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Wasn't expecting another operation.

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elizabeth20203
elizabeth20203

Feeling down about the fact i need another operation. I have had arthritis since the age of 11, i am now 59. I have had my left knee replaced twice and now need my right knee replaced. I have had physiotherapy and steriod injection which haven't helped. I have 4 months before i see the consultant again and when i need to decide about having my knee done. I am having constant pain and my mobility is getting worse. I will of had 3 knee replacements by the age of 60. I really wish i didn't need this operation but without it my knee will progressily worsen. I have also being refered for physiotherapy for my left knee to strengthen it. I just wish there were more options, doesn't appear to be. Has anybody else had several knee replacements. 

Elizabeth.

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  • cheryl90571
    cheryl90571 elizabeth20203

    Posted

    I had my left done June 2015 and my RIGHT done October 2015.

    I couldn't WAIT to have my second one done because that knee was really holding me back once my first one got stronger and better than ever.

    Don't worry. It will be good to have TWO good knees!😊😊

    • elizabeth20203
      elizabeth20203 cheryl90571

      Posted

      Hi Cheryl we have spoken before, hope your doing okay. I know i will be better having the knee done, thou my left second knee replacement is weak now, hence the consultant sending me for physiotherapy. I have supportive stents as well. I suppose i just wanted some reassurance that i am doing the right thing. Thank you.

      Elizabeth 

      smile

    • cheryl90571
      cheryl90571 elizabeth20203

      Posted

      Hi Elizabeth!

      Doing good! Still working on being comfortable going down stairs, though!

      Very glad both knees are DONE! Looking forward to putting in our garden in a couple weeks!

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