IndyArms 10,186 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Just thought I'd share my latest issue with you folks... After to many years of doing things the Easy way and not the right way...I had zero cartilage left in my right hip. Plus bone spurs to add to the fun and thrills of pain. So last month I consulted my physician, was referred to a surgeon, and on June 8th, I had a full right hip replacement. Spent a couple days in the hospital. Came home early Saturday afternoon. Been enjoying the fun of rehab at home getting up and about. Things are going well, I feel good, for the most part. Other than the actual surgical incision/bone work pain I think I'm doing pretty well. Just thought I'd share this little chapter with everyone. ☺☺ So with all that said...I'm gonna start a new thread about an issue that's driving me nuts, over in the reloading section. Any input on that topic will be very welcome!! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Listen to the doctor and don't over do it. It will heal in its own time. Over do it and you'll set yourself back. Slow and steady wins the race. Hang in there Indy. It'll be worth it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ronin38 2,117 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Don't overdo it, but keep up with your PT! Make it work now, or it won't work later. Best Wishes to you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 When the time comes, if you do not go beyond pain when rehabbing, you're not doing it right. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sim_Player 1,939 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 (edited) Take it slow and enjoy any perks. I spent 5 months in a cast when I broke my right ankle a second time. The xrays showed a nasty break. He offered to pin it but, I declined. Painkillers made my life tolerable. When the pain was gone, so were the pills. I still have 90% movement and almost no discomfort. Praying for your quick recovery! Edited June 14, 2017 by Sim_Player Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sjgusmc21 850 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Take care Sir! Take it easy and let time and rehab heal as it should. My sister had a hip replacement and she is loving life now. Absolutely amazing what they can do. Just take it easy...I know its hard...I really do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Rehab as hard as you can. Taking it "easy" is not the way to go! PT as hard as you can without getting fatigued, or causing injury. I have a metal knee, and as an old Elevator Constructor I have MANY friends with replacement parts. You cannot hurt the replacement parts with PT, it is the YOU around the new parts that is injured, and must be stretched to work and kept moving thru the complete normal range of motion. If not, adhesions form that will cause PAIN and loss of motion in the joint. The ones who rehab hard get wonderful results - LOVE my metal knee! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BlackHeart762 288 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Best wishes on your recovery BH Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lone Star Arms 2,047 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Glad your surgery went well Indy. The recovery sucks, but you are going to love not being in constant pain! Take advantage of the TLC while you can brother Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Rehab as hard as you can. Taking it "easy" is not the way to go! PT as hard as you can without getting fatigued, or causing injury. I have a metal knee, and as an old Elevator Constructor I have MANY friends with replacement parts. You cannot hurt the replacement parts with PT, it is the YOU around the new parts that is injured, and must be stretched to work and kept moving thru the complete normal range of motion. If not, adhesions form that will cause PAIN and loss of motion in the joint. The ones who rehab hard get wonderful results - LOVE my metal knee! You misunderstood. Translation: Don't hurt yourself. Or, to put it more simply, USE YOUR FUCKING HEAD. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sobrenegade 795 Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 Hang in there, as we know you will. It's better that you took care of it now than later when it will take longer as this old fart knows. Take what time you need and it will hopefully heal with minimal problems. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IndyArms 10,186 Posted June 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 Thanks to everyone for the well wishes!!! I seem to be doing ok. Almost out of pain meds...gonna ask for more tomorrow...tyre only REAL hurting pain is in the muscles by my knee on the leg I had fixed... The hip itself seems to be doing well so far...knock on wood. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 I hope it works well for you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XD45 7,124 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 You'll Be Back... On your feet in no time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sjgusmc21 850 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 ^^^^ NICE! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 Do not be afraid of asking for the proper level of pain medication. You need to be able to do the rehab. Just get off it as soon as it is not necessary. Rehab and get STRONG! Damn it feels GOOD when it is all over and you can MOVE again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 Though I am sure this may sound hollow, be glad it was correctable. A lot is not Good luck to you from a fellow old fart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poolingmyignorance 2,191 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 It's an easy thing to dismiss, but for the quickest and best results in recovery do NOT neglect nutrition. Cartilage, protein, amino acids, calcium.. all the building blocks of bones muscle and connective tissue. Better to EAT them from natural sources than supplement them. Good luck, get well soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IndyArms 10,186 Posted June 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 I think I'm on the proper level of pain meds. 10 mg oxy every 4 hours seems to work so so... Problem is...if I take 15, it makes my face all itchy and that bugs me worse than my pain... So I take what I can, and do my best. And yes...I'm glad it was reversible. Or at least fixable!! Too many conditions are permanent... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Juggernaut 11,054 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 (edited) pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... Different pain that pain med surprisingly don't work for. Edited June 15, 2017 by YOT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gaddis 1,689 Posted June 15, 2017 Report Share Posted June 15, 2017 (edited) pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... Different pain that pain med surprisingly don't work for. That's usually when you realize just how religious you are. Please, God... Look at the non-Viagra wood I'm (usually?) sporting after a good constipated poop passes through though. Edited June 15, 2017 by Gaddis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Long Shot 1,287 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... Different pain that pain med surprisingly don't work for. That's usually when you realize just how religious you are. Please, God... Look at the non-Viagra wood I'm (usually?) sporting after a good constipated poop passes through though. Dude you are so wrong on so many levels! Is there anything that doesn't give you a boner? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jerry52 893 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 It's an easy thing to dismiss, but for the quickest and best results in recovery do NOT neglect nutrition. Cartilage, protein, amino acids, calcium.. all the building blocks of bones muscle and connective tissue. Better to EAT them from natural sources than supplement them. Good luck, get well soon. This is so true, you have to fuel the body so it can repair. Healing from surgery takes a lot of energy, that is why rest is so important. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... .. IF you can poop! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 Glad you're doing better Mike! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gaddis 1,689 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Share Posted June 16, 2017 (edited) pain meds are awesome.. untill you poop... Different pain that pain med surprisingly don't work for. That's usually when you realize just how religious you are. Please, God... Look at the non-Viagra wood I'm (usually?) sporting after a good constipated poop passes through though. Dude you are so wrong on so many levels! Is there anything that doesn't give you a boner? I imagine I'd have to sneak a carrot into the bed if Rosa Delauro (D-Conn) slipped in and wanted a romp. That, or pinch a big consto poop and shut my eyes tightly for 3 (or so) minutes afterwards. I still have some standards. Hey, aren't we supposed to be kinder & gentler to each other these days? Edited June 19, 2017 by Gaddis Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted June 17, 2017 Report Share Posted June 17, 2017 UGH!! Hit that, and get WORMS in your wood! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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