Ankle surgery decision time!
prefabkid47
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Have pre-op appointment on the 18th April at 2.30pm with the surgeon to decide what 'road to go down' i.e ankle replacement or fusion (surgery has been arranged for the 28th April).
Looks like the long wait is coming to an end.Be glad when it's done after all the pain and hobbling,but very apprehensive.
Will keep you posted on the decision,wish me luck!!See if I can pop into Val's cafe on the way for a strong cuppa (after seeing the rheumy nurse in the morning - some day!).
Ron
Looks like the long wait is coming to an end.Be glad when it's done after all the pain and hobbling,but very apprehensive.
Will keep you posted on the decision,wish me luck!!See if I can pop into Val's cafe on the way for a strong cuppa (after seeing the rheumy nurse in the morning - some day!).
Ron
''Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy''. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
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Hi Ron, on this sunny day. Not too long to wait then, for the pre op assessment (that is my son's 30th birthday) and the op later this month. It is only natural to be feeling apprehensive, I know what you mean, having had two knee replacements and three toes sorted up, well hopefully, because I am only into 1.5 weeks post op re the toes. If you do as you are told then I am sure all will be well.
I hope your rheumy nurse appointment went ok and a cup of something strong will be waiting for you in the cafe as soon as you arrive
Elna xThe happiest people don't have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything.
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Hi Ron
Hope the rhummy app goes well today.
Will be in your pocket on the 18th when you go for the pre op appointment. Wish you luck on your decision which path to take.
Won't be long then to the end of your pain.....how good is that
Take care
Juliepf x0 -
Hi Ron
a bit scary yes, but also maybe the start of the rest of your life.
If you want me there l will be in your pocket on both occaisions?
Love
toni xx0 -
Hi Ron
i'm going for my pre opp app on the 18 for a tripple fusion and my big toe straightened and if that dont work i have to go in for a ancle replacement.
i have not got my app for opp yet.
i will be in your pocket
take care. joan xxtake care
joan xx0 -
Good luck Ron and Joan. I will be following down this path in the near future but have no date yet. I think mine will be a triple fusion and I am holding out as long as I can! I am really worried too.
Good luck to you both with your pre-ops on the 18th.
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Harvey Fierstein0 -
dachshund wrote:Hi Ron
i'm going for my pre opp app on the 18 for a tripple fusion and my big toe straightened and if that dont work i have to go in for a ancle replacement.
i have not got my app for opp yet.
i will be in your pocket
take care. joan xx
Hi Joan
We will share a pocket that day!
Ron x''Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy''. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)0 -
Hi Ron
I will be in your pocket, you are bound to be nervous, but whatever you decide, I am sure you will be glad to get rid of the pain...and enjoy your life.
And Joan I will be with you has well, good luck to both of you
Barbara xxLove
Barbara0 -
Hi Ron,
Personally I would have the replacement.
I know a chap who had a fusion and after 13 weeks in a non weight bearing cast it hadn't fused and he had to have it again!!
As I've told you before I have had mine for 8 years and it's been great although it is hurting a bit at the moment but I don't think it's the joint as the pain is more round my heel.I have a yearly check up 2nd June so I will find out then hopefully.
Anyway good luck with whatever you decide.
Anita.0 -
Great time off the year to have your op. Spring weather for your recovery and rehab. Just think at the end of this month you will be rid of the awful pain and focusing on getting your mobility back!!
SpeedyI have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.0 -
Hi Ron,
Good luck with your appointment on the 18th. As you say, to be rid of the constant pain will make your life so much easier.
Hopefully once the decision has been made you will be able to ask more questions and have a better idea as to what to expect.
Take care,
I x
I hope everything goes well for you too Joan.0 -
Hi Ironic.
thank you. how are you getting on.
joan xxtake care
joan xx0 -
Hi Ron,
Good luck with the pre-op and hopefully they decide what will be better for you in the long run.
I'm doing quite good now with my fusion. only 4 weeks to go until the 12 week point and hopefully no more cast. Putting quite a bit of weight on it with no pain at the moment but time will tell.
Best wishes,
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Thanks to all for your support,I will need extra large pockets for that day!
Rob it doesn't seem possible that you had the op 2 months ago and really glad you are doing well and long may it continue.
Anita let's hope it's not the joint giving you pain (I'm sure it won't be).June 2nd seems a long way off,best of luck but will contact you nearer the time.
Ron''Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy''. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)0 -
ironic wrote:dachshund wrote:Hi Ironic.
thank you. how are you getting on.
joan xx
I am doing ok thank you Joan, I have an appointment on the 18th too now so it will be a busy day for us all.
Lv, Ix
we'll need a extra large pocket fot that day or a lot of pocket jumping.
Ron''Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy''. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)0 -
prefabkid47 wrote:Anita let's hope it's not the joint giving you pain (I'm sure it won't be).June 2nd seems a long way off,best of luck but will contact you nearer the time.
Ron
Thanks Ron, I have tried to get an earlier appointment but apparently they only do that clinic on a Friday and we have to Bank holidays inbetween!!
Take care,
Anita.0
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