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I'm in your camp Sonja! Laughter Is the best medicine! 
Revision TKR Story of My Knees by RestAssured: Pt 3
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Well then, we will have a great time on our skii lodge vacation! By the way, if you think of any details that I have missed, be sure to chime in! BJ will be so grateful! 
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Sonja,
I wanted to let you know that the knee that I ended up getting was a BioMet Hinged Knee. From my understanding my OS has worked with them for years and was on the team that helped developed the computerized arm that is used. I haven't learned a lot about the hinged knee except that it is used for complex knee replacements. I guess I need to sit down and studying up on it so I know what the difference is. I've heard that the hinged knee is better and will last longer and I've also heard just the opposite about the hinged knee.
On a side note looks like your month long ski trip/vacation is shaping up, I haven't seen much or heard much from BJ your bff, but I guess she's awful busy putting this whole thing together since there's going to be a 100+ people going. I thought I seen where the top ten of her friends (I think she called them BFF) are getting picked up in her private jet and the rest of everybody's flying first class which isn't bad at all. I've also noticed that it's been all ladies that have been invited mmm must be some kind if ladies month out. I'm wondering what us men are supposed to do without our wives for a whole month. Anyway I'll get off of that subject, now I would really like pictures of the snowmobile that BJ is getting for you it sounds like a one of a kind. I can see BJ having it special built for you since money is no object for her, what kind of four wheel drive is she getting for you? Anyway I hope your having a great day and by the way when is this get a way?
I wanted to let you know that the knee that I ended up getting was a BioMet Hinged Knee. From my understanding my OS has worked with them for years and was on the team that helped developed the computerized arm that is used. I haven't learned a lot about the hinged knee except that it is used for complex knee replacements. I guess I need to sit down and studying up on it so I know what the difference is. I've heard that the hinged knee is better and will last longer and I've also heard just the opposite about the hinged knee.
On a side note looks like your month long ski trip/vacation is shaping up, I haven't seen much or heard much from BJ your bff, but I guess she's awful busy putting this whole thing together since there's going to be a 100+ people going. I thought I seen where the top ten of her friends (I think she called them BFF) are getting picked up in her private jet and the rest of everybody's flying first class which isn't bad at all. I've also noticed that it's been all ladies that have been invited mmm must be some kind if ladies month out. I'm wondering what us men are supposed to do without our wives for a whole month. Anyway I'll get off of that subject, now I would really like pictures of the snowmobile that BJ is getting for you it sounds like a one of a kind. I can see BJ having it special built for you since money is no object for her, what kind of four wheel drive is she getting for you? Anyway I hope your having a great day and by the way when is this get a way?
RestAssured
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Hello, "ok is my microphone on?". I have some very exciting news and I think everyone may hear me scream! 
No, did not win lottery; something much better!
I did my usual treadmill time up until 15 minutes and Katie told me that another lady needed it. I have been doing 20 at 3 mph! Anyway, Katie said "we need more cardio" so I have an idea! We went out to the bike which I haven't used since before surgery! Anyway, I had no problems getting my heart rate up by making those pedals fly!
My problem still rests in the side of the knee but today it tingled after the muscle stimulation! First time I have actually felt it! I am one happy camper with the progress I have made!
God has been so good to me!
No, did not win lottery; something much better!
I did my usual treadmill time up until 15 minutes and Katie told me that another lady needed it. I have been doing 20 at 3 mph! Anyway, Katie said "we need more cardio" so I have an idea! We went out to the bike which I haven't used since before surgery! Anyway, I had no problems getting my heart rate up by making those pedals fly!
My problem still rests in the side of the knee but today it tingled after the muscle stimulation! First time I have actually felt it! I am one happy camper with the progress I have made!
God has been so good to me!
RestAssured
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By the way BJ and I discussed it, and since she is doing all the work up there, I am going to hold a celebrity luncheon to drum up the money! More details to follow.......
Debbie_joints
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Hello, "ok is my microphone on?". I have some very exciting news and I think everyone may hear me scream!
No, did not win lottery; something much better!
I did my usual treadmill time up until 15 minutes and Katie told me that another lady needed it. I have been doing 20 at 3 mph! Anyway, Katie said "we need more cardio" so I have an idea! We went out to the bike which I haven't used since before surgery! Anyway, I had no problems getting my heart rate up by making those pedals fly!
My problem still rests in the side of the knee but today it tingled after the muscle stimulation! First time I have actually felt it! I am one happy camper with the progress I have made!
God has been so good to me!
That is great Sonja, glad you could get that heart pumping strong again. How are you doing on your weight loss now? Did having surgery slow it down, or stop it, or even make you gain? I am wondering what will happen to me after losing 70 pounds in 7 months, and now this last month I am just hanging there. But that isn't bad, I am around my goal weight. I would like to lose a few more, but you know, never rich enough, or thin enough.....
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Excellent Sonja! Good going!
Oh by the way could you let Randall know that we are not going to be manless at the ski lodge. We are going to be pampered by the Chippendales right? This may be a deal breaker for me since we are going to need someone to take care of our
KNEE-DS! He was also wondering what the men would do without their wives for a whole month. You can also let him know that they will figure it out once they fall asleep!
Let us know when the luncheon to drum up some money will be and maybe I can get some of the husbands on board to share some of their funds to make their wives happy!
Again stay well and congrats on your progress!
Oh by the way could you let Randall know that we are not going to be manless at the ski lodge. We are going to be pampered by the Chippendales right? This may be a deal breaker for me since we are going to need someone to take care of our
KNEE-DS! He was also wondering what the men would do without their wives for a whole month. You can also let him know that they will figure it out once they fall asleep!
Let us know when the luncheon to drum up some money will be and maybe I can get some of the husbands on board to share some of their funds to make their wives happy!
Again stay well and congrats on your progress!
RestAssured
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Well, I lost a few pounds in the hospital, gained them plus some in rehab, and the last 2 weeks well lost some but not the way I would suggest! So all in all, lost about 5 pounds. I am going to get serious again though, because I am back to feeling great! I will have the EGD on Monday, to find out why I am having all the tummy problems. Zofran is holding it down, but something has revved up my appetite in the last three days so I had better get to the store to get some veggies before I start chewing on the baseboards!That is great Sonja, glad you could get that heart pumping strong again. How are you doing on your weight loss now? Did having surgery slow it down, or stop it, or even make you gain? I am wondering what will happen to me after losing 70 pounds in 7 months, and now this last month I am just hanging there. But that isn't bad, I am around my goal weight. I would like to lose a few more, but you know, never rich enough, or thin enough.....
RestAssured
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Jacky, Randall reads this thread, and wouldn't you know he was the first one to volunteer to give a generous donation to the "Ski Bunnie's" retreat! What a man! I told him just for that I was adding his wife to our list!Excellent Sonja! Good going!
Oh by the way could you let Randall know that we are not going to be manless at the ski lodge. We are going to be pampered by the Chippendales right? This may be a deal breaker for me since we are going to need someone to take care of our
KNEE-DS! He was also wondering what the men would do without their wives for a whole month. You can also let him know that they will figure it out once they fall asleep!
Let us know when the luncheon to drum up some money will be and maybe I can get some of the husbands on board to share some of their funds to make their wives happy!
Again stay well and congrats on your progress!
Of course the Chippendales will be there to keep all the bunnies warm! I have already been contacting some very famous people for our dinner, but after the extra special donation that Randall gave, I don't know if I will have to try very hard!
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I hope all goes well for you on Monday with your EGD test! Now I hope the baseboards don't have lead base paint because we don't need anything else to mess up your system!
So get the veggies and we'll hang tight until you give us some good news!
So get the veggies and we'll hang tight until you give us some good news!
RestAssured
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Hello Everyone, 
Remember the "Hokey Pokey" song? You put your right foot in, you take your foot out, you put your right foot in and you shake it all about! You do the Hokey Pokey and you turn yourself around, that's what's it's all about!
I learned this song in first grade but still remember it!
Well, I have been shaking my right foot today and knee to try and get the darned kneecap to stay in place! So frustrating!
Message to inside of knee muscle, the rest of me is making tremendous progress! It's time for you to get on board!!!
Remember the "Hokey Pokey" song? You put your right foot in, you take your foot out, you put your right foot in and you shake it all about! You do the Hokey Pokey and you turn yourself around, that's what's it's all about!
I learned this song in first grade but still remember it!
Well, I have been shaking my right foot today and knee to try and get the darned kneecap to stay in place! So frustrating!
Message to inside of knee muscle, the rest of me is making tremendous progress! It's time for you to get on board!!!
RestAssured
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Well well well... I am beginning to think that if I don't get better soon, I am going to scream! Pat and I took a 45 minute drive each way and the danged knee rebelled! Tomorrow, we are supposed to get out of town (a2 1/2 trip). And Monday I travel 2 1/2 hours to my EGD appointment! All the kneecap feels like doing is sliding to the outside of the knee! I am getting more and more agitated with it! In less than two weeks, I am supposed to travel w my hubby to Wyoming,a 14 hour trip we will break into two days! At this rate, my knee can't do seven let alone two! 
All the kneecap feels like doing is sliding to the outside of the knee! I am getting more and more agitated with it! In less than two weeks, I am supposed to travel w my hubby to Wyoming,a 14 hour trip we will break into two days! At this rate, my knee can't do seven let alone two! 
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Dear Kneecap: you are taking an awfy big chance, here. It's Sonja you're messing with! Shape up.
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Kayekaye, I am getting my Master's in Conflict Resolution and Reconcilation. I have my mediator's certificate, and by the end I will also be certified in Divorce Mediation. I am not sure what direction I will go, I am going to leave it up to God to open the door for me. (as you know, and all other Bone Smarties for that matter) I AM very shy 
So it might be difficult for me to find a job. I am proud though, I have a 98.25 average this semester, and am maintaining an A average overall!
So it might be difficult for me to find a job. I am proud though, I have a 98.25 average this semester, and am maintaining an A average overall! 
I marvel at that with everything else you're dealing with. hats off!I am proud though, I have a 98.25 average this semester, and am maintaining an A average overall!
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Thanks Kneeper! I love the courses I am taking and hope to make a difference in other people"s lives with the knowledge I am gaining!
Josephine
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About that stitch - these dissolvable sutures are designed to dissolve when inside the tissue and therefore immersed in tissue fluid. Then the phagocyte blood cells that consume bugs, debris and other foreign materials absorb and digest the fabric (which is made of fruit juices, btw) and they get broken down and removed. However, if a stitch gets exposed to the air, then not only does it harden and resist this process, it's not exposed to the tissue fluid anyway. Therefore the 'dissolving' process cannot take place.
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Well Randi..... I have given it a "very stern talking to" but it is ornery! I wish my knee were more laid back and peaceful like the rest of me, and then I would"t have all these problems!
Signed "The Shy One"
Signed "The Shy One"
