THR 2 days after

[aardvark3]

Also - what about somewhat weird left side (below ribcage, would indicate spleen, part of stomach or bowel) nagging aches, especially when laying on my back? It's going round to my back halfway. Disappears no reason. Comes back again. Etc vicious circle. I'm worried and soon making the appointment with my GP (jeez, feels like i'm some hypochondriac). Hoping it's just a side effect of some blood thinning drugs and iron tablets i'm still taking.

 

[aardvark3]

3 weks plus after THR and getting better every day...
Had s physio today and came back home with bunch of exercises. So the real deal started
Swelling has almost gone, still a lot of stiffness in thight, especially around the incision. Ankle and knee mobility is coming back.
Could someone tell me - when it is safe to fly? I'm provisionally planning a flight (3 hr) and 2 week trip abroad around 25th of October - but still waiting for my doctors opinion.

 

[aardvark3]

2 months after - walking without crutch most of the time, for longer walks i bring walking stick, rather for confidence. I don't feel i need one but still in the process of weaning off crutches.
Small ache of muscles - that's it. When i stop and rest a little - it's gone.
Such a pure pleasure to be able to WALK NORMALLY!
Still limping a bit but it get's better every day.
I'm also able to dress myself without any help (used the grabber and crutch) but still not bending enough to tie my shoelaces. I'm leaving it up to the time. It will come eventually.
Booked a short holidays before Christmas - week in Fuerteventura, to catch some sun.
In a more than a week time i'm having an reunion with my estranged family and looking forward to. Then my mother-in-law 101th birthday. In the meantime - lots of work before Christmas, have some orders to make (i'm a craftsperson making Christmas decorations etc 100% hand made) and it keeps me busy as i like it (workaholic).
All the best for everyone

 

[Jaycey]

@aardvark3 What a great update! So glad you are still seeing the benefits of this great surgery. Long may it continue!

 

[Zelda]

but still not bending enough to tie my shoelaces. I'm leaving it up to the time. It will come eventually.

It does - I used to doubt people who told me that but I put my socks on and tie my shoelaces effortlessly these days and only occasionally stop to marvel at how easy it is!
Enjoy the sunshine on holiday!

 

[Postalgal]

Hi @aardvark3 It truly is amazing what all can be done, isn't it? Happy to see you on this side and hope you recover very nicely. We all have different stories, thanks for sharing yours as well, and big hugs to you!!!!