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    Right Knee Replacement 9-25-17

    I will keep you in my prayers.
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    Today's the day...

    @kelli, we will be here with any questions that you might have. Know that nervousness is normal, and we have all been nervous before our replacements. I will be praying for you.[emoji1317]
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    Revision TKR Story of My Knees by RestAssured: Pt 3

    I am sure Dr. Maale will be "excited" to hear that the revision knee acts like a spring every time I fall. Slipped on wet tile and got a bend of 155, before it "popped" out from underneath me.[emoji15]
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    Knee Infection staph infection on LTKA

    I am so happy you are getting back to living! I am going on an Alaskan cruise in August and am trying to build up my lungs
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    Hip Infection Infection found 8 months postop

    I have blood tests run every 3 months and all have been good for 5 years
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    Extremely anxious

    I had setbacks along the way though. The best thing I could tell you is something I should have done. Slow and steady wins the race
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    Extremely anxious

    Hello again. I have depression and anxiety. Mine stems from an abusive relationship/marriage of 11 years. I did not have more pain than anyone else w the replacements. I was zipping around the house after the 1st week, and started feeling better than I had w my old knee after my left knee...
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    Extremely anxious

    Hello! I was told upfront that I had a 50/50 chance of infection because of all the previous infections I had. I decided that it was worth the risk because I wasn't living anymore. Fast forward 5 years , I don't think about my knees anymore. They feel almost "normal" to me. I was very...
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    Hip Infection Infection found 8 months postop

    @kflee00 We cut down on Bactrim from 2 pills a day to 1. With all the incidents of MRSA I had, we both agreed that 1 a day was ok. My ID doctor has talked about stopping it in the next year.
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    Hip Infection Infection found 8 months postop

    I think the ID doctor Maale works w now is Dr. Allen. Call Maale's office and they will be happy to help you.[emoji4]
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    TKR TKR today. Now post-op

    I have found out that it is crucial to listen to my body. Used to, well still am a "little hard-headed"! LOL. Listen to your knee and it will go a lot easier[emoji4]
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    August Surgery

    Hello, August knee replacement... the hopeful beginning to a better quality of life. Keep in touch w any questions that pop up, and we will do our best to answer them
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    Bonesmart newbie- right tkr - 90 days and counting

    Yes, as Celle said you can find scooters in a lot of places. I find one when possible, not because of my knees anymore but for other health issues. You have a lot on your plate my friend! I will be praying for you![emoji1317]
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    Bonesmart newbie- right tkr - 90 days and counting

    Hello, I was reading your post and thought [emoji189] wow, we have a lot in common 1. Coach? Yep 2. Teach? Yep 3. Early 40's at onset? Yep 4. Bonespurs? 7 were found in my left knee, a couple in my right 5. Injections? Too many All of this is so familiar. I used to teach and coach...
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    Revision TKR Story of My Knees by RestAssured: Pt 3

    Thank you everyone! I have missed all of you and will be coming back to the forum at least 2-3 times a week for now. I am in cognitive therapy, physical therapy, for my MS and am looking forward to getting caught up on everyone's progress![emoji4]
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