A little progress report......

Bones, joints and muscles
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Hi all,

I'm 23 days post op 2nd THR, the first was last December, anterior approach.

I am not in any pain so do not need any medication, my second hip is recovering faster than my first was at the same period

I have been able to walk outside with just one crutch for over a week and can manage a few minutes indoors with none.

I am able to sleep on my old new hip side for about an hour at a time, nice!

So keep on keeping on lovely people, it does get better xx

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So glad all is well with your recovery!! God's blessings for continued healing!! 🤗🤗. LD

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Hi, Gwen,

Thanks for posting news of your second hip it gives me some reassurance for when I have to have my other hip done. I was refusing point black a couple of days after my first anterior THR, which was done 7 weeks ago today. But now looking back at the pain I was in and how much I have improved I will have the other hip done when the time comes.

Many thanks Jackie

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I am 22 days po. Just started without my cane little at a time. Not pushing it though. I'm trying Aleve today instead of Tylenol. After an outing I get a little sore. I don't want to push. 

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Hi Jackie,

I know exactly how you feel but it's well worth a week or two's discomfort to get it done with and on the way to recovery.

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I'm like you mollyjr, not pushing it. We've got all the time in the world to make sure we come through this successfully, so no heroics!

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dear gwen, 

Happy News !!!!   

did you have anterior approach for the 2nd surgery as well?  

thank you for sharing, darling - I know that many members here on the forum needed to read this ..

big warm hug and come back anytime to give us an update, okay?

renee

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Thank you - 2nd hip to get done on the 20th and although I am totally committed to it, it is really good to see this positive update from you.

With big hugs for a complete recovery.

L

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Sounds as if you are doing really well, keep up the good work.

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Yes Renee, I had anterior for both with a brilliant surgeon.

I will stay in touch and hope that your recovery goes well.

Hugs and best wishes xx

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I know Linda, I haven't forgotten and although you are nervous, which of course is normal, once done you will be so happy to start on your recovery. It's a whole new mindset knowing that the operations are over and you are not doing any more damage by walking on a bad leg.

You were there for me, I am counting down the days for you. Best wishes xx

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Thank you Brenda. I had a feeling this one would be easier than the first.

xx

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TY.

xxx