So it has now been a few days since surgery. Lots of visitors, cards and chocolates!
The bandages came off on Saturday. I’m quite squeamish and had to lie down afterwards. Good job I'm not a leg model or I'd never work again - lots of lovely scars. I’ve changed the plasters but I’m keeping the trendy surgical stockings on! I have to wear them day and night for three weeks. It's hot under the duvet I can tell you!
I’m trying to keep my feet up as much as possible but the rest of the time I’m managing to get around my pad on crutches. I’ve not been outside yet though. I’ve been told I can weight bear but psychologically it’s quite difficult. I’m not quite sure how much I can push it and I’m looking forward to seeing my physio next week for some advice.
The most exciting event so far is that I’ve been able to have a shower. My friend brought me some Waitrose cling film to wrap round my leg. I practised on my arm first and, once I was confident it worked, I wrapped my leg up. Sexy! But how good did it feel to wash my hair!
In more exciting news, my cross stitch embroidery of two tango dancers arrived today. Embroidery is not really my thing but I refuse to watch daytime tv all afternoon so it'll keep me out of trouble. I've also ordered a tonne of dvds.
Would love a glass of merlot but got to stay tee total until I'm off the medication. Trying to keep cheerful and picture myself a few months down the line taking a dance class!
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