Staples Out

I asked Fred if he would please smile as he was removing my (21) staples. He kindly complied. Fred is the go-to guy for staple removal, cast removal, etc. And he didn't hurt a bit!

This is Lindsay. She is the second physician's assistant on Dr. Nakasone's team. Most of the time she is in surgery but today we were able to see her. As with all other members of this team, Lindsay was patient and willing to answer any and all questions we had.

Most people post photos of their kids, pets, trips etc. Me? Well, here is my new hip. It is my newest baby.

THR Phyical Therapy Begins

The right hip was replaced on Monday the 20th of Sept. On Wed the 23rd we had our first PT visit with David Newman. David measured muscle strengths, depts of angles, etc. He wrote them all down then said we were to return starting Sept 25th for twice a week to work with Kevin.


Here is Kevin. He greeted us with a big smile, a new haircut and several pounds lighter. You go Kevin!

Kevin checks the list to be certain I did all of the required exercises. No homework as of yet. The staples come out on Tuesday. I have a feeling the real work will begin then.

Here it is Monday and back at PT. Staples come out tomorrow. This snapshot shows Kevin waiting patiently for someone to finish their exercises. He has a bag of ice all prepared to apply once exercises are completed.

With a smile that reminds me of a Cheshire cat - this once again is Dave. The fella who loves to see you progress in your treatment. He is talking to another patient. I think Dave will measure me for progress next week. We'll see.