As I snuggle against my heating pad and hope for my Milk of Mag to kick in, I cannot help but to compliment my progress thus far.
I have followed my doctor's directions and have settled in nicely to my routine as a post-op patient.
Waking up, usually between 7am and 8:30am, I have a glass of water and walk a few laps around the house. I check my wounds, use the bathroom, and ultimately find my way back to my throne of a recliner.
Then, I enjoy my breakfast of either a vanilla or chocolate protein shake. This takes about a half hour or so to get down … not because I'm physically restricted, but because I am intentionally pacing myself.
While sitting, I am sure to keep my feet up … gotta keep those pesky blood clots away … and then make myself aware of the time and keep track of making sure I walk around, drink fluids, drink my protein, and of course, enjoy a bit of soup for lunch and dinner.
I have found a new love of sugar-free popsicles and guiltlessly indulge in at least one per day. Today, I had two. Guiltless.
The gas pain in the left shoulder is the only residual annoyance I can complain about now. It's dull at times, sharp others … but always present. Walking does help, I won't deny that … but I'm hoping a few more days will pass and so will the gas.
Perhaps a massage will ease the bubble … hmmm … oh' hubby ….!!!! LOL!
I have followed my doctor's directions and have settled in nicely to my routine as a post-op patient.
Waking up, usually between 7am and 8:30am, I have a glass of water and walk a few laps around the house. I check my wounds, use the bathroom, and ultimately find my way back to my throne of a recliner.
Then, I enjoy my breakfast of either a vanilla or chocolate protein shake. This takes about a half hour or so to get down … not because I'm physically restricted, but because I am intentionally pacing myself.
While sitting, I am sure to keep my feet up … gotta keep those pesky blood clots away … and then make myself aware of the time and keep track of making sure I walk around, drink fluids, drink my protein, and of course, enjoy a bit of soup for lunch and dinner.
I have found a new love of sugar-free popsicles and guiltlessly indulge in at least one per day. Today, I had two. Guiltless.
The gas pain in the left shoulder is the only residual annoyance I can complain about now. It's dull at times, sharp others … but always present. Walking does help, I won't deny that … but I'm hoping a few more days will pass and so will the gas.
Perhaps a massage will ease the bubble … hmmm … oh' hubby ….!!!! LOL!
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