might be able to look forward to a white Christmas!
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