willyWonka wrote: So I have been looking through old posts, mostly Texas's posts but I digress. What can I expect going to TJ? My appointment is on a Wednesday... I plan to leave night Friday or Saturday morning? Is that enough time?
I imagine that's enough time. Two to three days is sufficient.
willyWonka wrote: For post op care is the stretcher that Dr. C gives you enough? Do I need to get me own? How do you guys sleep? Texas said get airplane doughnuts in a post before.. should I get the autoexternder sleeve to sleep in? Lastly should I purchase a Hanger before I go?
I got my work done before stretchers were provided (many years ago), and quite frankly, due to my glans-to-shaft proportion, I've never been a great candidate for those devices unfortunately. That said, it's only a plus if you have anything that can elongate your shaft to better massage it. I'm not sure about sleeping with a sleeve, you'll have to ask Dr. C about that but I slept like normal. It's hard to tell yourself "which way to sleep" when we often move in bed while passed out. Again, just like with the sleeve, the
Hanger is something you can ask Dr. C about, but if it were that vital they would have told you to either acquire one, or that they would supply you one. I think you'll be fine if you show up as is.
willyWonka wrote: How do I roll and massage? Are there any tips or tools to get the best shape? I'm ordering hand warmer today since there Is no microwave in the room.
They will actually demonstrate the proper massaging technique and if they are still providing the antibiotic gel, I found that to be incredibly useful. Not only was it safe to apply topically since you'll have open entry points (which can take a day or two to fully heal), but they provide a warm lube-like coat which makes the massaging easy as well. If I recall correctly (and assuming they haven't changed the protocol since), you place your thumbs next to each other on the top of your shaft, starting at the base squeeze squeeze outward, with the same kind of pressure you might use to knead dough. Then you place your thumbs next to each other more mid-shaft and repeat, and so on. Some "wet jelq" action doesn't hurt either. You're biggest goal is to find
problem areas where it appears there is an uneven distribution of product (i.e. clumps), and work to massage those out.
willyWonka wrote: Lastly, how is the wifi? And should I buy a switch? Or should I not take work off an work while I'm there?
Just asking opinions.
I'm pretty sure WiFi and all of that works just fine. I'd take the time to treat it more like vacation. I mean bring your laptop anyways, you never know if there is an urgent work matter, but most people try out local eateries and watch movies while recovering. Good luck!
