Joe,
I came across this while trying to hunt you down on the internet. I've bought firewood from you over the years and wanted to get some from you this year. ...Read more
Joe,
I came across this while trying to hunt you down on the internet. I've bought firewood from you over the years and wanted to get some from you this year. I was very sorry to learn about your health challenges - I hope you come through this better than ever.
Joe:
I stopped napping after four weeks post op , but I sleep a full 8 hours each night and I spend a good amount of time in the recliner or reading on the ...Read more
Joe:
I stopped napping after four weeks post op , but I sleep a full 8 hours each night and I spend a good amount of time in the recliner or reading on the back porch with my Britanny. We also walk together every day. I washed the car at week three (3) and that took a full couple of hours due to the physical exertion (a little embarassing for a 49 year old). The rest is important and you will feel much better, but take the opportunity to rest and recover.
I believe you are only 4 weeks away from surgery? I am 6 weeks and while I don't take a nap per se, when I sit down to watch TV with the family after dinner, ...Read more
I believe you are only 4 weeks away from surgery? I am 6 weeks and while I don't take a nap per se, when I sit down to watch TV with the family after dinner, I've been known to close my eyes! But I do still get tired. I am supposed to have a stress test next week at the cardiologist's and he definitely recommends cardiac rehab for me, at 68. Happy to do it, but hope I can drive before it starts, as I hate getting rides. Give yourself a little time, it is pretty serious surgery we've all had. Best to heal well.
Hi Joe
I am starting 5th week post op, and gradually feeling more energetic. One must be patient and moderate in all physical activities.
I started light seeking ...Read more
Hi Joe
I am starting 5th week post op, and gradually feeling more energetic. One must be patient and moderate in all physical activities.
I started light seeking and bush trimming but only for short duration
walking is highly recommended and enjoyable
be patient and moderate in all activities and hopefully your energy will return
Hi Joe! I'm 42 and got my mechanical aortic valve in March of this year. I was driving at 4 1/2 weeks, and started rehab at 6 weeks. If rehab is included ...Read more
Hi Joe! I'm 42 and got my mechanical aortic valve in March of this year. I was driving at 4 1/2 weeks, and started rehab at 6 weeks. If rehab is included in your insurance, DO IT! It's a great way to know how your body will respond to exertion. If rehab is not included I strongly suggest paying out of pocket for 2 or 3 sessions if you are able.
Naps? I found that even at 10 weeks I still needed a rest on rehab days. maybe not a full blown nap, but a little bit sitting in the rocker or on the back porch.
It's been 24 weeks, and I feel great. I still get the occasional twinge, especially when lifting 10+ lbs with outstretched arms.
Thanks for being a farmer, I like food! :)
Joseph Skeba Thanks for your input...yes I will be starting cardiac rehab Sept. 4th....looking forward to it.....I ... Read more
Joseph Skeba Thanks for your input...yes I will be starting cardiac rehab Sept. 4th....looking forward to it.....I have another question perhaps you could answer.....my heart rate is elevated now at rest...compared to what it used to be....but today the PT guy had me walking up the stairs in my home and it went up to 160.....is it normal for the HR to be elevated for a while after this type of surgery; I will ask doc next week when I go again; but was just wondering if anyone else found this to be true. I am only 4 weeks post op at this point.
I am from: Monroe Township, New Jersey
