It can be done, but is it worth it...???

Beverly,
There has been some advertisements recently here in Houston about a partial
knee replacement. The next time I'll see the ad, or get more information,
I'll be happy to pass them, if you wish. Never would I encourage anyone to
have surgery of any kind, because I am like you, maybe more so.
Emily

Posted by Pogonip on February 18, 2008, 4:56 pm

BEI Design wrote:

> Actually, my HMO may have solutions to offer which I have

> not even thought of yet. I'm dragging my feet, I really

> don't *want* knee replacement

> surgeries. I just want the pain in my *hip* to go away.

> Beverly

I understand this completely, and I've seen a lot of knees that had
surgery that had to be redone. My DH has two bad knees, and like you,
it can affect his hip. He takes glucosamine sulphate (no condroitin),
and is very selective about his shoes. It's not perfect, but he is
usually pain-free, and has not had nor planned to have surgery.

I notice a problem with my right hip that I can usually get to stop by
changing shoes. I have two pair that work well - Birkinstock Tatami
footbed. I paid a bunch to have Tatami footbeds put in a lot of other
Birks that I already had, but they don't work as well as these two pair.
I'm not sure what I'll do when I finally wear these out.

Only you can make the decision about surgery for your knees. It knocks
you out for quite a while, and so you do have to think and plan.
--
Joanne
stitches @ singerlady.reno.nv.us.earth.milky-way.com
http://members.tripod.com/~bernardschopen/

Posted by Juno on February 18, 2008, 6:27 pm

> I understand this completely, and I've seen a lot of knees that had

> surgery that had to be redone. My DH has two bad knees, and like you,

> it can affect his hip. He takes glucosamine sulphate (no condroitin),

> and is very selective about his shoes. It's not perfect, but he is

> usually pain-free, and has not had nor planned to have surgery.

> I notice a problem with my right hip that I can usually get to stop by

> changing shoes. I have two pair that work well - Birkinstock Tatami

> footbed. I paid a bunch to have Tatami footbeds put in a lot of other

> Birks that I already had, but they don't work as well as these two pair.

> I'm not sure what I'll do when I finally wear these out.

> Only you can make the decision about surgery for your knees. It knocks

> you out for quite a while, and so you do have to think and plan.

Beverly,
I know you are probably spinning by now trying to decided. It is a very
personal decision and fraught with so many concerns. I remember when I
was a student nurse, our OR supervisor started each new group of
students with the same lecture. She always said that no matter what the
surgery, it's always major to the person having it. She also said that
it was the nurse's responsibility to make sure patients were as well
informed as possible. So I think I have to tell you how to become
informed. First of all worry frequently stems from the fear of loss of
control. The way to keep much of the control is by getting as much
information from the surgeon. What does the surgery involve, how many
have you done, what is your success rate, can you put me in touch with
someone you have done, what are my anesthesia options and what method
do you prefer? Who else can I talk to about this, how long will I be
hospitalized, how long is recovery, do you use replacements specific to
womens knees? While in the hospital it is very important for you to take
as much control as possible. If you don't think some one who is caring
for you washed his or her hands before touching you ask them to do so,
you have that right. Before going to the hospital get as much rest as
possible for the day or so preceding admission so that you are not
exhausted. If you think you need medication for the night before, ask
your doctor for it. Speak to a hospital social worker before you make
your decision so that you are aware of all that's out there to aid your
recovery. Most of all don't listen to the horror stories, they are
always there. Discuss all this many times over with you family, it helps
to get their input.
What ever you decided I wish you well,
Juno

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