Having an operation on 15th Nov

maria09

Hi folks
Ive just got date for my carpal tunnel decompression to both wrists.
So thats me for 2wks stuck in bandages unable to do anything
But ive got a plan strong large freezer bags & i can do most things.
My Mum is coming to stop to make sure I behave!
Just bought some leggings & an easy top to wear no buttons insight
If anyone has any handy tips please let me know
Maria x

dreamdaisy

Good luck, I hope it goes well. There are tips a-plenty on two stickies at the top opf this forum, tips for going into hospital (that might include some things you haven't thought of) and tips on making life easier. I wish you well. DD

cherrybim

maria09 wrote:

Hi folks
Ive just got date for my carpal tunnel decompression to both wrists.
So thats me for 2wks stuck in bandages unable to do anything
But ive got a plan strong large freezer bags & i can do most things.
My Mum is coming to stop to make sure I behave!
Just bought some leggings & an easy top to wear no buttons insight
If anyone has any handy tips please let me know
Maria x

You'll find it easier than you think Maria, promise. I had both done 27 years ago and when the stitches were out after a week, tubigrip on the wrists allowed me no end of movement.

Good luck and keep flexing your fingers post op.

Cherry x

speedalong

Wishing you all the best Maria for your op. They are doing both wrists at the same time? A friend of mine had that op in one wrist - she was delighted with the results. Sounds like you are getting organised and great that your Mum can come and stop.

Speedy

julie47

hi maria

jst wishing you luck with the operation.

Tip buy all christmas pressies and let your mum wrap em

My mum likes doing it for me and they are a lot neater than if i or OH does it.

take care
juliePF x

barbara12

Hi Maria
Good luck with the op, I hope the recovery is quick, but let your family pamper you for a while.
Good Luck
Love
Barbara xx

sheilar

maria09 wrote:

Hi folks
Ive just got date for my carpal tunnel decompression to both wrists.
So thats me for 2wks stuck in bandages unable to do anything
But ive got a plan strong large freezer bags & i can do most things.
My Mum is coming to stop to make sure I behave!
Just bought some leggings & an easy top to wear no buttons insight
If anyone has any handy tips please let me know
Maria x

hi maria, just had elbow replacement, 2 weeks on and life is looking a lot rosier hope all goes well for you, and your lovely mum
sheila

skezier

Hi Maria,

can't really help but just wanted to wish you luck and hope that it all goes well. ((( ))) Cris xx

Hi Sheila,

Glad it went well flower and hope you get a good recovery. Cris x

frogmorton

Hi Maria

wow that IS quick :shock:

Can is wish you all the best - if i ahve any brainwaves (not likely... :? poor wee brain :oops: ) I will add to this

Love

toni xx

dorcas

Hi Maria

It's good you're having your double op so soon.... you'll hopefully be feeling back to normal well before Xmas !

I've not had experience of this op or managing without both hands at the same time. :shock: have got tips for one -handed if you think that'll be of any use?

perhaps others will come along who know more about having the carpal tunnel ops... and how they managed.. and for how long!

good luck with it Maria!

will be with you in your pocket on the 15th.

Iris xxx

ironic

Hi Maria,

Best of luck for the 15th. I have not had this done but maybe on the cards sometime in the future. I do know someone who has had it done and it was a great successes.
Lv, Ix

maria09

Thank you all for your lovely messages
Im glad it will be over for Christmas
Everyone at work is supportive although they think im mad having both done :!:
It has caused many laughs about how im going to manage
Ive got Mum on duty to help at home
Dads on car duty with a list as long as his arm to who & where & what time hes taking or collecting
Hubby & son is on laughter duty to keep me smiling
& my daughter is on hair straightening duty so all sorted!
My Occupational therapist has given me some ideas on the cleaning front if you know what I mean :oops:
Maria x

julie47

Hi maria

Sounds as if you are all sorted then, well done

Glad you seem to have plenty of help and that your employer is understanding

Hope it is a quick recovery

JuliePf x

maria09

Not long to go now
wish it was all over
my only fear is either wanting the toilet in the middle of my op or wanting to sneeze causing the consultant to slip!
I will have 2 surgeons working on either hand at the same time
should be fun :!:
Maria

julie47

Hi maria

I had a op on my stump a few months ago under a LA (i am an amputee with RA) and all i could think about before i went to theatre was exactly the same, What if I need the loo. Especially as you don't know an exact time of going down.
I didn't drink hardly anything just to make sure, which is rather silly i know.

When I came back to the ward, cause it was LA i was offered tea and sandwich, I drank like a fish knowing that it was over and i could go to the loo at anytime, It was also good cause after a couple of hours I was home.

Are you having a local or general, If you are having a local a nurse is at your side all the time, talking to you. I told her all my life story just about, Bet she was glad when surgry was finished

Try not to worry, I know its hard but you wil be fine

Take care I hope I haven't yabbled on too much :oops:
Juliepf x

speedalong

Wow - sounds like you are VERY organised. Try and fit in some fun things between now and the 15th.

Speedy

frogmorton

Getting close Maria!

How are you going to manage afterwards for things like the loo? :shock: If they do both :shock: If I have missed thsi I am so sorry

Love

Toni xx

tjt6768

Just wanted to wish you good luck for tomorrow..

Tony

dreamdaisy

Good luck mario09, I hope it all goes well today. I doubt we will hear from you for a while - would it be possible for someone else to let us know how you are and how you are coping? Thinking of you. DD

maria09

Thank you everyone for your good luck messages & support
Answer to the loo situation large freezer bags elastic bands & baby wipes!
Im feeling pretty relaxed but I think its coz I work at the hospital where Im having op & I picked the surgeon as hes a hand specialist
I will be in day surgery unit where I dont know many of the staff so I wont be too embarassed if I make a fool of myself!
Hopefully I will be home abt 5 if everything goes ok
Once the numbness wears off I should be able to post
I will take it a day at a time
Thank you all once again
Maria x

dreamdaisy

Lovely to hear from you! Good luck, I will be thinking of you. DD

woodbon

Hi, I had one wrist done last year and it has made a lot of difference less pain, more control in my fingers and no tingling in the middle of the night! YOu sound so organized with the plastic bags! I only thought of them when I paniced as wanted to shower! When I had mine done the nurse that took me to the theatre, also made sure she took me to the loo first, which was a good thing. The op itself was pain free, just sore when they gave me the injection, like the dentist, but not so bad as you don't have to keep your mouth open! I didn't think about sneezing, so it didn't worry me and although my hand was a bit sore in the evening and night after the op it settled and I was fine. Glad you have your Mum to look after you, I'm sure she will be a big help.
Good luck, and I hope you'll have a quick recovery.
Lots of love Sue

Starburst

Good luck for today! All the best. x

skezier

Hi Maria,

Hoping its gong well and see you after you get home. ((( ))) Cris xx

speedalong

Thinking of you today Maria, by the time you read this you will be home and on the road to recovery. Re plastic bags, elastic bands etc .. amazing how resourceful we have to be post op isn't it ... gives us something to fill our recovery time with!!

Speedy

julie47

Hi maria

I am thinking of you also

JuliePF x