So I have been using a cane on occasion since 2 weeks post-op. but still using the walker for longer distances. For the past 2 days, I have only been using the cane. I even went to the mall! I didn't walk the entire mall...baby steps. I have a limp, but significantly smaller than before (or so I am told by others). I can do so many more movements with NO pain. I still have one spot on my outer thigh that is sore and tightens up when I walk. I can also not slide my leg inward when in a lying position more than like 4 times. I am feeling better every day, I am only down to using Tylenol only for pain and about every 6-8 hours instead of 4-6.
When I wake up in the morning, I feel a little dizzy. I have heard this could be a side effect of anesthesia. I have ridden up to Virginia and back (My wonderful mom drove me!). On the way there, I was super uncomfortable like every hour. On the way back, I felt very little discomfort. I went to Virginia to see my dad because he has stage 4 lung cancer, and is currently in Hospice. My dad told me about 2 months ago, he just wants to know that I make it past my surgery with a new hip. So, he got to see me walk. I will always remember those precious moments with my dad!
I am looking forward doing more things every day. In fact, on
Sunday I am going on an airplane and flying to Denver for a close
friend's wedding!
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