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Post by Mr Kipling on Nov 27, 2017 15:46:06 GMT 1
On a different note , think a few on here have had total knee replacements done but anyone had elbow replacement ?? or know anyone who has .. Also those who had knee replacements any pitfull,s to be aware of ??? ie personal experiences do,s or dont,s not mentioned by the surgeon .. many thxs..
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Post by 4l04ever on Nov 27, 2017 18:09:16 GMT 1
There are alternatives becoming available now. You can get the cartilage replaced via 2 different routes....regrown from some of your cartilage or from stem cells. I saw it first on Supervet, but humans can get it done too :-)
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2017 21:24:29 GMT 1
Never heard of elbow replacement? In essence the elbow joint, made up of humerus, radius and ulna is functionally a hinge joint similar to the knee and therefore wear and tear takes its toll. Unless you have had an injury caused by external means such as fall? I guess they can replace articular cartilage that lines the bones involved. As above stem cells are being used in some surgical procedures which will be used in cartilage development/replacement.
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Post by yamrider on Nov 27, 2017 21:36:57 GMT 1
Recently I had an x ray on my shoulder and got the results back to say that I have arthritis in it, and im presently going for physiotherapy on it and if it goes worse I might need part of the shoulder removing and replacing with carbon fibre
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Post by Tobyjugs on Nov 27, 2017 21:45:21 GMT 1
Recently I had an x ray on my shoulder and got the results back to say that I have arthritis in it, and im presently going for physiotherapy on it and if it goes worse I might need part of the shoulder removing and replacing with a carbon fibre part Carbon fiber! will you be able to work faster then?
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Post by yamrider on Nov 27, 2017 21:47:09 GMT 1
don't know but I might be a bit lighter
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Post by arrow on Nov 27, 2017 23:04:40 GMT 1
I have had both knees completely replaced, although I still have both my own knee caps. You need to do the excercises and keep on the go. Mine are great now. Done Feb 2015 and Feb 2016.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Nov 27, 2017 23:14:24 GMT 1
I have had both knees completely replaced, although I still have both my own knee caps. You need to do the excercises and keep on the go. Mine are great now. Done Feb 2015 and Feb 2016. Were your knee problems work related?
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Post by arrow on Nov 28, 2017 0:20:47 GMT 1
I have had both knees completely replaced, although I still have both my own knee caps. You need to do the excercises and keep on the go. Mine are great now. Done Feb 2015 and Feb 2016. Were your knee problems work related? Sort of I guess. Just too much wear and tear over the years. My lower legs were a bit curved so the load went through one side of the joints instead of through the middle.
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Post by stusco on Nov 28, 2017 8:37:00 GMT 1
Not the same op but when I was just about to be sedated the surgeon asked if I new the risk of my hernia op I said yes but tell me again then she mentioned about the high risk to my testicals,nearly got out the bed but couldn’t go on with my bowels hanging out
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Post by Mr Kipling on Nov 28, 2017 14:17:08 GMT 1
Reason I ask is my fair Lady has aggressive rheumatoid arthritis which has now got to the point where one of her elbows is fused n locked so is her wrist .. theres no cartilage left to treat/replace new specialist says replacement is the only viable option, same goes for one of her knees which has to be replaced , the other isn,t far behind ... Been looking n searching for as much info as poss to try soften the uncertain times that lay ahead ...
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Post by arrow on Nov 28, 2017 16:03:56 GMT 1
If its that bad then some joint replacement surgery will change her life for the best.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 28, 2017 16:13:52 GMT 1
An ex colleague of mine has had both knees and hip replacement and all gave him a new lease of life. He cycles and plays golf three times a week. As arrow said it is probably be the best option. However specialist/consultant should provide you with all the information, pros and cons.
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Post by Mr Kipling on Nov 28, 2017 16:15:37 GMT 1
If its that bad then some joint replacement surgery will change her life for the best. Hi , its shocking to see what the illness has done to her , new specialist wants to investigate what,s going on in her back/spine , used to be 5ft 8 isn't anymore !!!.. Anti TNF,s worked well for a while then her cells attacked them too...
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Post by arrow on Nov 28, 2017 16:21:03 GMT 1
The downside for me was that I was only 50 when I had the first one. The problem being that I would probably out live the two sets currently allowed. Me and the surgeon agreed that as my own were that bad there was no point waiting 10 years in a wheelchair so as to prolong the life of the new knees. I basically said, I would prefer the time now and worry about the consequences later. He agreed and the scalpels came out...
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Post by Deleted on Nov 28, 2017 16:22:53 GMT 1
The colleague who had his replacements was just down to wear and tear and not RA. It certainly sounds to have hit her hard, sorry to hear that, and of course you! Sorry I have not heard of anyone near to me who has suffered with RA, but if I do I will see what was said to them and let you know
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Post by arrow on Nov 28, 2017 16:27:47 GMT 1
Mr Kipling, that sounds like there are some serious issues going on and the outcome may not be 100% effective, but like most things in life you have to take the best looking option. I think now that what happened to me was just another episode in life that ended up working out ok. I lost a mate at 26 to cancer in 1994. He would love to be walking round now with two artificial knees. I wish you and the good lady all the best.
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Post by Mr Kipling on Nov 28, 2017 16:41:06 GMT 1
Mr Kipling, that sounds like there are some serious issues going on and the outcome may not be 100% effective, but like most things in life you have to take the best looking option. I think now that what happened to me was just another episode in life that ended up working out ok. I lost a mate at 26 to cancer in 1994. He would love to be walking round now with two artificial knees. I wish you and the good lady all the best. It takes it toll on her but she,s a fighter...many thxs for the kind words...
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Post by arrow on Nov 28, 2017 16:44:27 GMT 1
Bloke at work in the union I got talking to when they tried to move me up the disciplinary ladder for being off work a lot when I was struggling said his wife had a new knee. I looked at him and said how old was she? 34! Had a cancerous tumor on the femur and the new joint is some 5 inches long. Got me thinking that I could have the same option if I wear the two sets out. Don't worry about the young age. Get the quality years in now. Worry later pal.
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Post by Mr Kipling on Nov 28, 2017 16:52:53 GMT 1
Deffo agree with that , a few peeps on here know I almost lost her after a minor op a wee while back , thxs again an Atb...
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Post by rd350rob on Nov 29, 2017 16:58:18 GMT 1
Recently I had an x ray on my shoulder and got the results back to say that I have arthritis in it, and im presently going for physiotherapy on it and if it goes worse I might need part of the shoulder removing and replacing with carbon fibre I bet Norbo can supply the parts cheaper.....
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Post by yamrider on Nov 29, 2017 20:35:01 GMT 1
that would be good
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 6, 2017 18:24:04 GMT 1
ARGH !!! so frustrated with the bloody consultant...
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2017 20:17:24 GMT 1
Reason I ask is my fair Lady has aggressive rheumatoid arthritis which has now got to the point where one of her elbows is fused n locked so is her wrist .. theres no cartilage left to treat/replace new specialist says replacement is the only viable option, same goes for one of her knees which has to be replaced , the other isn,t far behind ... Been looking n searching for as much info as poss to try soften the uncertain times that lay ahead ... Not a good day then. Was the specialist no help? How is your good lady doing at the moment? I hope she is not in a state of flare up which I believe RA provides. Has she tried any massage therapy, or hydrotherapy is relieve the pain?
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 6, 2017 23:17:10 GMT 1
There playing the age card , ..She lives on bottles of morphine to try help with the pain amongst other stuff , its so frustrating knowing they can help but wont...
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Post by Deleted on Dec 7, 2017 9:39:20 GMT 1
I feel your frustration is understandable! Surely the long term approach to morphine is not sustainable and undoubtedly has side effects. I am aware you may have been down every route to seek help, but would your GP not give you some support, or is the an RAA society/charity. With the NHS you have to battle for everything and my Mum who suffered a severe stroke last year is still on the waiting list for a wheel chair and we have to pay for everything. The meetings I have had with the local clinics commissioning group; as you say so frustrating!! They want to do it 24 hours a day, hoisting from chair to bed, feeding her etc. See how they would feel if it were their wife or Mum! Unfortunately we have to be stoic and keep battling on. Best wishes
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 8, 2017 1:36:14 GMT 1
Many thxs , n Ditto to u too, Penno..
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Post by Mr Kipling on Dec 19, 2017 15:53:50 GMT 1
Finally after a lot of visits back n forth to the hospital seeing different specialists , now have a date for the first knee replacement op !!!! Hopefully it wont get cancelled .. Apparently once able to re use n bend the leg properly they,ll get the ball rolling to do the same op to the other knee... I couldn,t be more happier for her right now...
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Post by dusty350 on Dec 19, 2017 20:57:40 GMT 1
Good news mate Hopefully on the road to better times My Nan lived with us when I was a kid. She suffered from Rheumatoid arthritis really badly. Felt so sorry for her- her hands and feet were really mis shapen because of it. I've got Osteo arthritis in my back - wear and tear basically, and I had an X ray on my shoulder last week as that is really playing me up now. Most of us here are gonna suffer with Osteo, but the Rheumo is on another level Keep banging away at the NHS, as that seems the only way to get what you need, and hopefully 2018 will be a better year for you both Good luck Regards Dusty
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Post by Deleted on Dec 19, 2017 21:34:44 GMT 1
As Dusty said that is good news and let's hope it will bring an end to some of the pain and discomfort. An early Christmas present for you both. Best wishes
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