Hi Everyone,
Well, today is August 1st and surgery is scheduled for the 23rd. Seems weird to now be in the same month as the surgery. It makes it seem closer.
Today I did all of the preliminary tests: doctor visit, MRI, Chest xray, blood test and other output testing. I think everything is okay.
Since we needed a new bed, we splurged and bought a Sleep Number with bases that raises and lowers both ends. Keep threatening to put both ends up so my husband will wake up looking like a taco. Hmmm...everyone has to have a goal.
Got an over the bed table that tilts. Still need to buy some grabbers and a long shoe horn. Hmmm...a sock aid too. That will require some search
What else?
In the meantime, I plan on walking outside when I feel well enough, but when weather is bad, what about an eliptical machine? Has anyone used one of those in the first six months? I wasn't thinking of using the part where your arms move--there are grab bars you can keep your arms stationary and just move your legs. Any thoughts?
Another question: Will I be able to put on t-shirts (loose fitting) or will it be button down shirts for a while?
Okay, enough questions.
Once again, I cannot thank everyone enough for your help and guidance as I approach the surgery date.
Well, today is August 1st and surgery is scheduled for the 23rd. Seems weird to now be in the same month as the surgery. It makes it seem closer.
Today I did all of the preliminary tests: doctor visit, MRI, Chest xray, blood test and other output testing. I think everything is okay.
Since we needed a new bed, we splurged and bought a Sleep Number with bases that raises and lowers both ends. Keep threatening to put both ends up so my husband will wake up looking like a taco. Hmmm...everyone has to have a goal.
Got an over the bed table that tilts. Still need to buy some grabbers and a long shoe horn. Hmmm...a sock aid too. That will require some search
What else?
In the meantime, I plan on walking outside when I feel well enough, but when weather is bad, what about an eliptical machine? Has anyone used one of those in the first six months? I wasn't thinking of using the part where your arms move--there are grab bars you can keep your arms stationary and just move your legs. Any thoughts?
Another question: Will I be able to put on t-shirts (loose fitting) or will it be button down shirts for a while?
Okay, enough questions.
Once again, I cannot thank everyone enough for your help and guidance as I approach the surgery date.
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