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Abnormal EKG
I have to have a stress test because of an abnormal EKG. I am scheduled for my LTKR Feb. 5th. I hope it won't be postponed. I will probably not have my results until 3 days prior to the surgery date. I hate this.- mamabash
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Had a meeting with the Dr. that arranges after surgery plans
I had every intention of coming home after being discharged from the hospital, but she highly suggested going to a short term rehab facility for a week or so. Since I am hoping to get my right knee done shortly after my left, she said it would be better. I am bow-legged from the arthritis. She...- mamabash
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Can't shower until staples are removed?
I am scheduled for a LTKR on Feb. 5th. Reading through the info they sent home with me, I discovered that I am not to shower until my staples are removed at 3 weeks. WHAT? That would be horrible! What can I do to keep it dry and clean while I sneak in the shower? I am going to "Joint Camp" on...- mamabash
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Did anyone call their insurance provider before surgery
to find out what was covered? I had an appointment to sign the papers for surgery today and they gave me a booklet with all the codes for the procedures they are doing so I can call to find out what's covered. I guess I just call the number on the back of the card? I have (obviously) never done...- mamabash
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TENS unit
I have been going to PT, preparing for my TKR in February. Before my exercises, they use a TENS unit on my knees for 15 minutes with moist heat. It feels WONDERFUL! They said I could get one for home, but I don't know where to begin. I don't necessarily need the TENS brand. I know there are a...- mamabash
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Getting my family ready
I am 51 and scheduled to have a TKR in February. My husband owns 2 small business and we have 2 older boys at home. The boys work full time, plus help their dad with his businesses, I take care of our home. That's MY job. Cooking, cleaning, scheduling, etc. It works perfect for us......until...- mamabash
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Well, Wednesday is my appointment a different surgeon
I am a wreck. My knees are so bad that I find myself in tear most days. The OS that I have been seeing refuses to do surgery because of my BMI (47) and my age (50). He said that if I lose 20 pounds, he would CONSIDER it! In the past year, I have lost a total of 3 pounds. In the past, when trying...- mamabash
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Hi, I'm new......and a bit scared
My name is Laurie. I am 50 and was diagnosed with arthritis in my knees at age 32. I live in the Pittsburgh area. I am obese (BMI 47) and in so much pain that I want to cry. I avoid doctors like the plague because the ones I have seen are down right nasty about my weight. Last year, I got up...- mamabash
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