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In reply to the discussion: I have a date with a surgeon... [View all]csziggy
(34,115 posts)30. Are you getting full joint replacement or joint resurfacing?
Either way, I hope it all goes well with no complications. The only complaint I've heard from anyone whose been through it with a competent surgeon is from a 70+ year old farmer who complained he can no longer kneel to work on his tractors. Heck, I haven't been able to kneel for four years with my knees!
What are they giving you for a schedule for hospital stay and rehab time?
Sending good vibes and will be for the next month so you can build up a HUGE store of good energy!
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Oh my! Best of luck with your surgery. BTW, the first thing I thought was...
madinmaryland
Jan 2012
#50
co-worker had knee replacement and it went great. Came back walking like normal
Liberal_in_LA
Feb 2012
#71