mcquinn Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 I finally got tired of the pain and scheduled a partial knee replacement for April 12th.Man I cannot beleive all the things you have to do to get elective surgery these days.They have classes and coaches like the Lamaze classes for childbirthing.You have to do all kinds of therapy before surgery to shorten the recovery time.Most of it seems geared for older folks than me who may be a little less fit .Please channel all prayers and good karma my way ,all are glady accepted and reciprocated on request.
nana Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 You've got my prayers coming your way, mcquinn. My mom has had both her knees replaced and was really glad she did. Do the therapy. It makes all the difference.
Brian Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Everything I got is comming your way! My dad has had both knees replaced and it's made a big difference for him. That was two years ago - he's 70 now.
Mark Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Hey mcquinn, I feel your pain. You'll be included in my prayers.
Jeffb Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 (edited) Hi mcquinn, My wife just had knee surgery this past year. She can relate to what you're going through. Our prayers are with you. Edited February 28, 2010 by jeffb
DevilDucky Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Good Luck mcquinn! I played elite hockey for several years and had plenty of teammates go through knee surgeries of varying degrees and the best advice I can give you is be patient and go at what rehab pace is right for you! Best wishes to you hope you get up and about soon!
Schizophretard Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Good luck with the knee. Since you're still young you will do fine. Are you taking anything for the pain?
kitsune Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 You will be very glad when its over. It will be worth it. I take care of lots of knee patients. you will do great!! and just think, you will be able to vape after surgery !!!! (at least once you are concious again)(and can reach your stuff). Just remember to ask for pain meds....and you vaping case.
stubear62 Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 I finally got tired of the pain and scheduled a partial knee replacement for April 12th.Man I cannot beleive all the things you have to do to get elective surgery these days.They have classes and coaches like the Lamaze classes for childbirthing.You have to do all kinds of therapy before surgery to shorten the recovery time.Most of it seems geared for older folks than me who may be a little less fit .Please channel all prayers and good karma my way ,all are glady accepted and reciprocated on request. Hi McQuinn, I hope you do well and have a speedy recovery. I know (not myself though) how it is as my Dad had both of his knees done with-in 4 weeks of each one. He is doing good and no more pain (he's 90). If he can do it, hell, so can you!! My prauers will be with you. Stu
SmokinHammer Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 (edited) Good luck with everything, Mcquinn, although I'm sure you won't need it. My grumpy old boss had one done in September of '09 and it went so well that he had the other done just this last Thursday. He was a lot more diligent about doing the pre-op exercises this time. He said he could tell after the first one that he should have taken them more seriously. You're in my prayers, and like they say on the stage, break a leg! Edited February 28, 2010 by SmokinHammer
FTJoe Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Good luck with everything, Mcquinn, although I'm sure you won't need it. My grumpy old boss had one done in September of '09 and it went so well that he had the other done just this last Thursday. He was a lot more diligent about doing the pre-op exercises this time. He said he could tell after the first one that he should have taken them more seriously. You're in my prayers, and like they say on the stage, break a leg! Therapy therapy therapy!!! It hurts but is worth it, makes all the diff. Good luck!
mcquinn Posted March 1, 2010 Author Posted March 1, 2010 I am eating the Lortabs as needed ,lucky for me I have apretty high threshold for pain and my legs are in pretty good shape.The surgeon who scoped my knee and removed what was left of the miniscus couldn't believe how much range of motion I had after he looked inside.I do the HVAC/R at the hospital and get along great with all the people who I will have to deal with ,should be kinda fun if thats possible.I am afraid this is just the beginning as I have artheritis about everywhere I could possibly have it.When life gives you lemons ,make lemonade I suppose.
ddavelarsen Posted March 2, 2010 Posted March 2, 2010 Mcquinn I wish you all the best and my prayers and happy vibes are headed your way. My wife has had both knees replaced and it sure made a world of difference for her. Don't try to be a hard guy after your surgery - take the pain meds, you'll heal faster. Same goes for PT after - if you medicate a bit you'll do better therapy. I hope you recover quickly and enjoy being on the 'other side' while in the hospital, that can be 'fun.' Good luck!
SmokinHammer Posted March 2, 2010 Posted March 2, 2010 Yeah, Mcquinn, definitely take those pain meds! I talked to my boss Monday afternoon (If your just joining this topic, he had his second knee replacement done last Thursday.) He sounded happier and more relaxed than he has in a decade! On a serious note, I've been on pain meds for a few surgeries (and recoveries) in the last few years, so I speak from personal experience. Make sure you're prepared for the one inevitable, and really irritating, side effect... constipation. There, I said it. I'm sorry, but it's true, and I had to learn the hard way, after spending something like $25 on a bottle of Senokot, that prune juice works better and is a lot cheaper! Good Lord I hate being mature enough to talk about this stuff in public. It makes me feel old. I remember trying to coach my father out of sharing every detail of his health care with everyone he met. One day I found myself saying, "Dad, the bank teller doesn't care about your prostate!"
snubber Posted March 2, 2010 Posted March 2, 2010 I just want to wish you good luck and hope all goes well. I'm sure you will be glad when it's all said and done. Best Wishes!!!
TeriJo Posted March 2, 2010 Posted March 2, 2010 Good Luck! I'm sure "results vary" by person and all, but mostly with recovery time. My sister in law had knee surgery recently and it seems to have gone well. You've reminded me I should give her a call.
mcquinn Posted March 3, 2010 Author Posted March 3, 2010 Oh man SmokinHammer you have reached the pinnacle of old age when you start talkin about bodily functions.Welcome to the club.We can set aroung puffin on our e-ciggs and talkin about aches and pains and bowel movements.
Brian Posted April 9, 2010 Posted April 9, 2010 How about a fresh round of prayers and thoughts for McQuinn's upcoming surgery! I know this has to be weighing on his mind, so let's give some support! nana and Vacker1229 2
Vacker1229 Posted April 9, 2010 Posted April 9, 2010 Absolutely!! We will be thinkin' about you and wishing the speediest of recovery time. And of course a minimal amount of discomfort.
FTJoe Posted April 9, 2010 Posted April 9, 2010 I'm down with support (wait, making sure I'm in the lounge, looking around, its cool) but can't do the prayer thing. Sorry, devout atheist, hope it doesn't turn people off, I respect almost everyone hope you all can do the same.
TeriJo Posted April 9, 2010 Posted April 9, 2010 Thinking good thoughts at Mcquinn. And LMAO @Joe's DEVOUT athiest. I love that phrase. I promise not to Thump a bible on your head Joe.
FTJoe Posted April 9, 2010 Posted April 9, 2010 Thinking good thoughts at Mcquinn. And LMAO @Joe's DEVOUT athiest. I love that phrase. I promise not to Thump a bible on your head Joe. Very much appreciated. You'd be surprised how many try!!
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