Big Mike
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« on: March 26, 2012, 09:54:10 AM » |
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Well I am 2 weeks post surgery and what a wild time it has been. The surgery went very well and there are no complications with the new hip. The problems I had were post surgery. I was discharged from the hospital 3.5 days after the replacement. Against my complaints of hot and cold sweats with shivering, and not being able to pass my bowels. The internal Med Dr told me that he saw nothing wrong with my blood or urine results and that I was going home, so I did. With in 8 hours I was shivering so bad my wife said our king size solid oak 4 poster bed was moving. I sat up and began coughing up blood. I told her to call the ambulance. Within one hour I have been put into a MICU unit for Pneumonia and a septic infection. After 2 days I was moved to most likely the best private room in the hospital. This room had a large flat screen, crown molding, real wood furniture, beautiful bathroom fixtures, and so on. I would hit the switch for a nurse and it seemed like they were there within moments seeing what I needed. I even had a menu I could order off of for each meal, and the food was much better than in the ortho unit. I was finally sent home with a couple days on IV antibiotics left which were finished yesterday evening. I am having very little pain in my hip, I am more soar than anything. I am able to walk some around the house without the walker but not more than about 15 steps or so. All in all I am happy with the procedure at this point and will begin a full Physical Therapy program tomorrow to get me back into shape.
I want to take a moment to tell you how grateful I am for all the support that the people of the VRCC has shown. The cards, calls, emails, and visits have been an inspiration. The VRCC is certainly much more than another motorcycle forum. For those that have taken an extra step and purchased items from me I hope to begin packing some items by the end of the week. On Wen the therapist is going to go out to the garage with me and we are going to see what he thinks about me being able to get around out there for short periods of time.
Thank You All Again
Mike Terry
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rmrc51
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« Reply #1 on: March 26, 2012, 09:59:59 AM » |
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Great to hear from you Mike!!! So glad all is finally going well. Now here's to a speedy full recovery!!!  |
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« Reply #2 on: March 26, 2012, 10:08:49 AM » |
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Good to have you back..Hope your healing continues and you are back up and in super health in a very short time.
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« Reply #3 on: March 26, 2012, 10:16:10 AM » |
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Great news !! |
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« Reply #4 on: March 26, 2012, 10:25:56 AM » |
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Glad to hear it! Heal up fast, and get back to pack-ratting, I found out there's a bit of Cobra bling I didn't know about  -Mike |
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« Reply #6 on: March 26, 2012, 10:40:16 AM » |
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no matter how good she looks you are going to hate your therapist but do what she says,,,
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« Reply #7 on: March 26, 2012, 10:52:43 AM » |
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So glad to hear it Mike. I hope you can make it to Inzane! Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #8 on: March 26, 2012, 10:57:46 AM » |
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don't know ya personally, but congrats on such a successful surgery. My dad had hip surgery and his recovery time was more like months, not weeks. Surely do not push it too hard and if get any ill side effects take very seriously, hip replacement surgery is very serious stuff. Hope you are up and riding this summer for sure! Take care!!
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« Reply #9 on: March 26, 2012, 11:43:13 AM » |
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Great News Mike!
My wife had her hip replaced and 10 years later it was still in excellent condition. Mind the therapist and you'll be back ready to go very soon.
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« Reply #10 on: March 26, 2012, 11:54:31 AM » |
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Great to hear things are getting better Mike. Get well my friend, the wind awaits.
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« Reply #11 on: March 26, 2012, 11:58:25 AM » |
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Thanks for the update. Heal up real soon buddy.
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« Reply #12 on: March 26, 2012, 12:00:59 PM » |
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Glad to hear you are doing well. I am calling the Dr. this after noon to see him on my hips.
both my hips are hurtting.
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« Reply #13 on: March 26, 2012, 12:33:14 PM » |
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Good to hear Mike! Now rest up, and be sure all the infection is gone, before you start runnin' yerself ragged again  Black Dog |
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« Reply #15 on: March 26, 2012, 01:10:10 PM » |
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Good to hear Mike! Now rest up, and be sure all the infection is gone, before you start runnin' yerself ragged again Black Dog Mike, ditto here what Steve says. Been there, done that on hip and a knee. Just make damn sure you follow the therapists suggestions, actually orders. Otherwise, it is kind of like a piece of cake. |
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« Reply #16 on: March 26, 2012, 01:18:01 PM » |
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that is great news and glad they got the infection cleared up.
some of the infections you pick up in hospitals are nothing to play with.
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« Reply #17 on: March 26, 2012, 01:18:39 PM » |
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Speedy recovery Big Mike! |
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« Reply #18 on: March 26, 2012, 02:03:08 PM » |
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Thanks for getting us up to date, Mike. You've been in my daily thoughts and I'm relieved to hear from you. Best of luck in rehab and best wishes from Missouri!
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« Reply #19 on: March 26, 2012, 02:11:04 PM » |
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...That,s great Mike...glad to see you,re doing a lot better ! .. |
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« Reply #20 on: March 26, 2012, 02:17:14 PM » |
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Wonderful, absolutely wonderful news Mike.
God bless you brother,
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« Reply #21 on: March 26, 2012, 04:10:55 PM » |
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Bob & I are glad your home and on the mend Now start that PT and get movin...riding season is coming fast  Take Care! |
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« Reply #22 on: March 26, 2012, 04:28:25 PM » |
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Great to hear from you & happy you are on the mend. Like others say, listen to your therapist, they will get you right!
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« Reply #23 on: March 26, 2012, 04:29:17 PM » |
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Big Mike, glad to hear you are recovering. My friend, you are a lucky man, take it easy and do the therapy.
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« Reply #24 on: March 26, 2012, 04:57:12 PM » |
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Mike, it was good to see you were doing so good when we visited last week. Now remember what we agreed to, when you're ready and able, call me and I'll pick you up and get you out of the house for lunch (on me this time). BTW, those BBQ sandwiches were great.
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« Reply #25 on: March 26, 2012, 05:09:17 PM » |
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Great news |
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« Reply #26 on: March 26, 2012, 05:45:42 PM » |
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Good going Mike |
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« Reply #27 on: March 26, 2012, 06:56:55 PM » |
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Glad you are on the mend friend!
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« Reply #28 on: March 26, 2012, 07:14:06 PM » |
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It's really great to hear from you, Mike. Now, it's all about no setbacks for the next few months.
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« Reply #29 on: March 26, 2012, 08:08:31 PM » |
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Real glad to hear you are the way to recovery, we were worried about you.
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