@Layla, Hi! Sorry it took so long to around to this. Had my 90-day with the doctor last Monday (6/3/19). Got a good report. He said "Go crazy! Use that hip!" That is the good news! The bad news is that now my left knee is squawking quite badly. May be time to start considering injections...
@Layla, wow, it has been 2 months! Time has flown quickly by. My new right hip is very well. Only a slight bit of stiffness after sitting for awhile. I believe that will eventually resolve itself. I haven’t taken any long walks but I’m able to go about my daily activities very well.
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@lotusbuds i just found your other message. Dr. Nicholls, Virginia Mason performed my surgery. He rotated through their satellite offices so I caught up with him in Totem Lake for the office visits but surgery in Seattle.
What a small world! And you had robot surgery? Wow! Are you starting...
@lotusbuds Due to changed insurance, I had my hip replaced at Virginia Mason Seattle. 5 years ago I had a knee replacement at Evergreen Hospital. I can’t say enough good things about both teams and hospitals! Excellent care!
Today is April 1st, day 30 post-surgery. I had a post-op checkup with the doctor today. He gave me the green-light for most activities but told me I wasn't ready to go "Bronco busting" just yet! Ha, ha! I had already started driving last week (about day 25) and felt I could have done so...
@Fairydell I’m so sorry you’re having more pain and anxiety as you approach your surgery date! I remember feeling fearful for my first surgery for knee replacement. The only folks who understood this fear were on this forum. Not even my personal friends could understand or offer comfort. Try...
@Fairydell I wish you all the best for your upcoming surgery! Keeping a positive outlook is a big factor in recovery. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers on April 4th!
@lotusbuds thank you so much for checking in on me. I am having such an easy recovery that I have to remind myself to take it easy and especially not to bend more than 90 degrees. I have not done any physical therapy. I just walk around the house to the other rooms. Haven’t even been...
Day 6 in recovery. I haven't taken Oxycodone since 3/5 @ 4 pm. Yeah! Pain is almost non-existent. I would call it discomfort only. I am sleeping well, mostly on my back. I have tried sleeping on the non-surgical side with a pillow between my legs. I feel a slight bit of discomfort when I...
@lotusbuds i had my surgery on March 1st too. You hang in there girl! Sounds like you’re doing all the right things. I’ll be looking forward to your update after your doctor visit.
@Rhiannon89 we are here for you! Sending you positive vibes and warm wishes for a successful surgery and recovery! Love the photo of you and your horse!
@Carriemay60 thank you for your message! I will certainly keep you in my thoughts and prayers for your upcoming surgery. So glad your son will be with you. It’s really a blessing to be surrounded by loved ones who will help us!
SE Florida I’m pulling for you! I had mine 1 day after you. I hope you continue to feel better and better! And keep up with your rest and pain meds! We’ll be back to our beautiful selves before we know it!
Thank you all for your support and excellent advice! I will definitely not overdo. I’ve only been walking to and from the bathroom and the dinner table. My family is an immense help.
I pray that the rest of you having your replacements will have nothing but success and positive outcomes...
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