Three week post op ….
It’s three weeks now since my surgery and so far I’m very pleased with the way things are going. My …
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Physio update ….
I had my second physio appointment yesterday, everything seems to be going well and my range of movement is pretty …
One small step back ….
Once more I have taken a little step back. The muscle in my left arm between my elbow and shoulder …
Two weeks post op ….
It’s been two weeks since the surgery and I have to say it’s not been half as bad as I imagined. I …
My first physio appointment ….
I had my first appointment with the physiotherapist today – not quite two weeks after the surgery. Everything seems to …
A nice bath ….
For some reason I decided that it would be a good idea to try and have a bath today. I …
One step back ….
The Grumpy Cow has arrived! I’m not at all happy today, my wound is itchy and it pricks (sign of …
Day 5 post op ….
As promised yesterday here is a picture of my bruised left arm – which is a LOT better believe me! …
My first day home ….
I’m pleased to be home but its so frustrating having to ask for so much help when I’m usually very …
On my way home – again ….
The cannula and nerve block have been removed, x-ray and blood tests have been done, and I’ve got a lovely …
Another step forward ….
Yesterday was awful – when I woke up my hand was completely numb and it pretty much stayed that way …
Bruised and aching ….
Slept much better last night but you wouldn’t believe how much I ache today. More nerve block is probably wearing …
Making a little progress ….
Today I’ve managed to go to the loo myself, brush my teeth and eat my lunch totally unassisted. Such small …
A new chapter….
I will add a new page later with all the gory details and just make small posts during the day. …
Operation over, ready for next challenge
Surgery done under nerve block only as planned and went really well. Anesthetist said I can have a gold star. …
Total Shoulder Replacement 