@NextStep I had to stop by and wish you a Happy Three Month Anniversary. So, HAPPY THREE MONTH ANNIVERSARY!
Mine was yesterday for my left hip. I can understand the frustration you seem to feel at times. I did not set goals to accomplish at any particular time. I've had the complication of my constricted right knee, but I've tried to keep that in perspective and focus on the progress I've made in my two hip replacements. BTW, in my experience, recovery from knee replacement
is more difficult than recovery from hip surgery. But that is just my experience. In no way does that mean that I think recovering from hip replacement is a cake walk. Having done one knee and two hips, I know that it isn't. I think that being patient with oneself and not having firm expectations will help with recovery. Since we all recover in different times frames, I think being kind to oneself and appreciating small progress helps to maintain a more positive attitude in ones recovery. It is still necessary for me to use a walker and a cane or walking stick because of the constriction in my right knee. I often use the walker in my house because I can move faster with it. I get more tired when I am out and about and using my walking stick. But I relish my progress in being able to walk with a walking stick when I'm away from home.
Chris, my PT, is still working with me for my knee. I see him every other week and Daniel the alternate weeks. Sometimes I think that I'm not improving as much as I would like, and Chris always points out the progress I have made, even from visit to visit. He documents everything, so he can look back and give a realistic assessment of what I have accomplished. It is very encouraging to know that I have made progress, even in small ways.
Having had my right hip replacement on March 23, I just observed my six month anniversary. I have made more progress in the recovery of my right hip even since I've had the left hip replacement. Ones recovery does continue for an extended period of time. Be kind to yourself and patient. You are doing very well. Focus on that. Onward and upward!