I've actually been doing really well at home. I'm getting the hang of things now :-). My pain is well controlled and I am able to cut back on the painkillers, which is GREAT - they had me taking 24 pills a DAY! Its nice not to be so loopy anymore. I probably only take about 6-8 a day now. I found a good way to sleep so its comfortable.. I place a pillow under my knee and a couple pillows under my back/neck so I'm slightly propped up. I can sleep through the night without taking pain pills.
Pretty much I just park it in the recliner, thats most comfortable! I'm hear all day for the most part.. I get up and move every once in a while so I can keep my blood flowing. I am taking blood thinners but my levels were really low and they said I was at increased risk for clotting so I take 2 pills a day now instead of 1. Bella I think is sad that I can't really play with her :( Shes very much the daddys girl now! But we snuggle a lot and yesterday we took a 2 hour nap together :).
PT is going to start coming twice a week. Bryce has been taking great care of Bella and I! He has a lot on his plate but he is doing soo good, I'm really proud of him! Its nice to be able to spend so much time together, despite the fact that I'm crippled!
But I really think I am doing well, much better than expected.. I'm surprising everyone!! Pain is good. I'm just not mobile, which is the kicker! I don't know when I will be able to drive.. stinks its my right leg! I can't bend my body past 70 degrees, either. But I am going to start working from home this Monday :-) Glad I will have something to keep me occupied.. and so glad I have an amazing work place that is helping me out! Or else Bryce and I would be really struggling financially. I miss all my co-workers!!! Thanks for all the encouraging words and support. :)
Saturday, May 16, 2009
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