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@oodiebom

Sorry about the results at yesterday’s appointment. Maybe I’m reading things wrong but you wrote the doctor said his knee was beyond repair. My question is why can’t it be replaced? I’m definitely no expert in knees but my husband had one replaced and many friends have also. In fact, one friend had both replaced at the same time. It is now considered a very common operation. All people go through PT after a replacement to get a good bend and to strengthen the knee and muscles. Everyone I know who has had it done made the same comment – why did I wait so long? And all had good results. Just a thought.

@sheba2011

I am looking at low impact ideas we can try. I mentioned the bike pedals last night and found a couple that may be OK. However, I cannot bring them into the rehab. Only a doctor’s OK will do. I will be talking to some people today if they are working, if not, will head out Monday to get some answers. I do think we need a second and maybe a third opinion and then a decision can be made. So, I am working on that as well. These orthopedics may have been good at one time, but, in all honesty I am not happy with this one. We did have a good one, however, he transferred to a hospital that does not have the cleanest reputation. I have a funny feeling it was not his decision to make. As I said yesterday, there is one I am looking at off Cape which means we will be most likely be in Boston for any surgery if that is possible. This particular physician does not like to operate, but rather use other means to enable a person to stand and walk. Unfortunately, if hubby cannot get in and out of a vehicle on his own, traveling North will not be feasible. I am going with the nurses and aides at the Rehab. They think therapy is the way to go to get the surrounding muscles to work better. He is almost ready to stand and we do have a walker and wheelchair. I may redo the bathroom shower and make it so it is more of a walk in. I will be looking at th e shower footings though I think ours may do. I will be looking at other real estate in Florida to see if we can find something in our price range without stairs. Maybe something with an indoor pool. I will be contacting the Y during the week to see if that would be helpful for hubby. The rehab may be able to get him there for an appointment. Unfortunately, I know how nursing/convalescent homes work and as you can tell I am not at all thrilled. Hubby will lose his mind there and his hope. After dealing with the surgery in November I can see they are pulling at every straw possible to keep him there. The unfortunate part is that the physicians have no say in the matter and neither do the attorneys. So, I am on my own and will do whatever I can to bring him home. I had a feeling this would happen. Now to see what will be given the greatest prioirty.

This is Peace.

@kittengirl,

Good day in California wishing you and your family all the best on this Saturday.

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. Lady how are you doing today. If it is cold and snowy where
you live just be careful.

I am wearing my Ugg Boots and Poppy is wearing his booties so we don’t slip and fall.

Very cold for the next few days. Hello Winter never fails.

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake’s Canvas.

@taci,

Good day in S. California I hope you had a chance to catch Heidi Daus.
Heidi will be back on HSN later this evening and I made a new Heidi Daus Thread.

Oz is frozen and I am making Chili today. Poppy wants some. Ah no.

How is your son feeling today make sure he drinks plenty of fluids.

I have to go out for a bit and I am wrapping up and masking up.

Happy Trails To You.

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I know you have a lot on your mind.
Just want you to know we are all thinking of you. I know you are a fighter.

All I know is this too shall pass.

Oodie I am very concerned about this whole thing.

I hope you get some rest today so you may spend time with your husband later today.

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida. I hope you get your goodies from HSN soon.
Enjoy yourself and glad to see you post.

Oz at this moment is 31 degrees I am so concerned about my outdoors cats.

@loaf,

Good day in Ohio we are freezing here in OZ. Sheesh!

Keep warm. I hope you are enjoying Heidi Daus today.

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