@Yogini, I’m so encouraged by your post! You’re starting to have real-life adjustments to deal with and seem to be resolving the pain and sleeping issues, especially since you are still early in recovery.
So, here’s a few things to consider about the issues you raised. I’m assuming you are close with the folks who’ve invited you to a Thanksgiving outing. It’s still over a week away so why not mull it over as you continue to improve? I’m sure they can provide you a comfy place to relax and rest, if needed, and hopefully it’s not too much of a drive to their home? If you feel like it’s doable at all, please give it a try, but only if you feel safe and secure in your energy level. If you go, you’ll probably sleep like a log for a day or two afterwards but what a lovely excuse to celebrate gratitude.
When I started experimenting with my cane, I had resigned myself to always need the walker.
I watched a couple of YouTube videos that helped me get the process straight in my head then I would practice it with the videos. I did this in private. I even tried it before my PT asked me if I wanted to work on it. I continued with the walker for another day or two until I became comfortable with the cane then I still kept walker near my recliner if I felt tired or unsure. Might help with your transitioning.
With my first hip, I didn’t sleep on my non-op side until into my third week and I did it quite by accident. I actually turned onto my side in my sleep but already had pillow in place so it was fine. It was great sleep, too!
I’m hoping your days start passing more quickly as your activity level and energy increase. Give it time. Some of these things take being brave enough to try. Some will occur naturally. But you’ve done the hard part! Just keep looking for those daily miracles. They are there!
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