I stopped Hydrocodone night before last and no real issues. Great to not have that constant sleepy feeling. Since I was taking them about every 6-7 hours, decided I could manage. Yesterday was amazing. One difference, not a problem really, was that I didn't fall asleep as quickly when it was bedtime. Since that was my pre-surgery usual, didn't bother me at all. I had a little headache but not sure if that was related since it is gone now. I'm planning to ask my surgeon at Wednesday's appointment what he would recommends I take if necessary. Thinking it will be acetaminophen since I can't take aspirin other than the dosage (twice a day) I'm on for the next 3 weeks.
I'm also using my cane more often. We keep the walker in the car just in case I need to walk a lot and get tired. I used the riding cart while grocery shopping yesterday.
Continue to have the swelling in my thigh but no pain with it. I use the ice and lie on bed in afternoon, elevating with the ice.
Of course, I'm being VERY CAREFUL whenever I walk and do anything. I know it will take TIME to heal and that is ok. Not having the hip pain is amazing.
Great! It sounds like you are on your way to a good recovery. Remember to be kind and patient to yourself. Healing is a process. Blessings! Teresa
Here in Spain the sidewalks are err attic so I practically watch every step myself
You are almost on an identical start to recovery as I was. I had a Anterior left THR 15 weeks ago on Wednesday. The first few weeks were all about keeping up on my oxycodien. I really relied on them for my pain. I also took Valium at night to sleep.
I’ve been back to work for a couple months. Very slow at first, but doing fine now. I just started going to the gym yesterday. That felt great to bike 3 miles and walk a mile. That hot tub and steam room was glorious. I’m going back for more today. It’s a process, but seeing yourself improve really feels good. Just go at your own pace. Good luck!
My first hip replacement was ain september 2017, and I was on same medicine. Hated it and quit. My last hip replacement was Jan. 15, and I was put on Vistaril, , HUGE differ nice! Doesn't mess with the tummy, relaxes the muscle pain. Highly recommend!
We used to prescribe visitaría to psych patients. Good med
Patience is so important.
I walk slowly with the cane, careful with all surfaces. Have to watch out for my pups' toys, too.
Good to hear similarities. I miss not being able walk more, but know it is a process and will happen.
Since I slept in recliner for more than a week, I didn't have the difficulty getting on and off the bed. Now sleep in bed and later in recliner.
Diane-
Congratulations. It sounds like your recovery is going well. 20 days and walking/off meds seems like it's progressing nicely. Glad to hear your out of pain.
Jim
I had a few aches today. My husband suggested a pain pill. No way! I can manage.