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benne68 replied to the thread TKR TKR Hardware?.Hi @stlTKR63 There are a wide range of types of implants available for TKRs. Gone are the days of the "one size fits all" approach... -
benne68 replied to the thread TKR Missy Jane’s second knee replacement.Great report. If you were able to do so much at 3 months post-op, you will be fine for your cruise!
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Thanks for the encouragement @Layla! Despite this hip being worse than my first one eight years ago, I've actually had a bit less pain...
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benne68 replied to the thread Revised PKR to TKR On the other side - AGAIN!.I'm sorry you had to struggle for two days, but glad you finally were able to get the pain under control. You know the drill: stay...
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Phew, it’s been a rough 48 hours however I’m pleased to report I’m back on track now. Knees more settled; I’ve been out in the car and... -
OH received phone call today for him to be referred to the NNUH - problematic Knee clinic - never heard of this clinic - guess so we can...
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Well, whatever he's doing on the bathroom front was successful! 1 Dulcolax 2x/day, prune juice and Smooth Move tea yesterday. Hope...
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benne68 replied to the thread THR AllNat’s First THR (Righty's Road to Recovery).Hi @AllNat The technical problem has been corrected and the code is now working if you still want to make that purchase. Thanks...
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I was trying to purchase the foam version of the Lounge Doctor (medium, 18"). In April I had purchased the inflatable version from Ames... -
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Thanks for checking in, Layla! My recovery continues to be a smooth one. I do have some aches and pains but not the grinding...
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benne68 replied to the thread Standard Shoulder Replacement Potential Shoulder Replacement Candidate.Great update! I hear you about patience. My surgeon kept telling me "the most important muscle to exercise during recovery is the...
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Week 20 update After a discussion witrh my physical therapists we have mutually agreed that I stop formal physical therapy. Will...
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benne68 replied to the thread THR AllNat’s First THR (Righty's Road to Recovery).I'm so sorry this happened. I just tried it myself and there's clearly something wrong with the link. We will reach out to The...
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benne68 reacted to WFD's post in the thread Amputation Left Above-Knee Amputation, 22 April 2025 with
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Thanks, @Layla . I’m doing well, and still paddling. Leaving in a few days for Columbus, GA, to see my son graduate from Ranger School... -
Thanks, @Layla :blush: He's determined to get better, that's for sure! I'm amazed he hasn't needed more than a few doses of 2 oxy at a...