[senior citizen]

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[THE NEWCOMER]

The doctor told me that "I would know when its time to get a new knee". I thought that statement was the dumbest thing I every here. I came back to him two years later and said I'm ready for a you new knee. He look at me and said "I'm surprise you lasted this long". The doctor informed me that he didn't do total knee replacements that his associated did. I ask him was he any good and he state that he was "OK". I change doctors because I didn't want an "OK" doctor doing my knee replacements. I wanted the best of the best to do my knee replacements. I could no longer wait in lines at the grocery store. Walking across the parking lot was a challenge. Medicine was just taking the edge off but not removing the pain. You no longer have to wait until a certain age like my father did. Its about "quality of life" and the younger you are the better. You heal faster and the longer you wait the more damage you do to your joint. Depending on the damage to the joint determines the surgery that you need. Nothing is as good as the original BUT if you need a NEW knee "JUST DO IT"! I had the first knee done and couldn't wait for the second one. Personally I recommend one knee at a time. My doctor won't do two knees at a time because of the therapy that required. I got my life back!

[patfla06]

Barefoot - wishing you a speedy recovery!

[Schaumburger]

Barefoot, Here's another wish for a speedy recovery for you, and may you be able to dance at the squares and play golf when you return to TV.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by patfla06

Barefoot - wishing you a speedy recovery!

Thanks Pat. The pain from Surgery and from doing Exercises is the most pain I've ever experienced. But I know I have to take my Meds, do my exercises, grit my teeth, and hang in there. I do worry about taking such strong narcotics, but I know it's temporary. Also, icing helps a lot. I've been told that a successful outcome is 90% dependent on participation in Physio, so I'm motivated.

On a more positive note, working through the pain is worth it. Every day there is a bit more flexibility in the knee, and a bit less pain. For me, it's been 9 days since surgery, and i was walking today with just a cane. Thanks for your good wishes.

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by RichardC
...I was used to golf, tennis and travel and I couldn't do any of them. Now I do it all....

You think you could do things like softball, maybe low intensity basketball? Or is that asking too much?

This is a repeat of a question I asked a while back, but KRS is becoming a more serious consideration for me now. So I'd really appreciate some input...

I cannot run much at all right now. With successful KRS, would I at least be able to run a bit, like maybe to first base, or to chase a fly ball, or for low-intensity basketball. Believe me...I'm not talking about intensive, high level competition here. Just enough to enjoy the sports I've played my whole life.

Anybody have any experience (or even opinions) to share.

[wmkhut]

I had partial Knee replacement on both knees at the same time in 2003 Dr Amundry of the Florida Knee and Orthopedic Center in Clearwater did mine I walked out on a walker the next day, the only thpy. I did was walk after 3 weeks i began swimming. I have been almost pain free since. My knees were bone on bone, I was in constant pain, my legs were bow-legged. My legs a perfectly straight now, Everyone does not Qualify for partial knee replacement But if you do it is the way to go as faras i am concerned. I was 52 when i had it done. Bill

[rodie]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

This is a repeat of a question I asked a while back, but KRS is becoming a more serious consideration for me now. So I'd really appreciate some input...

I cannot run much at all right now. With successful KRS, would I at least be able to run a bit, like maybe to first base, or to chase a fly ball, or for low-intensity basketball. Believe me...I'm not talking about intensive, high level competition here. Just enough to enjoy the sports I've played my whole life.

Anybody have any experience (or even opinions) to share.

Polar bear

I too am facing total knee replacement and wondering if I will be able to do lite sports. I am to have mine done 1/27 with Dr. Duke. Would love to stay in touch with you. And hear from others as to their activity in sports after operation.

[rosygail]

I injured my knee at the age of 14! Waited until I was 55 to replace it. I should have done it 25 years ago. Had the surgery on 10-15-11. In hospital 3 days. Pain level was very tolerable with meds. Used meds about 5 weeks. Had 7 weeks of therapy and went on a cruise December 26th.
Was ballroom dancing in 8 weeks. I had mine done in Indiana by a highly recommended doctor who does many knee replacements every week. Be sure to get a doc with lots of experience with knees!

[Barefoot]

My TNR was four months ago. Now I'm golfing and bicycling. Orth Surgeon says no running but doubles tennis is OK. Other activities are all allowed.

I find if I sit for a long period of time (movie), my knee gets a bit stiff and sore, and I need to take a few minutes to stretch it out. If I overdo the exercise and work my knee too hard, sometimes it puffs up a bit and needs to be iced.

Despite my original whining about the pain after surgery, it was worth it, and I'm glad I had it done!

[babbs455]

About 30 years ago I was in a head on car crash, my knees went through the dashboard, my mouth broke the steering wheel in which broke my jaw in 3 places. I had severe whip lash with neck and back injuries. the years have become harder and harder to deal with because of the constant pain. Went to ortho 2 years ago, he says I need knee replacement in the left knee for sure, there is arthur setting in and I am bone on bone....same with jaw ..he claims I am too young yet to have replacement..56 this dec. so, he gave me cortizone shots which did nearly nothing. I have been on crutches, used canes, knee braces, there are some days I would not get up as the pain was so bad. My knee would give out and I get shooting pain as if ice picks were stabbing me. On the scale of 1 to 10 (((( I was a 15 for sure on my bad days.
I went to a lecture halloween night at the green apple heath food store and let me tell you..that lecture changed my life. The topic was curcumin for pain and inflammation. I being a total skeptic sat through the lecture of about an hour. Decided to give it a whirl. I have been taking 2 a day on in the am one in the pm some times I would take 3 on a bad day. Two weeks to the day, I am now walking about 2 miles every other day and actually felt like I could run again...so I tried it. I am now pain free in my knees, sure I still have the problem with my knees, still nee replacement however the pain level is at a quiet 2 on a bad day..highly acceptable for me. I am a firm believer in this supplement it WORKS!!! Some people have instant results some take a bit longer like me 2 weeks to the day. I encourage you to read up on all the supplement in the Terry's Natural line at the health food store. If you are suffering with pain it is usually due to inflammation..get rid of the inflammation get rid of pain...I am in no way affiliated with Terry's naturally but I am a firm believer in this supplement as it has given me a few more years pain free until I am ready for knee replacement. Hope it helps you as well...now go GOOGLE curamin extra strength!!!
happy healing
barbara

[maureenod]

Curcummin is a spice that is in curry powder. I have been taking it for 4 years. It is well know for inflammation. I buy the 1 pound organic from Frontier Coop and put it in capsules. In India it is a staple in their recipes and they have the lowest arthritis and alzimmers rate for over 65 in the world. It is a very inexpensive spice so do not pay for expensive supplements. Be sure to get the best quality and organic.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by babbs455

About 30 years ago I was in a head on car crash, my knees went through the dashboard, my mouth broke the steering wheel in which broke my jaw in 3 places. I had severe whip lash with neck and back injuries. the years have become harder and harder to deal with because of the constant pain. Went to ortho 2 years ago, he says I need knee replacement in the left knee for sure, there is arthur setting in and I am bone on bone....same with jaw ..he claims I am too young yet to have replacement..56 this dec. so, he gave me cortizone shots which did nearly nothing. I have been on crutches, used canes, knee braces, there are some days I would not get up as the pain was so bad. My knee would give out and I get shooting pain as if ice picks were stabbing me. On the scale of 1 to 10 (((( I was a 15 for sure on my bad days.
I went to a lecture halloween night at the green apple heath food store and let me tell you..that lecture changed my life. The topic was curcumin for pain and inflammation. I being a total skeptic sat through the lecture of about an hour. Decided to give it a whirl. I have been taking 2 a day on in the am one in the pm some times I would take 3 on a bad day. Two weeks to the day, I am now walking about 2 miles every other day and actually felt like I could run again...so I tried it. I am now pain free in my knees, sure I still have the problem with my knees, still nee replacement however the pain level is at a quiet 2 on a bad day..highly acceptable for me. I am a firm believer in this supplement it WORKS!!! Some people have instant results some take a bit longer like me 2 weeks to the day. I encourage you to read up on all the supplement in the Terry's Natural line at the health food store. If you are suffering with pain it is usually due to inflammation..get rid of the inflammation get rid of pain...I am in no way affiliated with Terry's naturally but I am a firm believer in this supplement as it has given me a few more years pain free until I am ready for knee replacement. Hope it helps you as well...now go GOOGLE curamin extra strength!!! happy healing barbara

This post is amazing. Thanks Barbara. I've googled and read a lot of information on the 'net. Side effects with Curcumin don't seem to be a problem, so for me, it's certainly worth a try!

[babbs455]

the spice is entirely different than the supplements..not the same...the supplements stay longer in your system...

[maureenod]

Not so say Dr Oz. The real name for the spice is Tumeric. The supplements are loaded with things that are actually harmful like magnesium sulfate. If you want a supplement go to Dr Mercola web site. He sells the best.