Pre-Op Hip Brace Fitting and Physical Therapy

This week I was fitted for my post-surgery hip brace, which will keep my hip from being overextended/moving in directions Dr. Petre does not want it moving.  I also had an appointment with a physical therapist to learn how to properly use crutches for getting around with almost non-weight bearing on left hip - and the proper method to hop up and down the stairs in and out of my basement.  Surgery is 25 July - not sure what time yet.  This week I also purchased a raised toilet seat and a bath tub chair so that I will experience less pain with these self-care issues.  I also purchased new pyrex glass containers so that I can prepare food ahead of time for my basement-dwelling.

This weekend I'm going out of town and will only have a few days to get some last-minute mega walking and working out in, then create a grocery list!  The recovery to "full athleticism" is 4-5 months...I'm hoping to be able to go for short short walks after about 6 weeks.  I'll be out of the office for about 6 weeks due to the issues with mobility, my inability to drive, and chair/desk angle issues.  I'll have to go to physical therapy three times a week for the entire first month until my follow up appointment.  Even 24 hours after my surgery!

For a link on what exactly I'm having done - here's Dr. Petre's website

http://drpetre.com/injuries/common-hip-injuries/hip-labral-repair/