Comments on: My Knee Replacement Journal – Part One https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/ Tue, 30 Sep 2014 16:41:28 +0000 hourly 1 By: Just Julie https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-23030 Tue, 30 Sep 2014 16:41:28 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-23030 In reply to Rebecca.

Hello Rebecca — so nice to meet you! Thank you for stopping by. Ember is a treasure to me, and I know you probably feel the same way. Ahhh, knee replacement. In a nutshell, I’m so grateful that terrible, burning, grinding pain is gone, but I also wish I’d been better prepared for the stiffness and lack of range of motion that often comes with this surgery. The very best site I’ve found for help and excellent information (I think even better than doctor’s info) is http://www.bonesmart.org. Be sure to visit — I learned more there than any other place. I pray your recovery is sweet, complete and speedy. God bless you Rebecca… xoxo

]]> By: Rebecca https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-23025 Tue, 30 Sep 2014 13:23:42 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-23025 Reading this over a year later – sent here by our mutual friend, Ember. It is helpful to read another’s experience….
I had a total (NOT minimally invasive) replacement a week ago today. Thankful it’s behind me but slowed in rehab because my blood was too thin (so they’re adjusting my Coumidin level before I can proceed). This was a huge disappointment as I’d made up my mind to be thorough in follow-up exercise, etc. I had an emergency hip replacement 6 months ago following a fall. I’d kind of hit a wall in therapy for it because of my bad knee on opposite leg, so this was necessary. In 3 months (perhaps) I may have the other knee replaced and then – FINALLY – get back to “normal”!

How ARE you doing? It’s so encouraging to hear from those who have successfully undergone similar circumstances.

]]> By: Just Julie https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8304 Thu, 27 Jun 2013 13:38:34 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8304 In reply to Ember.

Oh, thank you for your faithful prayers, dear Ember. What a comfort to know you’re still at it! xoxoxox

]]> By: Ember https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8303 Thu, 27 Jun 2013 13:37:39 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8303 Praying for you every day, hon. May it soon be all healed up and completely well. xxx

]]> By: Just Julie https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8289 Wed, 26 Jun 2013 18:47:29 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8289 In reply to Kay in Cornwall.

I hope your knee complaining is never more than just that: a little groan or sigh you can live with forever Kay. I’m on my way to Physical Therapy which I’m beginning to dread. I’ve hit a mental and physical wall in the past 2 days and am very weepy and tired. Thank you for your prayers, Kay! xoxo

]]> By: Kay in Cornwall https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8280 Wed, 26 Jun 2013 05:40:45 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8280 That was quite scary to read, Julie – you have been/are going through so much! Those nurses sounded wonderful.
I was a bit nervous about reading your journal because like Ganeida I’m a bit squeamish about things like this.
Also, my left knee is starting to hurt when I go up/down stairs and yesterday it was a bit sore when I drove to Falmouth. But, apart from stairs. driving and kneeling (when it feels like I’m kneeling on very sharp gravel) I can manage very well thank you, and I am definitely not in need of medical attention yet! 🙂
Love to you all
xx

]]> By: Just Julie https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8269 Tue, 25 Jun 2013 20:55:34 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8269 In reply to Pat.

Edith and Millie are good company, Pat. They are so content to do whatever makes us content. Your little two whining to get into the bathroom made me smile. Thank you and see you soon, dear SAGgy friend… xoxo

]]> By: Pat https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8260 Tue, 25 Jun 2013 14:24:04 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8260 That was really interesting to read, Julie. I love how the Lord worked out your extra day! Wow, what an ordeal – I’m so glad it’s behind you now. I bet the pups are keeping you company when you lay down. I can’t even go into the bathroom without my two whining at the door, ha ha!

]]> By: Just Julie https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8268 Tue, 25 Jun 2013 14:01:08 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8268 In reply to Ginny.

Healed, hiking and happy! I like your alliteration, Ginny! I’ll take that. And I know your phone number by heart so will call you if I need something. xoxo

]]> By: Ginny https://www.justjulieb.com/my-knee-replacement-journal-part-one/comment-page-1/#comment-8258 Tue, 25 Jun 2013 13:57:32 +0000 http://www.justjulieb.com/?p=16744#comment-8258 Jewel, I walked through this with Peter. You have my heart!!! I had you so in my prayers through the proceedure!! I have fainted twice reading this and thinking about what you and Su went through, but this Fall in CBS, you two will be healed, hiking and happy!
I am one phone call away!

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