- Concerns

April 7, 2002

Hi Mike ... It's good to question ... be an informed consumer ... this is a

major event in your life ... you can relax a bit ... a resurfaced joint is more

difficult to dislocate than a THR ... the ease of dislocation varies by

individual. My hip shape allows for a easier dilocation on inward rotation than

most ... I was at a higher risk for he first six weeks ... my leg was in a brace

to prevent me from bending the knee and twisting inward ... I survived ... no

dislocation ... I was resurfaced 17Jan02 with a C2K. Regarding pain ... no

pain post-op, only some muscle ache. I had an epidural, no need to use the pump

for break thru pain (there was none). No need for any pain meds. Took Vicadin

(once) at everyones insistance but it left me nausious. Regarding herbs - be

careful ... if you use anything for self medication ... advise your Dr as to

what you're doing. Don't run the risk medication problems. Regarding sleep ...

I slept on my back for 5 weeks, then I stuck a pillow between my legs and slept

on either side. Be careful, obey restrictions and move slowly into new

positions (don't jump out of a chair to answer the phone - that smarts!)). Be

aware that as you start feeling better you're more inclined to do something dumb

(violate restrictions). You'll be fine ... and amazed at how painless this

really is.

wrote: --- nfitwomyn@... wrote:

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I'm being resurfaced in the next wk and ques. are

multipling

exponentially...how easy is it in the first wk or so

to dislodge the implant?

can one do it by turning in ones sleep? by getting up

out of a chair? & nbsp; what

is the overall consensus guidelines on what the

surgeons have told you. & nbsp; 2]

what can I expect in terms of pain when I awake and

the following week ? am I

going to be hurting? if so, what kind of pain killers

are best that don't

cause nausea or too much drowsiness? & nbsp; What kinds

of herbs, and natural & nbsp;

supplements are best for promoting healing for bone,

and tissue etc? thanks

once again for all your help, Nadine

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