Becky, YouTube hypnosis works well for me too! Sorry you had another night of poor sleep though; pffft! I really wish your back would ease up; arrghh! My back was actually what drove me toward using 2 crutches instead of the walker. That hunched over walker posture is disastrous for the lumbar spine. My zzz's were just "ok" last night, mostly due to the scar sensitivity and some zingers. But, I'm sure there's a nap on my agenda this afternoon and hope you've penciled one in as well! If not, what time slot would you like? I see an opening around 3, so could book it for you.
Lilli, how interesting to hear that finally shaving is what reduced your scar sensitivity issues. I'm not yet at the stage where I can do that on the incision, still have a few small scabs; pffft! However, I also don't have much hair there and basically can't see the ones I do have, lol. It's all gone silver and sparse thanks to Father Time.
That's great news on your numb patch becoming more alive! Even better that it was a surprise.
Jaschembra, I'm not yet tempted to get on the floor for any reason, but if and when that day comes, I'll remember your instructions! My arms are pretty strong so I *think* I could manage the tricep dip if need be. Maybe.
I manage to maneuver over to the couch and pull myself up, with heavy reliance on my good leg. Now I am quite proficient at rolling onto my stomach and pushing up with good knee and hands, sort of like a bridge. Who needs yoga! I have also done the accidental down step @Pheebs52 - OUCH! Keep resting so you can get back to a 4 star day!!! 
~ what we do for them!! (and they do so much for us.) i'm glad you're okay; shows that your balance is good you could avoid falling right down. i'm not sure what Luddite means, but i must be one too because i don't know how to download a photo from my laptop, even after reading directions. rest up that leg that saved you from a fall and enjoy physio tomorrow, especially the massage.
It works. Of course, I was using my natural arthritic knee as well. I recently rolled kinda over and got up with it but was careful as he isn't 100% trustworthy. My bionic knee is getting stronger everyday though. Hope your muscles can get a little massage. However, that hamstring (especially behind the knee) stays sore for quite awhile, at least mine did (does).
maybe the dog planned it for you. I am going to check out YouTube hypnosis as I have not slept well for a few nights! Happy napping all! I took the day off today to join u in a nap
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-- I had avoided stretching and yoga like the plague prior to surgery - always been tight and stretching was painful and now my soft tissues have their revenge by resisting the "stretch" when I need it most.
, my leg appears to be rather swollen. Time to call it a day and go home and ice and elevate I think.
