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    Ankle Ankle Journey

    It's been over a year that I have been dealing with R ankle pain. It started with a sprained ankle in August 2025 after stepping in a gopher hole on a downhill incline. I was able to hobble home with the expected pain (not my first sprain.) I did all the usual remedies and it improved over...
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    TKR Trying for Acceptance

    @FleuveStone Just doing something normal, like taking a walk by yourself, can do wonders both for your physical wellbeing and your mental state. That has always helped me get or stay grounded. When you have worries coming at you from different directions, it's easy to get stuck in your own...
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    THR R THA

    @gruke1226913! Welcome! I always think of one of my favorite songs growing up in Sunday School, "Dem Bones" when we talk about how one part of the body can affect another. It still amazes me. I'm so glad you have your surgery date and it is just around the corner. Yes, it will be so good too...
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    THR My New Left Hip

    @JusticeRider I’m so glad you got outside. I never feel “grounded” if you’ll pardon the pun, until I get to spend some time outdoors. It helps the roughness of your first days fade a bit. Nausea and vomiting are no jokes. It’s the thing I hate most, too. I’m so sorry that has been such a tough...
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    THR Back for my second THR

    @mollymum I, too, was a 2019 hip graduate. So far, leftie is behaving but I occasionally have my doubts. I had my surgery in February of that year. As I recall, I wasn’t ready for any marathons but I was able to do easy camping and fishing. I stayed away from big hikes and embankments but it...
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    Standard Shoulder Replacement Second shoulder bone-on-bone

    @Jayhawk It’s always great to have a positive update. Everyone’s insights are always valuable. You were so thorough in your research and due diligence. I’m so happy your recovery and results have been so successful. Blessings.
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    TKR Almost Two Years Post Op and Still Struggling and Searching for Answers

    @Readabook I haven't had a knee done but I had a similar experience with my hip. The "why aren't you back to everything" routine is dis-heartening. Just keep advocating for yourself because you do know what your body needs to do and avoid. "No" is a complete sentence and doesn't need any...
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    Anyone go through THR replacement w/ medius gluteus repair?

    @misia Welcome to BoneSmart. I'm sorry it's taken a bit for someone to get back to you. Gray Horse has not been active on the forum recently so you might not get a response from her. To specifically flag someone you put an @ symbol in front of their user name like I did for you. You can always...
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    Standard Shoulder Replacement Questions About Shoulder Replacement

    @AnnieBee The thing I found most surprising is that I still do things now with my left hand that normally I would have only done with my right hand. How goofy is that? Kinda lines up with what Deb said above about how good it is for the brain to use the non-dominant side once in a while. Who knew?
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    Standard Shoulder Replacement Best Shoulder Pillow "Systems"?

    @charlesthedad Hi! Just checking in to see how things are progressing. We hope all is well. If you've got a minute, please drop us an update. we'd love to hear from you.
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    Standard Shoulder Replacement Questions About Shoulder Replacement

    @AnnieBee I know the surgery seems a ways off but start preparing for it now. Especially if you are right handed, you'll need to practice some everyday stuff, like eating and brushing your teeth, with your left hand. Getting in and out of clothes will be different as well. Also, you'll need to...
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    THR Counting My Blessings

    @Debru4 I'm so glad you are doing so well. I'm also very interested in your drug regimen. The world of medicine never stays static. It really is a blessing when you find a good PT. They most certainly are NOT created equal. I've found mine and I hope they don't go anywhere if I need them in...
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    Standard Shoulder Replacement Questions About Shoulder Replacement

    @AnnieBee This is great news! It is amazing what the right doctor can do for you: not just surgery but to get you in the right frame of mind about it. I know my OS got a CT of my shoulder shortly before surgery. He said it let him "do the surgery before I do the surgery" in getting to know my...
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    THR Pregnancy & Childbirth with Bilateral Hip Replacements

    @Camicamster Congratulations! Your body goes through so many changes knitting that baby together and getting your body ready for birth with loosening up of soft tissues like ligaments for one. Your doctors and their support staff are the best resources to help guide you and educate you through...
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    THR Counting My Blessings

    @Debru4 Blessings for a smooth surgery and a good start to your recovery. We'll add to the positive thoughts and vibes that you have the right med "cocktail" to get you over the first rough days. Remember: "courage is fear that has said its prayers." We'll hold the space for you. :friends:
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