Ready for 2nd THR Thursday

nh_user_978093 · January 29, 2019, 10:41pm

Hello all,

I have been sitting on the sidelines reading all of your tales and issues as you deal with your 1st or 2nd, even sometimes 3rd total hip replacement. I am going in for my 2nd hip replacement Thursday morning - 2 years to the day after my 1st. This time it is my right hip.

I can tell you that I’d most definitely waited too long for this surgery. I have only been able to walk with a cane for the last month and my gate is horrible.

I’ve spent the last 2 days cleaning and preparing my home for post surgery. I have my basket ready with snacks, water, note cards & postage, a few books, and my meds! Comfy & convenient clothes are hanging nearby for quick access. New jammies, slippers, and robe await me.

I am ready for a new hip, and ready to turn 60 the following day! My sixties have to be better than my fifties! Best of luck to you all.
Kristen

nh_user_1222058 · January 29, 2019, 11:37pm

best of luck to you - sounds like you’re ready to rock n roll!

Georgette

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 12:21am

Thanks Georgette!

nh_user_1196312 · January 30, 2019, 1:04am

bless you i had both done month before my birthday at least you dont have to drive xx

nh_user_1220845 · January 30, 2019, 1:11am

Good luck Kristen and happy in advance.

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 1:25am

Thank you! I will certainly have reason to celebrate

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 1:25am

Thanks Dawn!

nh_user_1210030 · January 30, 2019, 4:56am

onwards and upwards Kristen
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nh_user_1227510 · January 30, 2019, 7:46am

GOOD LUCK, still waiting for my first one, had a knee replacement 11 years ago and it is still fine.

nh_user_1104655 · January 30, 2019, 10:00am

best of luck hope it all goes well! and your journey is successful Regards Cyndey

nh_user_1177659 · January 30, 2019, 4:43pm

Good luck to you Kristen!!! You’ll do great and you know what to expect. I hope things go smoothly for you and that you recover very quickly. Happy early birthday!!!

nh_user_1225817 · January 30, 2019, 5:03pm

Hope all is well tomorrow, its my first on Friday just had my last day at work for a couple of months
Ann

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 5:13pm

Thanks Cyndey

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 5:17pm

Thanks Kelly, so excited to put this chronic pain behind me. I truly didn’t understand how bad it was until December when they had to take me off of the 800mg x3 ibuprofen due to stomach acid issyes. I still had pain while on the meds but had no idea how much it was making

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 5:17pm

Thank you !

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 5:18pm

Thanks!

nh_user_978093 · January 30, 2019, 5:20pm

Best of luck to you as well! You will be amazed at the relief!

nh_user_699827 · January 30, 2019, 5:49pm

good luck and a very happy birthday!!拾
I had my second hip fixed last week and it is fine. Much less daunting the second time around. Do you have some help?

nh_user_1177659 · January 30, 2019, 7:07pm

As difficult as it can be during recovery, I’m sure you know that “instant relief” feeling so well. Just remember it will all be worth it in the end! I had to stop taking my meds a week before surgery and yes, it was a rough week. Sometimes we just don’t realize the pain we’ve been in for so long. You’ll do great! Keep us posted!

nh_user_973034 · January 30, 2019, 9:19pm

All the best with your op, and hope you can celebrate your 60th a bit!