A trivial but genuine dilemma

I am 66 and have had both hips replaced .My biggest problem was sleeping on my back. You have to do this no option so I suggest you start now if you sleep any other way .
Big knickers , joggers and by cycle gloves helped my hands when using crutches.
Good luck.

Chiropodist is your best bet. You will be in pain for a while after the op so it would be good if your feet were not causing problems too. Oh and chiropodist’s like to be called podiatrists now!

After her hip replacements my mother preferred longish skirts and no underpants. She found it much easier when going to wee.

You may want to consider getting a raised toilet seat in advance, I mean one that is higher up, not one that has been left up by someone else and a wall handle to facilitate getting on and off the toilet.

Or you could invest in that useful invention the "she-wee" if you don't already have one and obviate the necessity of sitting down to wee.

Hope everything goes well.

Aveline. 4.5inches off your waist is amazing. All the best to you when your op comes around.

Thanks Puzzled.

ARE not BARE, (unless that is party of your recovery programme!)
How do you cure fat fingers?

After the op, Hope it goes well for you, celebrate by having your feet given a major service.
That way you can concentrate on how good they look rather than any immediate after effects.
Do and wear whatever makes you feel good. You bare just about to start a new chapter, where you should be able to do things that have been "out of bounds" form a while!

Now grounded, Aveline!

Wow! A 'frequent flyer'!

I had the partial replacement of my shoulder 13 months after my hip and in between I had a trapeziectomy on my thumb joint! I asked the hospital for a season ticket.

Gosh. Three in 18 months! Getting it all over ASAP. I think as my op isn't till July I'll have a pedicure soonish then a podiatry visit nearer the time.
I do have high hopes of the recommended long handled scissors too!

I’ve had 3 joint replacements in the last 18 months. The latest a knee 2 weeks ago.
In each case I’ve seen the podiatrist a week or so before the operation and then by the time I’m due for my next visit I’ve been back on my feet.

If you choose a Chiropodist/Podiatrist I wish you good luck as appointments in my area are like gold dust.
The nail salon I use do a very relaxing pedicure and I often have a clear varnish. I am sure they would allow you to opt out of varnish if you ask.

Braces! What a thought. The weight loss was due to me trying to do everything possible to help my hip. It was relatively easy too once I got in the habit of it. I'll keep going too as I suspect I'm in for a pretty leisurely autumn recovering from my hip op.

Aveline sounds like you will need braces for your underwear after such a weight loss achievement! Well done you.

Thanks Redhead- I'm already fully stocked with big knickers and am no stranger to lycra waistbands! Although, in preparation for the op I've been on a diet and so far have lost 4.5 ins from my waist. Hope the knickers stay securely in place!
The long handled scissors sound excellent. Will try to find some.
Thanks for the tips.

Odette52 I suggest that you Google Trousers/Leggings Gransnet This subject was covered March 21, so you will find lots of helpful suggestions there.

I had total hip replacement when I was Fifty three eleven years ago. I bought long handled nail scissors which are angled to use on both feet and are brilliant I still use them. No nail varnish no jewellery allowed just get your feet looked at nails trimmed etc.
I recommend you get big nickers (seriously) and elastic waist trousers or skirts you will be grateful for them after the operation. Don't even think about jeans etc.
Maybe get your toe nails trimmed again before operation. I hope everything goes well for you.

Looking for recommendations for leggings.. material, sizing, comfort etc...
Many thanks❤️☘️

Sorry. Beigecardigan had already said that. Oh dear, I do hate it when that happens. I thought I had read the thread.

Good idea to get on the podiatrist's books. Make two or three appointments in advance to ensure you can get in when you want to.

Oh sorry. You say you don't want nail varnish. All the best for the op!

I think you are supposed to remove nail varnish before an operation (I read it Gransnet once). It would be a shame to spend money on a nice pedicure and then have to take it all off again.

So check this with your doctor. Maybe treat yourself afterwards?

Gosh. Both! My habitually 'careful' self nearly combusted at the potential extravagance!! However, all this thrift has led to the availability of funds I just have to overcome myself!

Wouldn’t it be lovely if Podiatrists offered both? The business bit, followed by a relaxing foot and ankle massage, maybe a hot wax foot bath then moisturising and a pop of polish.
<sigh>

I’d go for both.