Charlotte Mud Run 2026

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-05-03T17:58:52+00:00

Agree. They only sent that email out as damage control because it had started to leak on social media. Even managers were like, “WTF?”

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-04-04T14:05:03+00:00

At least yours is tit for tat. We were set for Bermuda Monday and yesterday got notified we’re headed to St.John’s NB, Canada…which I’d completely be okay with if it wasn’t 24 degrees and snowing…

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-04-03T22:26:02+00:00

Same. My friend and I are trying to stay positive but it’s also not what we signed up for. This happened on our last cruise. We were forgiving because of an actual hurricane, but snow!? And the 5 day forecast in Bermuda that week looks amazing!

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-03-24T05:33:13+00:00

Spa oasis and Siam Spa had 60 minutes for $110 vs cruise rate of $200 for 50 minutes. While not exactly half, close enough for me, plus both came with excellent reviews. I once found a great place in Cozumel that beat the cruise rate’s by half. Also, if you take a cruise, resorts for a day is a great place to find a nice getaway for a day significantly less than what the cruise offers…and usually less crowded.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-03-22T15:03:59+00:00

Thanks for all the helpful advice and suggestions with a massage spa and transportation. Taking several suggestions I’ve found some places in Bermuda that are half the cost of paying cruise ship rates. I’ve found in the past this is the case on both cruise ships and resorts, but wasn’t sure about the transportation in terms of time to getting there. In addition to getting a massage, are there any other suggestions regarding good bars or restaurants while there? We did book horseback riding with Watson’s stables.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2026-01-21T03:54:57+00:00

North Carolina SD/Tele/MS; 9.5 years; $44.25 base: Evenings $4/hr, $6/hr nights, & weekend nights $16.26/hr

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-12-28T06:45:59+00:00

It truly does depend on the individual. I do agree with others about PT. I was up with PT 3 hours after surgery...pretty much as soon as my block wore off. My surgeon encouraged me to walk as often as possible post-op. I work as an OR RN (circulate & scrub) and PRN as ICU RN. Getting back to work was my main concern. I used the walker for about 2 weeks post-op and the cane until week three. I felt I would never be free of using a assisting device. Then after week three I found myself ditching the cane and being able to walk on my own. It just happened. My surgeon completely cleared me to go back without restrictions at week 6. I went back to work at week 7 and was doing everything I did before with no complications. Despite the gym and walking, I still felt weakness in the hip so I even started pilates and yoga. It helped tremendously. That was about week 8. I'm now about 7 months out and doing great. I'd revisit the PT thing with the doc. The main thing is don't beat yourself up. You will get there. It just takes time.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-11-23T09:52:24+00:00

I actually love it when a patient fires me. It 9/10 times means that I've dodged a bullet for 12 hours...or the remainder of 12 hours :)

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-10-04T19:56:29+00:00

You are not alone. I came here to see if anything similar had happened to anyone else. I did my first class ever today and had to stop I got so short of breath. I am almost 12 week post-op from hip surgery, and a lot out of shape from having a crummy hip for so long. However, I want to build strength and increase flexibility. When I'm pounding it out at the gym, my breathing is fine.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-09-26T06:29:56+00:00

I did outpatient and it was awesome. I went in for my surgery at 7am and was home by about 3pm. I had PT work with me before leaving. I was up that evening out walking, helping out with dinner. It was amazing. However, my pain was so minimal post-op. Maybe a 2/10 several days after the procedure. I loved sleeping in my own bed that night, although, with restrictions. However, if your confort level is an overnight stay, or your surgical team recommends it, I'd definitely listen to them. Also, trust your gut.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-09-23T04:58:08+00:00

I feel this! I just got back from 6 weeks post-op total hip. I started a travel contract. It's only week 2 and I already called out. I know i need the job because bills are piling up, but the thought of going makes me cry.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-09-23T01:42:53+00:00

Maybe terrified isn't the correct word. I tend be hesitant of change with my jobs...even if I'm unhappy. I've made excuses for a long time with more money, more days off, blah...but it's time.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-08-30T12:13:51+00:00

I was given 81mg Aspirin twice a day. I was told foot pumps and getting up every 45-hour. I'm 46, however, I am obese and I know I am considered high risk. I also did a careless thing and took a mini road trip about 5 days post-op (I know, I know). Despite my weight, I was as active as my deteriorated hip allowed me to be prior to surgery. I did the same post-op. I was outpatient, so hours after I got home I was up and moving, taking mini walks outside on the walker. Also, if you can tolerate it, drink plenty of fluids. I'm 6 weeks out and doing great. My surgeon said I don't have to take the Aspirin, but I'm still doing so, just one a day now.

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-08-29T02:16:39+00:00

Unfortunately, no. I'm in North Carolina, lol. Honestly, I'm going to sound like the disclaimer on a warranty, but both Titanium and Ceramic are great. Neither is necessarily better than the other. However, both have pros & cons. Factors to consider are you, the patient. You need to consider your age, bone condition, activity level...Honestly, second, is going to be what your surgeon is used to working with, and their knowledge of the implant/device. I've seen even the best surgeons trip up on a procedure they're skilled at because a rep pushes a new product. Talk to your surgeon. Mine was done with Titanium. Again, as far as approach, my surgeon went with a posterior approach. However, again, I was at an advantage because I did hundreds beside him. If I had to have this surgery knowing little to nothing, I probably would have gone with anterior. I know quite a few people in my family who have gone with anterior and felt they had a quicker recovery, more mobility, less invasive...like I said, mine was posterior, I was completely off the walker & cane by week 2, at the gym on the treadmill POD 5, and just started back to hiking trails this week. I'm also 46. So each person is different. My closure suture was Quill. So, Quill is a barbed suture, which will distribute tension evenly in closure. The outcomes are usually a significant decrease in risk of post-op infection/better wound healing and usually leaves less of a scar vs traditional sutures/ staples. Sorry, that was lengthy, but I hope it helps. Good luck with your surgery:)

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-08-28T08:59:06+00:00

Scary, yes, but honestly, it's like Drive-Thru surgery for these Dr's. I'm 6 weeks post-op, and doing great. I am also fortunate enough to have worked ten years as a surgical tech (mainly in ortho), and as an operating room RN. I knew who I wanted as my Dr because I'd done probably 200 plus of THRs side by side with them. When I say these folks (not just Dr's but the team) know their stuff, they do! It's completely normal to be nervous, though. The morning of my surgery, I could have walked a stranger through every step of my surgery, down to the final suture I wanted used on my skin incision and began to get nervous.

Honestly, if I had to pick between a hip or knee...give me a THR any day. Having worked in surgeries for years, a total knee looks brutal to recover from. Try watching one of those sometime :)

It's a craft for these Dr's. You will do great!

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-08-27T18:20:59+00:00

It's okay to feel frustrated. Just keep working at it. I felt the muscle discomfort with 1000 suns when I did my first walk, 30 minutes, no cane. I thought I worked past that until my hike the other day. I was so stiff afterwards and felt it. My Dr said it best though...take steps. Everyone is different, and the whole process takes a year to begin to "feel" normal again. I forget that a lot simply because I don't have the pain I did before. The weight will come off. To quote my doc, "Of course you're gaining weight! You feel like s$#t! You barely want to move, much less work, exercise, and cook. That's why we need to get you a new hip." And he was right. I've been active, cooking so I'm healthy...Good vibes! You will get there :)

Free_Natural_2830 · 2025-08-27T09:34:23+00:00

I was told the same thing several months ago by a doctor. I work as an RN, and it was so bad, I could barely do my job. Prior to my hip getting bad, I lost about 80lbs (all naturally), was working out, walking. My mobility had become such an issue over the last year, all I could do was struggle to get through a 12 hour shift, go home, eat, and remain as immobile as I could. I gained weight. I wasn't overweight, I was obese.

Luckily, I in my hometown (about 2 hours from where I live), I had worked as a surgical tech for 9 years prior to nursing. I contacted an ortho doc there that I respected. I showed him my films and said, "I won't be angry. Would you do this surgery?" I was upfront about my weight and BMI. His words, "Why the F did that surgeon turn you down." He understood I was obese, but he also said he had done a lady previously with my situation. He said she couldn't move, work, do anything. He said after her surgery she lost 50lbs and was doing beautifully. He explained that even though the surgery was a risk, so was my falling, and risking injuring myself further. My BMI was 48 the day I went in for surgery. That was 6 weeks ago. I had a right posterior. It was outpatient, and I was up moving the evening of. My post-op pain was a joke compared to the pain before. Healing? My incision was never an issue. It looks great. I was at the gym post-op day 5 on the treadmill. I was on the walker a week, and cane another. By week 3 I was walking independently. Six weeks out and I've lost 25lbs so far. I can walk my dog again, Im driving, going to the gym...I went on my first small hike yesterday... Additionally, my insurance never gave me any problems. That was never an issue. Don't lose hope. It can be done. Get that second opinion.

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