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| Michele |
Posted - 08/02/2007 : 10:46:22
I haven't posted for a while, mainly because of my hip replacement surgery on May 25 and recovery for same. I worked TMS for years (and still do), but could never get my left hip to be pain free. It was bone-on-bone, so opted for the surgery to get on with life. (I'm an active 48-year old.)
Before the surgery (because I wanted to be absolutely sure about it) I did alot of reading and research, and concluded that almost everyone who has the new minimally invasive surgery is walking in 2-3 weeks, and most are pain free in about a month to 6 weeks. I was encouraged by that information and was anxious to enjoy my summer.
As of today, 10 weeks later, I'm still on crutches. Putting weight on the leg/hip causes excruciating pain, and I have become bitter and frustrated. Most days I wish I'd never had it done. I'm angry at my surgeon, who says I did too much too soon, although he was the one who sent PT to my room 24 hours after surgery to march me up and down the hallways and up and down the stairs. He was the one who sent PT to my house 3x a week for 3 weeks to do exercises. He says I'm being impatient. Even their hospital brochure says "you will need an assistive device for walking for about 4 weeks". I went back to work half time after 3 weeks because I needed the money. He says I should have waited 3-4 months. Who can afford that? I reminded him I am 48, not 78, I'm not retired. 
NOW, I had been getting on my bike trainer, starting with 5 min. a day, and worked up to 11 min. Yesterday I got on and pedaled, but when I sat on my seat, a fire went through my rear-end, at the end of my tailbone. It hasn't gotten any better today, and it really hurts to sit!
I am questioning whether this tailbone pain could be TMS, since the area could still be susceptible to injury because of the soft tissue trauma. It is in such a strange place though, not really the area you sit on the bike seat. I was biking 70-80 miles BEFORE surgery and never had this type of pain.
Thoughts? Anyone know of anyone who's had this surgery and was successful? |
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| skizzik |
Posted - 08/03/2007 : 15:41:50
BO knows hips!
http://espn.go.com/sportscentury/features/00016045.html |
| Michele |
Posted - 08/03/2007 : 11:25:18
Beth, Mala, it's hard to be patient! And you're right, Beth, TMS is probably LOVING the fact that it has a whole new area to break me down. I just need to remember that it's just not going to happen. I will plan to jump on my bike tomorrow morning and ride for my scheduled 12 minutes, whether the rear hurts or not. I'll picture the TMS gremlin trying to pound that area, and me with my shield. 
I guess I have made a teeny improvement. I've used only a cane yesterday and today (so far). I'll keep you posted. |
| Michele |
Posted - 08/03/2007 : 11:20:59
quote:
Originally posted by skizzik
http://tvfilter.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!DB9D137CC0F754C9!4456.entry
are you a sopranos fan?
Yep, sure am/was (although hated the last episode!) I'm amazed that he could have both done at the same time. My doctor said they don't do that around here. I can see why, with my slow recovery! |
| mala |
Posted - 08/02/2007 : 19:52:41
Michele,
Sorry to hear that u are in pain.
My mom is 74 had double knee surgery last year. The first 10 days were awful. When they made her sit up 3 or 4 days after the op, she was screaming in pain and that continued for a week. They were adamant that she get up and try to move. It was terrible seeing her in so much pain but they made her start doing physio anyway. In fact she was moved to a rehab facility and stayed there for nearly six weeks. She was doing physio everyday.
She took a long time to recover. She had a lot of pain initially and sometimes her leg would swell up. They took xrays and made sure there were no blood clots and made sure she kept excersing the knees even after she came home.
Now a year on she is doing really well. She walks without any assistance but it did take her a long time to get to where she is and at times we wondered if we had done the right thing.
On the other hand, you hear of people who bounce back real soon.
Everyone is diffferent so don't measure yr own recovery thru other people's accounts.
Also remember, surgery involves trauma not only to one particular area but to surrounding areas too . Muscles, tendons, tissue, nerves are all connected and affected hence maybe the pain in yr tailbone. Think of how long it takes a paper cut to heal sometimes and give yrself time and be patient.
Is it possible to get another opinion if that would help ?
Good Luck & Good Health
Mala |
| skizzik |
Posted - 08/02/2007 : 16:03:59
http://tvfilter.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!DB9D137CC0F754C9!4456.entry
are you a sopranos fan?
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| h2oskier25 |
Posted - 08/02/2007 : 15:16:52
Yes, I have a friend who's mom had a hip replacement, and you'd never know it to see her gait. I know she loves to golf, and I think she plays tennis.
Take care Michele. It DOES take forever for these things to get better.
I think you would be a great candidate for TMS with all that you have been through.
I've always related to you, and I am sending you my thoughts of love, support and courage to get through this.
Take care,
Beth |
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