Hip Surgery Scheduled

Marie5656 said:
Yes, walking will be a priority. Luckily, I have no steps to deal with. I think I will need to build up my endurance. For example, walking just up and down the hallway on my floor. Then further. That was a big thing when I was recovering last time...to walk.

I already take a Vitamin D suppliment.
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Are you able to exercise now in preparation for surgery?
 
Marie5656 said:
I live alone in my apartment, but will be getting home health aide services. Plus many of my neighbors are planning to check in on me regularly, I will be giving one I trust an extra key to let her self in when she visits, and in case of emergency. SO I am set there.
When I had my first surgery, I was sent to rehab first as there would be no one with me during the day, as my husband was working.
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Marie, I hope everything goes smooth and you have little discomfort and a quick recovery. So happy to know that you have kind neighbors who are concerned about you and will check to see if you're okay....that means everything, and you deserve it. Sending you love and hugs. 🧡
 

Reading these posts, Marie, it does seem that you are definitely getting all those ducks lined up in a row, (y):giggle:
(you're doing a great job with that too)

and you will have more time between now and then, as well, to add a few additional ducks, 🦆🦆🦆;)

which will all help with your recovery success.:love:


My suggestion is to ask for and try to have the doctor , ahead of time,
sign off on the most help you can get, after you go home, for general home health aides, and rehab services...
You can always kick any or all of them out, when you don't need them any more!:)
 
AnnieA said:
Are you able to exercise now in preparation for surgery?
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Yes. I am walking as much as possible. Nice long hallways in the building. And a long term goal is come fall I will be able to walk to the farmers market...which is maybe two blocks (or that equivilent) away.
I plan to continue to use my walker after recovery..as I use it for balance and comfort in walking. especially outside. I also have a cane to use on good days
 
Marie5656 said:
Yes. I am walking as much as possible. Nice long hallways in the building. And a long term goal is come fall I will be able to walk to the farmers market...which is maybe two blocks (or that equivilent) away.
I plan to continue to use my walker after recovery..as I use it for balance and comfort in walking. especially outside. I also have a cane to use on good days
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The walker will be useful in recovering an even gait after surgery. It also provides balance when on uneven ground. I have found mine essential to help me to stand up with a straight back but for that you need the handles to be low enough for your arms to be straight.
 
Pinky said:
o@terry123 .. Sending positive thoughts and prayers to your daughter. May all go well with her surgery.
🙏🤗
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Surgery went well but a lot of pain. She does not want to take the pain meds and they told her to take ibuprofen. I told her to take one of the pain pills and to cut it in half as that might help until its time to take the next ibuprofen. Thanks for the prayers.
 
Marie5656 said:
Well, it looks like May 24th is S-day. Surgery day. Interesting thing..she told me that if no issues, I may be HOME the next day. Umm..ok? Depends on how well I respond to getting my butt out of bed and walking. And pain and all. I will keep you posted when I know things
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I'm just glad they don't want to send you to some nursing home for "rehab."

You'll need help which it sounds like you are getting in order.
 

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