Clumsy!!!

nearlybionic

Hi
I am finding that since my THR and now that I am using elbow crutches, I am so much more clumsy. I am always dropping things, knocking things over and the frustrating thing is it is so much harder to pick things back up again! I am using my helping hand but seem to drop things more when I haven`t got it with me! I have even resorted to trying to pick things up with the crutches like chopsticks!! :shock: Not very successfully either!
I used to moan about things being difficult to manage with my stick ,but I won`t moan about that again. Come back stick, all is forgiven!!! :roll:
NB

frogmorton

Hi NB
I have a very funny mental picture of you using your extra large chopsticks :!:
Sorry!
Seriously though I hope your recovery is swift and you get back to normal very soon
Be careful and don't take any risks
Toni

woodbon

Hi
Sounds frustrating, but it'll be worth it in the long run. Love Sue

nearlybionic

Hi Sue
Yes definately worth it, and it fills my days until I`m back to full function!!
Did you have your appointment today?
Nicola

skezier

Hi Nicola,
You'll get there and be racing around again. How long before you ill be on a stick or 'normal' crutches? Take care, Cris

nearlybionic

Hi
I go back to see consultant at 6 weeks post op, so just under a month yet! If I haven`t gone stir crazy from boredom first!!
All those years at work wishing for time off!! Be careful what you wish for.......... :roll:
NB

skezier

Hi
It's forced rest and thats never good...... I wished for this life style once...... I can confirm you should be very careful indeed.......
Take care, Cris

eckstardeluxe

Hi Nicola, I'm sorry but your description did make me giggle. I'm glad you were able to come on and give us an update on how your doing. I'm sure the other facing the same situation will be glad to hear someone's experience. Take care, Alex