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Just checking back in for an update. My surgery was 3 1/2 weeks ago and I continue to do really well. I am incredibly relieved, as I am... -
benne68 reacted to Layla's post in the thread TKR Almost Two Years Post Op and Still Struggling and Searching for Answers with
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Hi Readabook, We haven't heard from you for several weeks. How are things going for you...we'd love to know? Hope to hear from you soon... -
Thank you @Layla! All going well, although the dry hot weather has persisted - cooled very slightly, and although there has been some...
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benne68 reacted to Legseleven's post in the thread Revised PKR to TKR On the other side - AGAIN! with
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In the wide awake club again, this happens to me anyway each week at some point regardless of knee ops or not. It is not a concern, just... -
benne68 replied to the thread TKR TKR concerns.These are ridiculous statements. He is just trying to scare you into compliance. From what you've reported, these therapists have...
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benne68 replied to the thread TKR Left TKR with intra operative fracture.Oh no, @safi! I've broken both my pinky toes (at different times) and it is incredibly painful. Sorry you have to deal with that on...
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Thank you @Jockette ! I will read that shortly. I forgot to say I also have a follow up with OS in 3 months and he thought my...
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benne68 replied to the thread TKR TKR concerns.Do not let the therapist bend or straighten your leg for you with his hands or with any type of equipment. If the therapist is...
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benne68 replied to the thread Hip Infection* Antibiotic hip spacer.How are you doing, @Justine15? I hope the pain is under control and that you are managing with your son away at college. Thinking...
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Although Duloxetene is a type of antidepressant- it does have some evidence for use in chronic pain. I would consider trying it to see...
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benne68 replied to the thread THR Now my other side hurts..Good for you. What's important -- as you know -- is walking. My surgeon is a big advocate of this and, like yours, doesn't think PT is...
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benne68 replied to the thread TKR TKR concerns.I know I've given you a lot to read, but you might find this article helpful background in deciding to cancel your physical therapy...
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benne68 replied to the thread TKR TKR concerns.Welcome to BoneSmart, @emmakk ! I'm so glad you found us early in your recovery. First, let me reassure you that at this very early...