Hamstring Avulsion (complete tear from pelvis)

[New Year's Tripper]

New Years Tripper, I will have a knee brace locked at 80 degrees for the first 2 weeks, then lowered by 20 degrees every 2 weeks after that...

not sure I can do the female urinal...bathroom isn't far away...ugh

Take a look at my earlier post for tips: 25-04-2013, post #3341. Once your incision feels better the knee brace will allow you to sit comfortably on soft surfaces.

Re: honor's ceremony ... will you be on a knee scooter or crutches? The scooter requires much less stamina. Make sure you scout the access (flat or stairs). Sitting (even with a special pillow) will be a nearly impossible challenge. But Mom's are determined people. Although I wouldn't bet against you the video is a good/safe alternative.

You might be fine with the modified toilet seat and hand rails. I didn't have them (wish I did) so I don't know how well that works on day one. It sounds doable with a knee brace.

At first I was reluctant to accept friends' assistance but saying yes was so helpful and reduced the burden on my husband and mom. When someone would say what can I do to help I would answer "come over and have lunch with me Tuesday ... my treat". I literally started scheduling people and gave my mom those weekdays off.

I was concerned spending so much time with my mom would be a challenge. But she has been great! She (and at first my dad,too) took and are still taking me to doctor and PT appointments to minimize my husband's time off. Since I injured my left leg I am hoping to drive soon.

A group of my friends used the website mealtrain.com and volunteered to bring my husband and I great dinners on Tuesday and Thursday nights for the first 6 weeks. I realize I am blessed with thoughtful and generous friends.

I strongly recommend backpacker cleaning wipes that are microwaveable to "bathe" the first few times. With help I was able to wash and condition my hair in the kitchen sink. I used my scooter sideways and leaned my head forward. Within 10 days I could do this myself. A long handled shower brush is a must once you can use a real shower. It is important to avoid bending at the waist.

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Mr. Yan, does your chart really say 16cm retraction for you? Holy cow! That's like, retracted all the way into your calf. hahaha That's nuts.

Hi BarbieKay - 16cm is correct. Don't let the user name of Mr Yan fool you - I am not a 5ft oriental. I am Anglo-Saxon and reasonably tall (not NBA tall) however 6 ft 2 and quite long legs. If I was a female - I could have been a supermodel The tendon(s) was therefore this huge lump half way down my leg. No idea how the surgeon stretched it back to the pelvis to reattach (especially after 15 months of no activity). No brace which also surprised me. My incision is 5 1/2 inches and vertical. I am now 6 weeks post op today and apart from neuropathic pain registering through my foot, I am really quite good.

My first test today was driving my boss around visiting clients - very tired now and looking forward to lying horizontal however glad I was able to complete those tasks.

Mr Yan (alias Michael)