Dr. Wodajo stopped by to say hello yesterday. He put Jen’s new hip through a few rotational, flexing and strength manipulations. He was happy with everything he saw, and followed up again earlier today.
The pain in Jen’s hips has quieted down considerably. Partly because of the surgery, also because she has two catheters pumping local anesthetic to her new hip.
PT and OT worked with Jen twice yesterday. Jen is making really good progress. She did several “stand and pivot” exercises, getting a little better each time. Afterwards, Jen asked her physical therapist about taking her first steps. Maggie said if Jen feels up to it, she would include walking in today’s sessions.
The physical activity and usual traffic of doctors, nurses, and techs took a bit of a toll yesterday. In between therapy, examinations, procedures, and dressing changes, Jen managed to get a few pockets of rest.
We had an early dinner together, and watched (the beginning of) Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol.
We are so excited about the possibilities Jen’s new hip (and the other in two weeks) will open up for us. They will have a huge impact on Jen’s pain management, her physical gains, home care, state of mind, and ability to get out, feel the sun and breathe a little fresh air.
Getting you home is what we are all rooting for!🎉 the weather might even cooperate by then so that you can be comfortable on the deck or porch without frying or becoming a puddle. Keep fighting now that your strength will be on the up tick. We miss you always around the cul de sac ❤️💐
What Great News!!! Get those new hips now so you won’t have to when your old and gray!!! Praying you’ll be home soon!
We just want you guys home. And to Jen on the porch or deck
Great news! Jenn, you and I will be doing Zumba in no time!!!💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
Praying 🙏❤
You are making great strides, Jen! Thinking of you!
Yes! Less pain! Been waiting to hear that! Line dancing lessons coming up soon! 😃🤗
So thankful to hear of some pain relief! We all want you both to be able to be home! Keep focusing on the future! Let us know what we can do to help! In the meantime, rest when you can, heal and build strength! We love you and are constantly praying for you! 🙏💝
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Lots of great news–especially to hear that your pain is abating and that you’re on the path to mobility! The baby steps will soon be big steps . . .
Love to you both!
So glad to hear the pain is less, whatever the reason. You’ll be home and in that fresh air soon, sitting on the deck with a nice breeze and an incredible guy by your side. Keep hanging in there. 💕
Need you home Jen – keep pushing through! Love the good news!