Thanks everyone for the input. At the rehab they are very careful with everything, and make sure the dressings are completely watertight and wound dry before using the pool . It is supervised by their head physio.I don't have to do it , but I want to, as I really enjoyed it pre op, and I think it is contributing to my great recovery. Yes Roy, they gave me the exact same instructions re the bike.
On a different note, I had my first really good night last night, all due to a very soft thin down pillow, which I used between my legs when sleeping on side, and under my knees when lying on my back...so comfortable...no pain killers from 9pm till 7 am!
Practising on the seven steps in the middle of our house today, and a short shopping expedition with my daughter.
I don't use any aids in the house, and only the arm crutches when out and about, soon to be one crutch.
I think all the pre op exercises, pool etc have given me a headstart, but of course everyone is different. I have not used any ice since being home, and find lying on the couch with legs slightly raised wonderful between activities. But of course every one is so very different!