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Old January 18th, 2010, 08:02 PM
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Once you're past your restrictions being lifted you should be ok...I have gone slow and tested out each thing I do. I'm just now starting to leap almost at a full split. I also have a larger diameter ball to reduce the risk of any dislocation.
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Shugaplum,
When you posted that first pic really inspired me.
Not to dance but to get my life fully back. I was a wrestler but when It came to dancing my feet just got tangled up. The stories I could tell.
You mentioned large head.. did you get 38mm or go metal on metal.
I did the 38mm with poly liner. non cemented.
I am just over 6 weeks and I can touch my shoe now but not tie shoes yet..
I think I could but dont want to push to soon.
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pilot, Shuga hasn't visited us since 4th Feb so don't expect an answer any time soon! Why don't you search through her posts? I'm almost certain she mentioned it somewhere. I have a feeling it was metal on plastic but the size I cannot recall.
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Hi Sugaplum,

Fantastic pictures. It's been a while since I've been on. I got through my surgery and everything is fine. Yesterday was my first day that I was able to spend a full day without a cane.

I'd like to thank you and everyone for your words of encouragement and advice. You are very inspiring and I'll check in to see how you and everyone is doing.

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Hello all! It certainly has been awhile! I'm very sorry for my absence...I love all of you dearly but I'm out enjoying my fabulous new hip!!

I hit 5 months about a week ago. I feel wonderful still. I took my first dance classes in the city at the beginning of the month. I managed to get through them but it was tough. Not because of my hip but because of the strength I lost when my hip was bad.

To be honest I don't know what my diameter is...but Jo was right (as usual!) that it is metal on plastic. The ion discharge risk applies to me as I am 26 and would like to have children someday. My doctor is very confident in what he gave me and has given the same thing to many other professional dancers.

The biggest challenge right now is the weather. For someone who is willing to kick my legs to my face, I am very cautious with the ice and snow. I made sure I got some very good boots and I tread carefully. I would hate to slip and fall resulting in problems after I've been feeling so great!

I will be sure to post at 6 months...pictures and a follow up! All my love and happy thoughts to my fellow hippies! I'll keep checking in to help answer questions!
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Hey, Shuga.....so great to hear from you! And great to hear you're doing well! I'm betting you just need a little time to get those muscles awake again and you'll be kickin' it in your dance lessons. Take care, hon....let us hear from you any ol' time!

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Pictures! I want pictures!!

Seriously, it's great to hear from you, shuga. We know when people don't spend time with us *sniff* it's because they're too busy getting on with their lives.

And so it should be. Chicks always leave the nest in the end.
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Shugaplum, you make me wince and my eyes water when you do the standing up splits thing. It looks like things are going well for you.
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Hello again!! I can't believe how much time has passed since I last posted! I thought of you all the other day. I had a co-worker have her THR last week and while checking up on her I thought about how lucky I am to have such a fantastic support group with you all!

Can you believe that in 2 weeks it will have been 8 months since my surgery! I feel phenomenal. I had some major pain about 4 weeks ago, to the point where I considered calling my surgeon. However, I've been increasingly active and suspected some scar tissue breaking up. Since that weekend I have felt better than ever and no more pain.

It's funny how the body works, though. My mom was recently diagnosed with breast cancer...it's been a very tough few months for my family. I was at work one day and took a break to call her. The phone conversation was all about her chemo treatments that were about to begin and it freaked me out. My body decided to handle it by giving me a dose of my old hip pain. I could barely stand up straight and I had a panic attack...just like I had prior to my surgery when I was in immense pain at work. I went outside and cooled off, immediately felt better, and luckily have not experienced any more pain. I just think its fascinating that the body can revert to old weak spots so quickly.

Other than that everything has been great. I am still working on getting my dance groove back...I'm not sure I will ever be back to the level I was in college and when I was a professional, but that is also my age and activity level. I am still cautious when I teach and execute certain things, but I accept the moments when I have to stop myself. I would rather be 75% the dancer I used to be and completely pain free than be where I was a year ago.

If you recall...I had some difficulties with my job upon scheduling my surgery. I still haven't gained any hours back and money is tight but I am LOVING my free time. I worked too hard the last few years and forgot how to enjoy myself. I had been giving online dating a try and a few months ago met a wonderful guy. If I didn't have that free time, I never would have been able to meet and get to know him. I am now very much in love, on top of being pain-free and happy.

My mom said I just look happier and radiate a lightness. I can't imagine going back to how I lived. If anyone reads this who is considering a THR please consider your quality of life. I didn't realize how much I lost until I started gaining it all back. My life no longer revolves around my hip, I no longer question everything I do and what pain level it will bring, and most days I completely forget that I even ever went through something like that.

My best advice to everyone is to STAY POSITIVE! Whether you are pre-op or recovering there will be bumps in the road, but those bumps make the good parts seem so much better. If you let it get you down, it's a tough road to make a U-turn on! Take it one day at a time, find and celebrate the little victories, laugh at the mistakes, and appreciate your friends and family who support you along the way!

All my love...I will be sure to check in from time to time and, yes Jo, maybe even post some more pics!

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Thank you for sharing your success story with us Shugaplum. Looking at your picture gives us hippies still waiting for treatment a glimmer of hope that one day things will get better. Sometimes it is hard to look past the here and now until we see stories like yours. Thankyou. Rose
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Thanks for sharing with us - it really is encouraging. I know what you mean, that you don't realize how much of life you have lost, until you start to get it back again. I'm looking forward to little things like being able to paint my toenails this summer! I hope your mom is doing ok - that has got to be very scary for everyone.
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Well that's a laugh! When I saw this thread bumped, my first thought was "I do wish Shuga would post some more pics!". See, we're upgrading the BoneSmart.org website and I'd love to see you featured on it. So would the owners. I sent them your pictures but they'd really like some that are better quality.

Anyway, that apart, it's really good to hear from you and know you're still doing well.

So sorry about your mother but you do know that breast cancer is the most cured cancer at this present time, don't you? I'm sure she'll be fine!

God bless you, sweetie!
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Good to hear from you and to know that your hip is still doing fine. I would also LOVE to see more photos!

I am sorry about your mom's diagnosis of breast cancer. I will keep her in my prayers.
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It's so wonderful hearing from you all again! And thank you for all the positive thoughts and love sent in my mom's direction. She's doing remarkably well!

Jo-what kind of photos are you looking for? I would love to be a part of Bonesmart!!
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I know I've seen those photos many, many times, Jo....but I never cease to be amazed with our Shuga!!! Beautiful!!!!
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Aren't they? Can you imagine the impact on the home page of BoneSmart.org?
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Hi Shugaplum

When I first joined Bonesmart I saw your pictures and was amazed. Your story is so inspiring and I'd love to see you featured on Bonesmart too.. You have given hope to to many and ME included...
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Can I just say how touched and overwhelmed I am by the response I receive on this board? I felt so lost when I began this journey and Bonesmart helped me find my bearings and give me a sense of support. I cannot express how grateful I am to all the people who participate in these boards. It's also extremely gratifying to see how many people are inspired by my story and my pictures...I feel like the "little dancer that could"! Thank you to all of you!!

Jo-I can definitely get you new pics. I know the old ones are blurry...any other requests? Different background, etc.? I would be honored beyond belief to be an inspiration to all the newcomers who find Bonesmart in their journeys!
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What ever suits you, shuga! You're our star!
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