Surgery has really made a difference in the quality of my life. For the past year I've been reading about recoveries here and I thought mine was pretty slow. But this past week I went and did some sight seeing and I was able to stand for 4 hours plus with no discomfort, something I couldn't do before the surgery. My lung function is pretty near post op levels l now. I used to get out of breath when walking very easily after the surgery and now I can almost, but not quite keep up with my friends. I honestly did not think I would feel this well, because it took so long. I'm tempted to start running and horseback riding again, but I'm afraid I'll end up with pain again in a few years. I'm going to try bike riding again,but I want to get a bike with shock absorbers first. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good bike?
Also, I never thought I looked bad pre surgery or paid much attention to the way I looked, but I saw how crooked I was in some pre op beach photos. I'm going to take some pictures this year for comparison. I have this perception that strangers seem to be friendlier post surgery-maybe because I'm not in pain?
Also, I never thought I looked bad pre surgery or paid much attention to the way I looked, but I saw how crooked I was in some pre op beach photos. I'm going to take some pictures this year for comparison. I have this perception that strangers seem to be friendlier post surgery-maybe because I'm not in pain?
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