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THR Teri's Recovery-Hip #2

I am so glad to hear you are doing so well!
Hopefully the LLD will lessen and things will keep getting better and better.
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Teri, I’m sure you worry, but you are also smart enough to know that things are in the early stages, hugs and flowers to you, friend!
Twins!! 2 years old! Sounds so very exciting.
I planted some flowers yesterday and I’m guessing that I was in more pain than you will be!
I only did pots so I wasn’t on my knees, digging in the ground. They look so pretty.

I’m curious, did anyone mention a LLD before your surgery? My right leg runs a bit shorter now, hoping that changes with surgery.
You sound really well- that is the best news of all. :loveshwr:
 
So glad you have turned that corner whereby you feel it’s all been worthwhile!

oh my days...2 year old twins... what a delight!!!

Hoping the steri strips drop off soon ... but all going to plan.. so pleased... you can start to enjoy summer xxx


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Happy Three Week Anniversary!
You're doing great. Thanks for the wonderful update.
I hope you enjoy time spent outdoors planting and have a lovely week. :)
@Bfam85
 
Thank you ladies for cheering me on; it truly helps! :loveshwr: @CricketHip, with Hip #1, OS discussed with me & hubby prior to surgery that he was going to add 1/2" to my leg with the implant but that everything would even out. That's exactly what happened. Hip #2, I don't even ask hubby to accompany me into the exam room (mistake) and when OS came in I jokingly told him I'm ready for my matching set. He looked at my x-rays, told me I was bone on bone, that his procedure now comes with a bit shorter incision (I can't tell yet since I'm still covered in steri strips) and we didn't discuss much else. You would think he would mention this time a whole inch! After surgery, when he came to see me before discharge, I told him the LLD was really noticeable and he didn't flinch. So, I don't think he was surprised; just me :what: If your leg is running a bit shorter right now, I would think that will work in your favor since the new implant will come to make up for your lack of cartilage...does that make sense? Why not give your OS a call to discuss this now? Knowledge truly is power...

I do have questions for my dear doc on Friday....

All in all, I am very thankful that I have come through the first 3 weeks and I look forward to continued healing...It is so encouraging to know there is an entire community of beautiful, caring people going through the same process as me in real time....it's awesome!
 
You are doing great! I love how realistic and relaxed you are with this. I had a one inch LLD but don't notice it anymore :)
 
One Month Update: I went to see my OS last Friday, and had a great report: both hips look great, incision looks great. The LLD is now only about 1/2", but OS wants me to see his PT that works with him to correct my pelvis tilt and work on the muscles surrounding the new hip … He said the hips are perfect in measurement, so that is also a comfort. The bruising is gone and now just a remnant of tenderness remains. What a month! PS I can drive...I tried the other day but lifting that left leg into the car caused me some pain, so that's it. I'm not going to drive for another week and then we will try again. I am being extra cautious this time since I overdid it big time with my first hip. Funny, "no two hips are the same" is the absolute truth.

I hope that all of my fellow hippies continue to heal and stay positive. I had lots of unexpected ups and downs this time, but all are resolving now. Much blessings!
 
:wave:One month tomorrow @Bfam85 . I am glad that all seems to getting better and good on you for letting your body be your guide for when it is ready to hit the road.:driver:

These will be our hopefully forever hips, so patient recovery is well worth the time.
Hope you have a Sweet Week:) :-) (:
 
So glad most of your troubles have resolved.... @Bfam85
You seem to have a good attitude towards this recovery.
These hips certainly are different in recovery ... unpredictable for sure.

It’s so more more difficult driving with the left THR than the right.

Hope the rest of your week is good ... xxx


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Happy One Month Anniversary! (a day early)
What a great update, thanks for sharing. You're doing well! I'll bet you're driving in no time.
You're going to have a beautiful Summer....without pain :happydance:
Hope your week is all you want it to be. :)
@Bfam85
 
I was incredibly nervous to drive, afraid I wouldn't be able to switch my right foot from gas to brake efficiently. It took a while but it all came around. Hang in there. Before you know it, you'll be running around everywhere! :) :-) (:
 
Hi @Bfam85 !!:wave: What a wonderful, WONDERFUL update!! I was working away this afternoon, thinking about you! especially glad to hear about the progress with LLD.. you will be level in no time!
Interesting about the driving with a left hip replacement.. I was able to drive fairly quickly but the surgeon says this time around with it being my right? Will require more time away from behind the wheel.. phooey! I bet you had similar weather to ours over the holiday weekend. It was so lovely here. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did!
 
Teri!! @Bfam85 I see where you posted something about traveling... you must be doing very well, then?? We need an update, friend!! :yahoo:
 
Hello @CricketHip :wave:Yes, but it's not the fun kind of travel....that's the following week!!!:happydance:Next week it's appointments for hubby and my car (and PT); The following week Cape May!!! I am doing very well; little by little gets it done, for sure. So, for the next several days, I rest.....

So today I met the PT that my OS wanted me to consult with regards to the LLD....very kind, listening man. Did you know that over 50% of hippies have LLD? I have about a 3/8" discrepancy. He noticed that my knee still has quite a bit of swelling (from the bruising) and of course some swelling around the top of my hip. That in itself, once it goes down, will help balance those legs. He also gave me some really good exercises, nothing too difficult. Actually, when he asked me if I wanted to try them, they all felt good. I think he read me correctly by seeing I was very hesitant about anything, but by the end of our evaluation, he gave me some good information and good moves to do. He explained how once you begin working those muscles, etc., that in itself will get all that fluid to move around and out. Do you agree with that?

He is a big proponent of ice and elevation, especially after PT. I will see him 3 more times and then MY PT comes back from Italy; she has healing hands and will work on me manually. All in all, I am expecting good things....Gee, I sure wish I could visit with you :)

I use the cane mostly....but, I do walk without it inside the house occasionally....that's my good news.

So now, how are you???? Update please! :eyebrows:
 
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Oh my goodness, you are "On the way to Cape Maaaaay! How exciting! Even better news about your visit with the PT. Yes, fluid would contribute and since I do a lot of work with people dealing with edema I would have to agree that this possibly is a portion of your problem! As for myself.. I have had a tough week. Tell you what, I will refrain from hijacking your thread and will post the update on mine. But fear not, it's not directly hip related and I hope it doesn't develop into something that will. :angel:
 
Good morning! On the eve of my 6 weeks anniversary, I am doing well! This past week was a lot for me with a 3 1/2 hour trip plus another trip to a bunch of stores (2 of the stops were for groceries), and so by Friday night, I had joined the ODIC. So, yesterday I rested, iced, elevated, ate healthy, and this morning I feel much better. I was surprised at how tired I was. Because of this wonderful website, I was reassured that all of this is very normal, so no worries.

Tomorrow, I get rewarded by going to a beautiful seaside village called Cape May with our son and his little family. I won't be lifting a finger, so I am very excited!

Happy to report that I can drive without pain getting in and out of the car, all bruising is gone, the LLD is almost gone (yay!) and swelling/tightness is manageable. All this with no PT! I did go once to PT because my OS requested that I go, but not going back. :no-fin:

I really have to discipline myself to not get disappointed that I am not further down the road than others. We will all get there; time is the great healer. I am blessed.

I go back and read the fact sheet on the time frame for our healing. I read and re-read that most of the symptoms and discomfort are temporary; just allow our body to heal....that is truth! Have a great Sunday!
 
Oh, what a glorious update.:yes!:
I felt so grateful and happy and revived and blessed at this point in my recovery also!:happydance:
So nice to get out and enjoy life's simple pleasures...family and nature and just plain old fresh air!
Hope you have a great day!:SUNsmile:
 
Wow @Bfam85 it really sounds like you've turned a corner and doing so much better. Such good info on here for all of us to go back and refer to during recovery. It really helps ease some of the worrying! Have a wonderful time at Cape May and enjoy yourself with no hip pain!!! :loveshwr:
 
That’s is such good news... great update... it sounds like you have taken everything on board & are rocking the recovery ...
I think we are all guilty of pushing the boundaries & then scale back.

Love the sound of Cape May... hoping you have a fabulous time being spoilt .. how great is that...

Loving your ‘truth’... allow our bodies to heal... that’s just about how it is @Bfam85

Looking forward to hearing about your adventure ...xxx



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