Aerial's post-op story

[Two4One]

You poor thing! :(

I hope you feel better soon, and get plenty of fluids, some Gatorade, and extra naps!!

'one

[imgetinold]

Sorry you're sick.  Let me know how you end up dealing with the cold.  One of my fears is the risk of infection, and when to call the doctor is on the forefront of my mind.

Feel better...

[Aerial]

Went to the doctor today and it's a sinus infection.  I just emailed Lee to see if there is any danger to my hip.  Came home from work early and feeling worse than I have since about 1 week post op!  Rest and antibiotics this weekend will hopefully kick it.  :'( yuck!

[mslendzion]

Aerial, hope you feel better soon. Let us know if there are any risks to your hip. Regards.

[Aerial]

I was told no risks to hip provided the sinus infection is treated.  That is a relief.  Hopefully the antibiotics will kick in soon.

[Two4One]

Whew!  What a relief, I'm really glad you have antibiotics now because they work so fast that you'll likely be feeling better by Sunday.

Aerial, please let me know when the worst is behind you.  I know I would be worried too if had a sinus infection or God forbid, the flu. I'll be thinking/vibing/best wishing/praying that you get well super soon.

2-4
aka
'One

[tennisgirl]

Feel bettah soon!

Mindi

[Aerial]

Today marks 7 weeks post op.  I recovered from my sinus infection.  I had did a private lesson today with a yoga therapist who helped give me an idea of how to modify poses so I could start back to yoga (psoas is tight, internal and external rotation of the hip and spinal rotation is tight but I knew that due to all the compensation pre-op).  After that, I took a basic yoga class.  It was great to be back to yoga, regardless of the class level.  I don't feel like I overdid it and my hip felt more mobile afterward!  :D

[Aerial]

First time since surgery I took the "stair" route up from our building to another building on campus.  This is probably the equivalent of 12 or so sets of stairs all in a row (up a couple of hills). I used to shy away from that route but tried it today for the first time post-surgery.  It felt great, especially great to pass students. I am actually right at 7 weeks (my last post was a little off ;).  I also have noticed more freedom and strength my hip the last couple days....it think it is from yoga (did three classes last week....abs are sore but my hip isn't  ;D).  Things seem to be heading in the right direction in the recovery period. No complaints, I'm a much happier camper now that my hip isn't killing me!

[Luanna]

Yay Aerial!!! I'm thrilled for you.

Luanna

[Two4One]

How wonderful to feel so much less pain and to have that great feeling color your days!

2fer

[ScubaDuck]

That's great!  I know that I have been thrilled at some activities that I avoided because of the hip pain.  It is so nice to realize that I no longer have to take the easy route.

Dan

[hernanu]

First time since surgery I took the "stair" route up from our building to another building on campus.  This is probably the equivalent of 12 or so sets of stairs all in a row (up a couple of hills). I used to shy away from that route but tried it today for the first time post-surgery.  It felt great, especially great to pass students. I am actually right at 7 weeks (my last post was a little off ;).  I also have noticed more freedom and strength my hip the last couple days....it think it is from yoga (did three classes last week....abs are sore but my hip isn't  ;D).  Things seem to be heading in the right direction in the recovery period. No complaints, I'm a much happier camper now that my hip isn't killing me!

Great stuff, Aerial - will be starting yoga soon, tried it before when the OA was still raging, now I will be able to enjoy it.

[Aerial]

Thanks all....even My co-workers are noting my fast walking these days! Loving it  :)

[Kiwi]

Awesome stuff Aerial. Great to read you're progressing so very well.
Keep it up!!

[Aerial]

I was a late life distance runner (meaning I didn't run or compete in HS or college).  I raced and ran marathons in my 20s and early 30s.  Even have a marathon PR of 2:42!  I had given up competitive running by my mid 30s but still really enjoyed running for fitness.  I did this happily until my hip started to have issues at 44. After a torn labrum and arthoscopic surgery I never recovered from in August 2010, I never ran again.  My gait was so off, my walking was way off and the thought of ever being able to run again seemed like a pipedream (the thought of running actually made me cringe).  Fast forward to 7 1/2 weeks post-op. I was out walking today feeling a nice spring in my step so out of curiosity I ran 5-10 steps a couple times.  I know I am not supposed to run and I won't try it again until later in recovery (promise).  My purpose for posting this is, I seriously feel like I will be able to run again.  To "think I can run" is monumental and very exciting.  I can not wait until I am cleared.  So excited! The first step to doing anything is thinking you can!  :). I told this to a couple people but I kind of think only the people on this board really get it.

[John C]

Wonderfully inspiring post Aerial. I can still remember those first tentative running steps after years of only being able to do a sort of lurching hop. It felt so good to realize that I could actually run like a normal person again. Enjoy your rebirth into running (but not too soon  ;) ).

[n4085b]

Thats AWESOME to read Aerial! I used to run to stay in shape for motorcycle racing and after my wreck, would have dreams about running again. Good to hear....Hopeful!

[ScubaDuck]

I am starting to live that dream.  I had given up the thoughts of ever running again.

I started in junior high and ran cross country and track.  Later in life I ran road races and competed in triathlons.

Have patience and do everything you can short of impact to get your body ready.  That is paying off for me now.

Best wishes.

Dan

[Two4One]

Ditto on the amazing awesomeness!!

2fer