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Anterior approach surgeons in Seattle.
Dear John, I noticed your reference to being an Engineer and "getting things perfect". The choice of procedure aside, an important factor today is the incorporation of Computer Navigation and Robotic Assist during the critical implant placement phase of the operation. All the posted Post Op...- TEXAS JACK
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Got my bill what do you think?
Who says over 65 is such a bad thing or medical care for the "elderly" in the USA isn't any good! I'm 69, have Medicare and an Advantage Plan supplement. My monthly health insurance premium is $98 total which is taken automatically from my generous Social Security check. I worked all my life...- TEXAS JACK
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- Forum: Hip Surgery Recovery Area
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Anterior approach surgeons in Seattle.
Dear John The 2 incision may be the Anterior Lateral Approch. A bit more intrusive with more tissue and muscle cut than the Direct Anterior Approch ( DAA), but still superior to the Posterior( my opinion) . There are many techniques billed as Minimumly Invasive ,but there are definite...- TEXAS JACK
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DAA THR questions.
Dear John, Your doing the absolute best things you can Pre Op. Regardless of procedure, the speed of your recovery is governed to a great extent by your general physical condition and how deteriorated the rest of your body has become while you suffered and waited around to get the new hip. Many...- TEXAS JACK
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DAA THR questions.
Dear Seattle, I'm a veteran of DAA with a complete new right hip vintage January 2011. My results were absolutely amazing......out of bed the same day, walked out of the hospital in 2 days, no restrictions or mandated PT, never had a crutch or walker, took my sailboat out at 3 weeks, etc. I...- TEXAS JACK
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Direct Anterior Approach v. Posterior
Dear Pomperson, Great to hear you were able to finally get the combination of Procedure, Doctor and Insurance Coverage you were seeking. It's also very gratifying to read the recent Posts and find that the DAA is becoming more widely available. I'm now 5+ months Post Op and except for the...- TEXAS JACK
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Too Much Deterioration For DAA?
Dear Pomperson, Sorry to hear about your complications in finding the correct Doctor. When researching the DAA I found that not everyone is a suitable candidate for the procedure, generally because of other prior existing conditions. Each OSS will want to make their own evaluation and...- TEXAS JACK
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Having total hip arthroplasty at 40
Dear Denise, Glad you found the BoneSmart site. My THR experience is from the dark side of 50....the very dark side, I'm 69. Mine was a result of rapid onset cartilige loss from OA. I was fortunate not to have gone through years of pain. When it hit me it pretty well stole the best parts of my...- TEXAS JACK
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12 Week Update
Dear Fish Bob, Keep up the good journey, but take it easy on the loading dock. We both know it's very easy to over do it. You wouldn't want to be unable to carry your stringer back from the boat. Be Well Jack- TEXAS JACK
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Off to see the wizard
Dear Dawnfair, Remember, your not in Kansas anymore, but in the hands of skilled Professionals who get paid large sums of money to do everything possible to get you well and back into the world. As I recall, Dorothys' victory and happy ending were a result of her faith and courage . You'll do...- TEXAS JACK
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12 Weeks Post Op and all at Sea
Dear Renate, It's gratifying to know that my recovery tale has helped you in reinforcing a positive mind set and attitude about your upcoming THR. It's my belief that a cautiously optimistic attitude contributes significantly to a smoother recovery. I'll say again that each patient and each...- TEXAS JACK
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12 Weeks Post Op and all at Sea
Thanks to the marvels of satelite communication I'm making this Post from approximately 900 miles off the East Coast of the USA in mid Atlantic on board the MV Noordam on a course to the Azores. That about sums up the state of my recovery and the results of my THR Direct Anterior Approch done on...- TEXAS JACK
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Julie's Back Home !!
Dear Julie, Glad to hear you are coming along so smoothly. Everythimg you have mentioned so far is all part of the normal drill. You'll notice more and more improvement as the weeks go on.....even on a day to day basis. Lessening fatigue, decreaseing discomfort in the leg and around the...- TEXAS JACK
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What Does A Hip Replacement Cost?
Dear RHYDEN, I had Right THR done with the Direct Anterior Approch on 1/31/11 at major hospital in Houston. Total cost from first diagnosis through the Operation and all Post Op follow ups etc. had a List Price MSRP of $ 68762. The amount actually paid out and accepted by the Doctor, Hospital...- TEXAS JACK
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Ever had BoneSmart time out on you?
Re: Timed Out Absolutely.......I Typically write long long posts and am not an accomplished typist. After finishing and pushing the "post quick reply" button I sometimes get an error message that I am not signed in even though the top of the page still shows the"welcome" message with my...- TEXAS JACK
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12 Week Update
Dear Bob, Glad to hear your have gotten it all back. Counting on you to keep the Florida fish population under control. Don't need another eco disaster on top of global warming. Things are great at this end....leaving for Europe shortly. Will report on fishing conditions in Spain when I...- TEXAS JACK
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Direct Anterior Approach v. Posterior
Dear Pomperson, As stated before, I had my DAA done by Dr. K here in Houston at Memorial City Hospital on 1/31/11. I can only give the highest praise to the combination of DAA, Dr. K and the orthopedic surgery center at Memorial City. Somewhere in the back pages of the PreOp Forum you can...- TEXAS JACK
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Honey I'm home.
Dear Nadine, Been wondering where you had got to. So glad to hear you came through without any problems. Dan left out part of the BoneSmart mantra....Patience. Keep us posted on your progress. I'm sure you'll come along quickly and completely. Be Well Jack- TEXAS JACK
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Conflicting info on surgical appoaches - help!
Dear Gingko, Thanks for the info from Dr. Toma. He is always recommended when the subject of DAA comes up. The addition of Computer Navigation is a great combination.Just out of curiosity, over what period of time did he do the 1200 DAAs? Is he suggesting to wait for the all ceramic because...- TEXAS JACK
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Direct Anterior Approach v. Posterior
Re: Direct Anterior Approach v. Posterior - Las Vegas/ S. California Dear Pomperson, Welcome to BoneSmart. I think you you will find a lot of info and experience here to help with your decision. Congratulations on having already done a lot of your homework. Up front I'll state that I am a...- TEXAS JACK
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