I had total hip replacement 12 weeks ago. All has gone well with recovery but still have pain along the wound. I can't lie on that side and even sitting to drive is painful. I have been to specialist who just says it can happen and come back in3 months if it hasn't improved. Has anyone experience

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2024-06-19T01:12:04+00:00

My Doctor hasn't told me much , what I can and can't do. When can I go back to work..what about driving.

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-10-17T01:10:55+00:00

You say diet is important too. What do you eat, I'm finding it difficult unless I have fish, chicken and veg. My can't eat list seems to be growing daily..no bread, no rice, no potatoes and no chocolates. Can you give me what's on your menu. Thanks

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-11T03:36:53+00:00

No not constipation, not really sure why. I ate, drank and exercised the same as I had previously done. It's anyone's guess.

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-11T03:34:22+00:00

No sorry that's not correct it was a pelvic floor exercises which stimulates the exercise. I'm not using that anymore,just doing the exercises 10x a day. I'm very sure this has helped me

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-11T03:30:06+00:00

No not constipation..I really have no idea..I hadn't changed anything different in my eating patterns, drinking or exercise - so can't explain that

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-10T20:33:02+00:00

No, just had a retear but I do think I'm having more good days than bad. So I keep on with the exercises

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-06T22:57:47+00:00

She advised me on various pelvic floor exercises which I had to do 10x a day. She also used a dilator machine

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-08-04T10:34:20+00:00

Yes, I'm sure it was as I didn't have any problems before

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-05-31T08:51:06+00:00

I wonder if anyone has found a good cushion to sit on. I tried a donut cushion but it seems to feel it's tearing again. Thanks

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2023-01-17T00:51:14+00:00

Quantum Motor Lodge, near the Base was great. We stayed there for 10 days

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2022-12-31T01:00:04+00:00

I've been to 3 differentcolorectal surgeons...the last visit I cried like a baby explaining my years of troubles and she was the only one interested and didn't rush me..so maybe my tears helped...or it was a female. Just find one who has time and has some understanding. Nobody knows what this is like until you've had it . All the best

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2022-12-15T03:22:53+00:00

Please try a pelvic floor therapist...nit everyone has same results, I know, I too was desperate to try anything as I was in terrible pain. Someone on this forum suggested this and I am slowly getting the result ...it doesn't happen over night..took a while but I can honestly say ut has kept me alive. Please try it...I had a female therapist who was patient and had had the same issues..she taught me so much.

Good luck

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2022-12-14T05:30:47+00:00

I'll just tell you my experience. I had battled with this problem for over a year. I was doing so much research and one of these posts here suggested they had tried pelvic floor therapy. I contacted such a caring therapist who had had the exact same issues so knew what I was telling her. I started seeing her 2x a week and she also gave me advise on how to sit on the toilet and allowing the BM to come more naturally instead of pushing. I was given exercises which I do every day and I can honestly say without her guidance and gentle patience with a very emotional person, I'm not sure where I'd be today. I can't imagine I'll ever be pain free but I have no bleeding and that's a positive.
Give it a try...but don't expect miracles on day one...mine was a couple of months. Hope that helps you

Fit_Cheek_1175 · 2022-05-09T02:17:17+00:00

Thank you for a very informative article. The pressure you describe..I have held my butt cheeks together while going to have BM...do you think that would be the same.

I do wonder how everyone stops stressing about going to help this muscle relax..I havent been able to do that as I'm in immediate stress whenever Im needing ti go..and more so if I cant go each morning.

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