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    2 questions...

    Is a chair height bathroom toilet tall enough at home post surgery, or is a toilet frame or elevated seat necessary? I'm wondering how do you find out before surgery if you have an allergy to any of the metal components? I've seen some posts regarding metal allergies.
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    2018 November Nimbles - Are you having knee surgery in November?

    I'm having a LTKR on November 5th. In reading previous posts about nickel allergy concerns, I'm wondering how do you find out before surgery if you have an allergy to any of the metal components?
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    Now or Later?

    My surgery is scheduled for Nov. 5th. The surgery will not be done locally but in a location 2 hours away. My surgeon will be the one who performed double TKRs on my brother and sister-in-law several years ago. He uses robotic arm technology, which is not offered in my area. I haven't been very...
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    Now or Later?

    Thank you all so much for taking the time to share your experiences and wisdom gained from those experiences. I have been surprised at how emotional this decision has been for me, and I think that's played a large part in my struggle. After reading these responses and talking with my family...
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    Now or Later?

    I'm currently struggling with whether or not to proceed with a November scheduled TKR. I've known for years that I had some arthritis in my knees and have had minor pain/swelling very infrequently, nothing that really limited my activity for any length of time. But beginning in April 2018, I...
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