I had my hip op 4weeks ago and have been walking around the house and outside to the neighbours but not far will it be too early to walk round the supermarket toda ?
Hi Ruth I am 5 weeks post op now . My friend took me to supermarket in 4 the week I found it very tiring and had a coffee before carrying on . Most supermarkets have wheel chairs so you could give that a go . Anything to get out and about . Good luck
hi Ruth
I'm 4 weeks post op and have been driven by my husband to the supermarket and shopped as normal.but now I find I can walk it in to town which is only 20minuits and go look around the shops and walk back after 2 and a half hours I feel worn out.but every ones fitness levels are different the exercise will do you good at 4 weeks post op it shouldn't hold you back give it a go see how you feel
all the best
You are doing well Denise . I can't walk for that length of time . Keep up the good work
Hi Ruth, I'm only 3 weeks post op & had my first trip to the supermarket Friday. I'm still on crutches & couldn't have managed on my own. I found it quite scary! I seemed to be invisible to other shoppers who quite often pushed in front of me. I would try to find a time when it may not be too busy. Good luck.
Val....I too went grocery shopping, on two canes, I tagged along with my dad and trailed along behind him so maybe that is why I had no problem with people bumping into me....
I truly believe some people see only their world and do not fully notice others around them
are you flexible on times when you can go shopping? Maybe there is a less busy time? It is so beneficial to get out, but you also do not need it to be stressful .
I didn't go in the end hubby went but he said to me before he went are you going to sit there and vegetate so I am sitting here in floods of tears
Peole do act as if you are invisible. I have to use a motorized scooter if I go to the supermarket and people just walk in front of you and they don't care whether or not they get in your way or not. Now I know how handicapped people feel when they are out in public.
Hello
for some people ignorance is bliss and no they don't give a bugger about anyone other than them selves manners cost nothing
take care
Oh dear....Ruth... Are you in a warm area? Can you get out for a little bit? I am blessed in that my dad is a great caretaker, he is close by but does not hover, is there if I need help
so sorry your hubby said that to you, I think most of us did not anticipate the emotions that come along with major surgery and recovery.....BUT. You have us here on the forum, I am glad you reached out...... All of us understand
sending you uplifting thoughts and prayers.... As others have told me.....this is only temporary, it will get better
Thank you Deborah I feel better now I think its because I felt a bit guilty for not going but its so grey and wet outside it put,me off , maybe another day when its nice and sunny
Dear Ruth
Just read your original post and follow up a few minutes ago. I am five weeks post op (I'm 64) and understand why you were so upset by what he said.
Giving him the benefit of the doubt (!) I'm sure he didn't mean it and didn't realise that he upset you and maybe thought he could gee you up to get you out?
I have always considered myself to be a very strong, independent person for all of my adult life but having had major surgery for the first time I was surprised at how vulnerable and cautious I have felt during my recovery and have had a few low days as well as the mostly good days. So I agree with some of the other posters do try going shopping with someone to help you but maybe choose a time that isn't so busy when there are less people about. It never ceases to amaze me how rude and insensitive some people can be towards others at shops etc.
Nothing wrong with a good cry from time to time as long as your feelings haven't been hurt and if they have try to explain that to your husband when he gets back from the shops. It takes a while to get your confidence back so little steps if you will pardon the pun.
I hope you will soon be smiling again as in your lovely picture. 😀
Best wishes
Linnet x
You aren't vegetating! You are giving your body time to recover from a major operation! Don't do anything until you feel comfortable doing it.
Hi
like you I'm 4wks post op. I went out and walked for .7mlies on the first week and had a rest in a coffee shop and gradually increased the distanc. Now I can walk a lono distance.
You can venture out with friends and see how you feel and once you have the confidence you can go out alone.
Everyone fitness level varies but from my experience exercises is good for you.
Good luck
You could always go to a supermarket with a cafe and sit there while he shops . At least you will be out .
Hi Ruth Why don't you set yourself the target of going to the supermarket early next week when it should be quieter! I took both of my sticks when I went, for the first time, but ended up putting them in the trolley and pushing the trolley instead. I found the trolley a very good vehicle for getting around safely. My husband had his hip op during the winter months and started his walks at the supermarket or shopping malls where it was dry and warm! You could even have a coffee. I'm sure you will feel so much more human if you can take the initiative!! Good luck!!
Hi Ruthann!!! 7 1/2 weeks post op THR. First trip outside for me (other than coming home) was to the supermarket at 4 weeks!!! Why? You can hold onto the cart for support!!!! PLEASE - Go next time, even if it's grey out - you need to feel more independent!!! I promise, it will help you. Praying for you to smile more! Ginny USA
Understandable! That has frustrated me too.... I live in Northern New England USA...... We justed recorded the coldest month on record since 1904! So much snow, walkways are cleared, but still have patches of ice....just as linnet said, I have also been far more cautious than I expected to be...... So I guess I am saying..... Know that you are in good company here
I waited until I was just over 5 weeks post op and I went out with two crutches to the supermarket. Take it gently. My husband got the stuff off the shelves and put it in the trolley and unloaded it into the car. I wasn't going to jeopardise anything! There is also a cafe in our supermarket and we had a cup of coffee so I could have a little sit down. I hope he was joking by his remark. Don't get upset, just give him a plate of vegetables for his tea!
sorry to hear you were in tears, i myself am waiting for a hip replacement, i havent been given a date yet though. I have had shocking pain for the last year or so, i finished work at 59 and i am now 61, i have sat many times and cried myself, not because i feel sorry for myself, but the frustration that arthritis causes is unreal! i have always worked full time, and do not like to depend on people for anything.My husband is brilliant because he understands the pain and frustration that I feel. its not a case of sitting and vegetating, its the fact the the pain takes over, and when you have been out one day, the next day, you are in more pain. Keep thinking positive and im sure it will come together. Take care.x