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Hi, I had my RNY Gastric Bypass in 2011. I had been having problems with my knees before WLS. My Ortho Dr. said I needed to lose 30lbs before he would do surgery. Well after losing over 160lbs, he still didn't want to do surgery. I had Arthoscopic knee surgery on both knees. The right knee is doing a lot better since the surgery and injections, but the left knee was the worst of the two which is why it is not any better. I have fallen several times landing on my left knee. I am looking into knee replacement for my left knee. Arthritis is moving through all of my joints and now into my neck.
Thanks for the suggestions! There are some in there I haven't thought of so appreciate it. I've used a trampoline a little in the past, although I don't own one,and I'll look for the Pandora station. Thanks again!
I also have terrible osteoarthritis. On rough days I do a stretching routine in the morning to loosen myself up that I learned from Physical Therapy. Hot showers and baths help too. I usually exercise in late afternoon as that is when things are moving easier. I do walk sometimes around the mall by me. Mostly in this cold weather I turn on the timer, Pandora radio 80's cardio music channel and just dance. I also have one of those trampolines so sometimes I walk or dance on that, easier on the joints. Good Luck.
Cynthia 5'11" RNY 7/23/2014
Goal reached 17 months. 220lb Weight Loss
Plastic Surgery Dr. Joseph Michaels - LBL and Hernia Repair 2/29/16, Arm Lift, BL, 5/2/16, Leg Lift 7/25/16
#lifeisanadventure #fightthegoodfight #noregrets
I have terrible osteoarthritis - in every joint! In terrible pain everyday without being able to take anything for it since surgery 3 weeks ago. What kind of exercise are my arthritis buddies doing? Have neurogenic claudication in lower back and can't walk far without numb feet, leg and feet cramps and nerve pain. So, can't go walking, etc. Ruby
Hi Cathy,
I can relate to you. They need to do something...
Jill
HW: 380 SW: 324 GW: 175
Once I lost 75 pounds the surgeon agreed to operate. However I got cold feet when he explained that if he operated when I was high does of insulin and 283 pounds gong on 290 the operation would only last 3 years. Now that I have lost 75 pounds it would last 10 years. This made me wonder what I would be like at 75 crippled??????? Currently I have delayed things to give this extra thought plus the weight loss has given me less pain. Should I wait until it gets worse or just do it?????????
I called my surgeon's office to see if I could get injections. I was told as long as I do not have the injection one week before surgery. Also, I can not have injections until after six months after surgery. Surgery is in 2 1/2 weeks. I was able to get on injection in my ankle and another one in my knee. I am so glad I did this today. Now, I will be able to do some exercise during my first 6 months after surgery. Then if needed by then, I can go for another one. So, if you have osteroarthritis, there is a prescription pain reliever that is no an ISAID. Treadmill and Eliptical...... here I come!!! :)
Well, the right knee has given it up. I have had cortisone and synthetic cartilage injections for years and its time for a total knee replacement. Pain management has become an issue. I can not take steroids or NSAIDS due to my bypass. Norco/Percocet tablets cause severe gastric burning and pain. Those of you who had Roux-en-Y bypass, what did you do for your pain? I walk 8-9 hours a day for work. Thanks in advance for any advice!
Kat
Lots of 5K's, 10K's., 4 1/2 Marathons, 3 Sprint Triathlon done. 2 Olympics and my First IRONMAN 70.3 September 2013 and First Full Marathon Dec 2013 !!!!!
My blog- www.NPRunner.blogspot.com
Is it safe to have injections , such as Hyalgan, after having vertical sleeve surgery? If so, what type of injections are the best for pain relief for osteoarthritis? Thanks!!
