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Exercise for arthritis is otterly vital
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THR Done 11th April 2024
Morning all, My THR was done in a private hospital on behalf of the NHS. I had a spinal anaesthetic and sedation which was incredible, I barely remember anything and heard nothing which I was slightl…6 -
Re: THR my new life as a bionic person
@Nurina I have just read the whole of your diary over the last few days and it is so very helpful, thank you! You are an amazing, strong woman and doing so well just weeks after the op. I am down to …5 -
Re: THR my new life as a bionic person
Two months later... I can't believe that in just two months my life has changed that much. I know I still have a long way until my total recovery but, right now, I'm really happy. I went yesterday wi…5 -
Re: My THR recovery diary
When we read the "veterans" diaries we think we'll never be able to walk without crutches or going shopping with just one. @JPT you ate recovering very well. Patience is well paid off. So s…5 -
Re: My THR recovery diary
I have been reading your diary with great interest, as I had a phone call from the hospital giving me a date of May 1st for my THR , I’m excited and scared stiff at the same time! It’s really helped …5 -
My THR recovery diary
After a long day, my operation took place at 5 pm. I was a nervous wreck all day but the op was amazing. The theatre team were fab. I even saw my old hip bone and the reason I was suffering so much w…7 -
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Hi I'm Dawn I have osteoarthritis in my knee,hips wrists, toes and back. I also suffer fibromyalgia, spondylosis, scoliosis and thyroid problems. I had my second knee replacement last August after th…5 -
Re: THR my new life as a bionic person
@ItsjustLisa You'll be able to go to the cinema soon, you'll see. It was just a dream for me few months ago and now I can do many things. My leg is less swollen now, thanks. I don't feel my prosthesi…5 -
Re: My THR recovery diary
Day 26 1st April Goodbye to March, to the pain, immobility, anxiety, pre op nerves, to the op itself, the indignity, pain, soreness, mountain of drugs and dressings. Welcome April to the spring colou…7