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Yes I thought that my hips and other knee are achy too!:skeptical:

Thanks Jaycey it helps so much having this place just writing down my fears and problems helps.
 
Natalie....my poor friend. My heart goes out to you so much. I just want to SHAKE these doctors you are seeing until I can get them to a point where they can help you.
 
Me too Jamie!!!

I am already starting to think of the ways they will try to palm me off,offering me a knee brace,back to PT give it more time the list goes on!

I always go to mush when I get into the appointment and I let them blind me with science well not this time I should not be in so much pain and have such lack of mobility a year after TKR surely?
Do you think the doc will listen to my every problem?I always feel like they are in a rush!
 
That's weird! You mean the leg with the TKR bends towards the 'good' leg?

But hoorah for your dad being so observant and caring. Bless his cotton socks!
 
Yes Jo that's what he said I tried to walk towards the mirror and look but I just ended up laughing!
I'll have to walk down the corridor to show the hospital next week.
 
Nat...so sorry you are having problems. Sure hope the docs LISTEN!!! Why don't they give them lessons in med school.
 
NatalieMeadows said:
I always go to mush when I get into the appointment and I let them blind me with science well not this time I should not be in so much pain and have such lack of mobility a year after TKR surely?
Do you think the doc will listen to my every problem? I always feel like they are in a rush!
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Natalie - please do not think any consultant is above you. Having worked with many I know some like to make you feel inferior. But you are the patient and have a complete right to the time and care!

From what I have seen you always have to wait for your appointments. Of course they will try and rush you as they want to try and catch up. But DON'T let them. You have your consultation time.

Yes they should listen to your every problem. If they are not giving you the answers you need feel free to ask to see someone else who has the answers (immediately of course - heaven knows you are not making a second trip). Tell them you will sit where you are until they get someone who can give you the information you need. :hissyfit:

I found making a list of the questions/symptoms helps. I take the list with me and if I feel the least bit rushed I just stick to the list. I write down the answers during consultation as well. Yes it takes time - but it's my time.

Hang tough Natalie! You can do it!
 
Thanks Jaycey that's made me feel a lot more confident about this appointment I hate getting there and letting him rush me in and out in 5 minutes with yet another excuse I have been putting up with it for 8 years now!
 
I did my PT and pedals as usual today and my knee is clicking every rotation I do on the pedals now just like it used to when pre TKR it's very strange!
 
Nat:
I hear you. I am sick and tired of being blown off by docs, and I AM one!
It has taken over a year to get to people who will listen to me and do some testing to find out why I hurt. The Pain guy is convinced that the knee nonsense is due to my gait and back, and it seems like he is determined to figure it out. I'm glad to find someone who likes a challenge.
I hope you keep going until you get answers. Never,Never,Never give up.
Thinking of you xo
sandy
 
Natalie,

I'm sorry you're in so much pain. If this doctor can't help you, do go back to the SC specialists. I hope your kids are in school, so you get a little break. The doctors need to come up with more effective pain management for you.
 
Hi Rebecca,

Yes that will definetly be my next plan of action if the appointment this week doesn't go well this week.
The kids are in the school until Thursday then 6 weeks of!!!!
 
So 2 days to go and it really can't come soon enough I am so scared it's untrue,scared of there being absolutley nothing he can do and scared that there may be something he can do :(
 
Aw Natalie, your BoneSmart buddies will be with you in spirit! One day at a time. Have your list of question to hand and don't take no for an answer!
 
Thankyou xxxx

I have read them over and over again and keep thinking about what I'm going to say it's stupid an appointment makes me feel so on edge!

I haven't even been able to do my PT today because of pain,it's a burning pain when I do repetitions of the exercises.
 
Aw - a proud Mum! Enjoy the moment!
 
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