THR Saving a spot for Monday October 21
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The staple removal was great. What's even better is that I get to take a shower for the first time in 2 weeks. Now that's what I'm talking about :D.
I finally had a good night's sleep last night. That was so nice. Switched meds from Nucynta to Tramadol before bed and that worked much better.
I'll try my best not to over do things. My surgeon says walking is the best, just like you guys. I used to love waking before the hip problem and its feels really good to enjoy it again.
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I finally had a good night's sleep last night. That was so nice. Switched meds from Nucynta to Tramadol before bed and that worked much better.
I'll try my best not to over do things. My surgeon says walking is the best, just like you guys. I used to love waking before the hip problem and its feels really good to enjoy it again.
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Hi guys, had my 4 week check up. It went well. I got cleared to drive and go swimming. So happy about both.
The most important lesson I've learned from here is not to over do it. I struggle with that but I'm learning.
In the beging the op leg did feel longer. That feeling is less and less. Muscles are readjusting to a more correct way of walking.
I still have slight pain in my thigh, especially if I over do it. Icing usually takes care of it. Some lower back pain, again if I try to do too much. Can't wait to get into the pool and bicycle on a noodle. I will try my best not to over do it :rolleyes:
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The most important lesson I've learned from here is not to over do it. I struggle with that but I'm learning.
In the beging the op leg did feel longer. That feeling is less and less. Muscles are readjusting to a more correct way of walking.
I still have slight pain in my thigh, especially if I over do it. Icing usually takes care of it. Some lower back pain, again if I try to do too much. Can't wait to get into the pool and bicycle on a noodle. I will try my best not to over do it :rolleyes:
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Hi there, great news about your 4 week check, always good to get reassurance and clearance to begin another activity 
Have you read these articles...
The following is a link to an article which provides some approximate timeframes around the healing phases and processes (and relevant nutritional information) for you to read.
Healing Phases & Nutrition
This second link is to other nutritional articles which you may find interesting, including one relating to bone health.
Nutritional advice for pre op and recovery
Cheers, Poppet.
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Have you read these articles...
The following is a link to an article which provides some approximate timeframes around the healing phases and processes (and relevant nutritional information) for you to read.
Healing Phases & Nutrition
This second link is to other nutritional articles which you may find interesting, including one relating to bone health.
Nutritional advice for pre op and recovery
Cheers, Poppet.
Disclaimer: The information on dietary factors, foods, and beverages contained in these articles does not cover all possible uses, actions, precautions, side effects, and interactions. It is not intended as medical advice for individual problems. Liability for individual actions or omissions based upon the contents of this article is expressly disclaimed. Consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions including the taking of supplements.
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Hi Poppet, I did read your articles. They have great info. I've gotten more info here than any where. Thank you for taking the time to do that for us. We appreciate it
The pool was wonderful and I managed not to over do it. Nice to let all the muscles lengthen for a little while.
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The pool was wonderful and I managed not to over do it. Nice to let all the muscles lengthen for a little while.
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Why thank you G's Mom I am pleased you find them informative, if there is ever a topic you would like an article about, I am more than happy to add it to my list of work
Yes, I so remember the sense of being in the pool with my noodle and the wonderful feeling of straightening my legs cycling with my noodle..
Good for you, how did you find the reverse gravity when you were getting out of the pool.. Made me want to get straight back in, lol..
I have the fortune of using an outdoor salt water pool in the summer months. It is part of our gym and attached to a five star hotel.. The facilities are wonderful, little bottles of shampoo, lovely body wash, towels, sauna and the pool is surrounded by tall trees, so it is filtered sunlight (and heat, lol) ... Just the thought makes me want to race off and have a session again
Yes, I so remember the sense of being in the pool with my noodle and the wonderful feeling of straightening my legs cycling with my noodle..
Good for you, how did you find the reverse gravity when you were getting out of the pool.. Made me want to get straight back in, lol..
I have the fortune of using an outdoor salt water pool in the summer months. It is part of our gym and attached to a five star hotel.. The facilities are wonderful, little bottles of shampoo, lovely body wash, towels, sauna and the pool is surrounded by tall trees, so it is filtered sunlight (and heat, lol) ... Just the thought makes me want to race off and have a session again
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Oh gosh the swimming sounds fab .... Except what is a noodle? I'm intrigued.... And cycling on it? Is it what we call a sausage in the uk ... A foam..... Well ... Sausage! Poppet .... Your 5 star pool sounds right up there!
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Ooh. That looks so very good....yep definitely a sausage! Can't wait to get in the pool..sadly not 5 star and no sunshine...
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You probably laugh at our use of the word "noodle", like I laughed at the word "sausage" for the foam pool thingy. I just had my PT measure my leg today and my new hip leg is longer :( I'm not happy about that. But she said my pelvis is more forward on that side and as it evens out it may help the LLD. But I am kind of freaked out about it, I don't want to have a limp on the other side now!
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zumzumpammy hi there honey.. It is quite normal for the THR leg to feel longer at the start of recovery, your PT is correct your pelvis has to realign as your frame is probably now straighter.. Don't worry or fret, just give it time grasshopper. x
I had the same experience, it felt odd and I didn't like the feeling but it quickly settled and even though I have a half cm difference, I hardly notice it and for me it will be fixed with my second THR.
I had the same experience, it felt odd and I didn't like the feeling but it quickly settled and even though I have a half cm difference, I hardly notice it and for me it will be fixed with my second THR.
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zumzumpammy, I felt like I had a Lld in the beginning also. That feeling had lessened greatly as the month has passed. The pt and walking helped a lot for me. My gait is almost even now, except when I'm really tired.
Poppet, I wish I lived near an ocean. I live close to one of the great lakes and Sunday it's going to be in the 20s, but that's Fahrenheit. Brrrrrr
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Poppet, I wish I lived near an ocean. I live close to one of the great lakes and Sunday it's going to be in the 20s, but that's Fahrenheit. Brrrrrr
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