Friday, August 24, 2012

Recovery Day 2


Thursday 8/23/12 I still woke up VERY stiff, swollen and sore once again.  But this morning I was able to take off the pillow-like bandages and cover my 4 little stitches with waterproof band aids!  My mom assisted me in the bathroom.  And what a GOOD thing that was, since I blacked out when I saw my stitches!

My right hip is definitely doing a lot better.  There is no numbness or pain and the swelling has gone down quite a bit.  I even have decent range of motion.  The left side?!  Well, that's a different story.   My left thigh is still numb and so stiff I can barely put pants on.

I'm still dealing with a sensitive stomach, nausea and weird body temperature changes.  Not too mention, I'm always tired!! However, I am finding that my crutches just make walking more uncomfortable.  I will call the doctor tomorrow to find out if it's ok that I ditch the crutches.

I rested almost the entire day, except when I went out to the supermarket for some food. My good friend Jackie came to visit me as well, and we were able to get some good studying done for an upcoming exam that we have.

Unfortunately, I was only able to ride the bike for 17 minutes today, since I developed a sharp pinching pain in my groin.  However, I was able to do some arm work with light dumbbells and hold plank for 60 seconds!

Trying to sleep this night was brutal.  I could not get comfortable in bed and when I got up to use the bathroom, I moved too quickly.  A sharp, pinching pain developed in my left groin and it hasn't gone away. I'm tired... hopefully tomorrow will be better.  I'll even get to take a shower!  I just hope I didn't damage the results of the left side of my hip!!

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