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lower arm arthriris problems

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ihavenonickname
ihavenonickname

DRUJ-distal radioulnar joint in the lower arm

34 years ago my ulna began jumping on top of the radius. These are the two bones which comprise the antebrachium also known as the lower arm.

Recently during a total elbow procedure, this repair let go.

I am now waiting for a replacement joint to be made. It will be inserted into the lower end of the same bone the elbow is in, the ulna.

Because I use rituximab for auto immune diseases control, I must wait until mid January 2017 for the repair.

Has anyone else had this joint replacement? If so, perhaps you will share your recovery...Thank you!

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  • ebonyrose1996
    ebonyrose1996 ihavenonickname

    Posted

    Hello,

    Sorry only 19 here and havent had any joint replacement but i wish you all the best and a quick recovery.

    God bless ❤

    • ihavenonickname
      ihavenonickname ebonyrose1996

      Posted

      Thank you so much, you are so very thoughtful...DRUJ replacement is rare...the new joint is being custom made for my arm.

      God bless you as well,

      juditg

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