Hip surgery

[theoldsmithy]

Theatre yesterday... A strange experience as I opted for a spinal block & sedation. I started coming round part way through the op. Couldn't feel a thing but there was lots of hammering going on! The hospital is an orthopaedic centre do it has 11 theatres all going at once. It's a cacophony of surgical noises, machines that go beep, and the many musical choices of the surgeons.
Today I've been trying out the crutches, and I am now completely knackered. However I should be going home tomorrow, remarkably.
Here’s a feel of the hospital room ambience

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That's the scenic view out of my window. Lovely isn't it?

 

[Luke]

wowsers. I can't imagine being awake while all that stuff is going on. I'm sure there will be challenges ahead, but it's my understanding that if you push yourself to follow through, you'll be "good as new" before you know it.

 

[Kevin]

I started coming round part way through the op. Couldn't feel a thing but there was lots of hammering going on

That must have been a bit unnerving.

That's the scenic view out of my window. Lovely isn't it?

Compared to most US hospitals, that were apparently designed by the same people who designed coach class airplane sections with the aesthetics to match, then yes, yes that is a nice view & room. Is that a private room or shared?

 

[Briar]

You’ll be signed up for the half marathon before you know it. It’s amazing how quickly the body heals.

 

[theoldsmithy]

That must have been a bit unnerving.


Compared to most US hospitals, that were apparently designed by the same people who designed coach class airplane sections with the aesthetics to match, then yes, yes that is a nice view & room. Is that a private room or shared?

It's a private room, but the operation was done by the NHS. You can pay for a private room in most NHS hospitals, and as I waited less than 3 months for surgery I think I've had the best of both worlds.
I was slightly unnerved for a moment as I came round but it was all a bit hazy and then I realised I really couldn't feel what was going on. I was more concerned that my arm was a bit squashed as I was on my side. The benefit of block/sedation is much faster recovery, and I do feel fine today.

 

[theoldsmithy]

wowsers. I can't imagine being awake while all that stuff is going on.

Luckily I missed the sawing bit....

 

[kyteflyer]

Hip replacement? And you're going home already? Times have changed! GEt well fast!

 

[theoldsmithy]

At home now, 49 hours after getting out of surgery. Remarkable.

 

[Briar]

That’s great news. What exercise regime have they given you to aid your recovery?

 

[theoldsmithy]

That’s great news. What exercise regime have they given you to aid your recovery?

As much walking as I can manage, basically. At the moment that’s a few yards but that should improve soon.

 

[Luke]

and make sure you pay heed to the limitations they have given you as well.

 

[Bobby T]

I came too during a surgery to remove screws and a pin from my leg. No pain, but I could feel the screw unscrewing from my bone. Very odd experience. So I can relate.

Very glad that everything went well and you are home.

 

[wee-pics]

As much walking as I can manage, basically. At the moment that’s a few yards but that should improve soon.

Wishing you good and fast recovery.
Greetings from Germany, Walter

 

[bluzcity]

Remembering you in your healing...

 

[Walter Palmer]

Thinking of you. Heal quickly and well. I am lucky, my ortho doc says I can avoid PCL surgery if I continue to do what I'm doing.
Hope your walking feels good again soon.