Good extension there!
Bilateral TKR The Historian - recovery diary
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Good extension there!
Pleinair5
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Hi Historian-----there are some of us out there----I had been off the heavy duty stuff since 2 1/2 weeks after the surgery. Still took celebrex for another week, and now once in a while just take an aleve, 5 weeks post surgery. I have always thought I had a pretty fair pain tolerance but I would not want to speak too soon as someday may need to go through this again and don't want my statement to come back and bite me....<g>
My flexion is not quite a good as yours (120-125 depending on whether the PT or the OS is measuring, and maybe depending on the day) but I have been out hiking and made it to 3/4 of a mile today......
Now on getting up from the tent floor, can't help you there. It would be a struggle for me if I could even do it at all.......
rubysue
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United StatesSo nicely stated, Judy! I like how you said the things that were on my mind, but with great humor, tact and empathy.
Historian - I am glad that you have had a truly "3-sigma" recovery (outside the statistical norm). I feel like my recoveries were also exceptional, although my ROM is merely average. There is nothing "wrong" with your rapid recovery and high tolerance to pain; do realize, however, that there is also nothing wrong with folks who do feel a lot of pain after this major surgery. Everyone recovers differently and at different rates.
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Originally Posted by TheHistorian https://bonesmart.org/forum/showthread.php?p=312161#post312161
I hope I didn't come across as gloating.... I'm genuinely bewildered.
I didn't say you were gloating
----I just said not to gloat. And why do I doubt that you are ever bewildered?
Oh, and BTW, are we ever going to get to see you without the beard? Although I like it.
I hope I didn't come across as gloating.... I'm genuinely bewildered.
I didn't say you were gloating
----I just said not to gloat. And why do I doubt that you are ever bewildered? Oh, and BTW, are we ever going to get to see you without the beard? Although I like it.
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If I recall correctly, when I last camped I made a big pile with the bedding and sleeping pad and sort of pushed myself backward with my arms while straightening the knees. But my quads were in much better shape then.....
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TheHistorian
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Oh, I understand that. But I don't normally think of myself as "3-sigma" - even for the 150 pound weight loss - so I'm bewildered. Aside from the Tramodol Troll I described, I'm not one to criticize others for whatever they face in recovery. Unless they do it to me first. :hysterical:
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TheHistorian
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Just back from a 34 mile ride in NJ, in 2007. I'm not only clean shaven but at my low weight of 242 pounds:
Somewhat less sweaty....
Wow, I definately like the clean shaven version better. Handsome regardless, but it shows better not hidden behind the beard! You have nice eyes, which stand out more without the beard. But I know how you guys get attached (pun intended) to your facial hair! 
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TheHistorian
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Wow, I definately like the clean shaven version better. Handsome regardless, but it shows better not hidden behind the beard! You have nice eyes, which stand out more without the beard. But I know how you guys get attached (pun intended) to your facial hair!
Well, shaving is a chore, especially if you cut yourself often. And now that I'm on Coumadin for an extended period I'm concerned about cutting myself.
My eyes look better now that I've ditched the "fat man frames" and gotten a pair that better fit my face. Now to get my face thinner.... which will happen as I grow thinner.
That's a valid reason. You do have nice eyes regardless!
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I think the ladies will like your look with or without the beard. Your choice! I like the new specs--they do make you look younger (which is usually good). Have a great day.
Pleinair5
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Nice Photos---you look good with or without the beard.
How long are you scheduled to take the coumadin?
How long are you scheduled to take the coumadin?
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TheHistorian
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Usual recommendation for a PE is six months. That would mean I'm on this cursed drug until August.
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TheHistorian
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I cancelled PT again due to stomach problems. I can't tell if it's a bug, something I'm eating, or the Coumadin. The blood thinner is the only drug I'm on at the moment, and I always take it with food.
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TheHistorian
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Just looking back at the "other forum" tracking my progress:
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/803341-Goood-thoughts-for-Neil_B
Here are my first comments in texts and on Facebook following surgery:
"I made it. Details later."
The next morning:
"I am experiencing new levels of pain."
Over the next couple of days:
"Surgery went longer than expected. I will be spending an extra couple of days here before rehab. Biggest complication is nerve damage in my right leg. "
"I'm not able to eat. I never thought I'd write those words."
"Small world department.... my nurse yesterday is the girlfriend of the wheelbuilder at my bike shop. Strange...... how do you handle a conversation about bikes with a man whose girlfriend saw me naked and rubbed antibacterial lotion on my butt?"
"Yes, I am in CPM machines, and they are boring."
"No, the yellow socks the hospital gave me aren't my choice of color. It's part of the official kit for the Worksman Cycling Team. I'm going to be racing 50 pound industrial bikes..."
"My doctor stopped by. I said I was fine because I could get morphine by pushing a button. Then I pushed the button. I was reminded of a M*A*S*H episode for some reason."
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/803341-Goood-thoughts-for-Neil_B
Here are my first comments in texts and on Facebook following surgery:
"I made it. Details later."
The next morning:
"I am experiencing new levels of pain."
Over the next couple of days:
"Surgery went longer than expected. I will be spending an extra couple of days here before rehab. Biggest complication is nerve damage in my right leg. "
"I'm not able to eat. I never thought I'd write those words."
"Small world department.... my nurse yesterday is the girlfriend of the wheelbuilder at my bike shop. Strange...... how do you handle a conversation about bikes with a man whose girlfriend saw me naked and rubbed antibacterial lotion on my butt?"
"Yes, I am in CPM machines, and they are boring."
"No, the yellow socks the hospital gave me aren't my choice of color. It's part of the official kit for the Worksman Cycling Team. I'm going to be racing 50 pound industrial bikes..."
"My doctor stopped by. I said I was fine because I could get morphine by pushing a button. Then I pushed the button. I was reminded of a M*A*S*H episode for some reason."
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TheHistorian
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New signature line!
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Saw it right off the bat and got a great chuckle! So like you - and truly not just another pretty face :hysterical:
BTW, FYI If you want to tag Josephine--do the following: type Josephine (then right after her name a semi-colon). When you save your post the semi-colon becomes a colon and the whole thing turns blue.
BTW, FYI If you want to tag Josephine--do the following: type Josephine (then right after her name a semi-colon). When you save your post the semi-colon becomes a colon and the whole thing turns blue.
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Former BoneSmart staff member
No, Jo, I'm definitely not a mod on another forum---this is the only forum I've ever been on. I only pick and spend time on the best! :wink1:
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