Not Giving In

By Pattye Snyder, Health Guide Thursday, August 17, 2006

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I’ve learned a great deal about others because of my OA. I used to try to be tough all of the time, regardless of the way I felt. It’s not worth it! There are a trillion wonderful people out there, although among them there are people who can be hurtful, mean, and just downright strange. A pro...

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barb

9/ 1/06 11:39am

I am impressed with this person's tenacity and determination to have a very full, meaningful life. What an inspiration.

Sherri

9/ 9/06 12:47am

Thank You Pattye! I am only 37 years old and an avid roller skater before being diagnosed with OA in my left knee,and a kneecap tracking problem.I have early onset OA from a knee injury that happened when I was 14 years old on the field playing soccer at school.Reading your story has given me hope,as I have hours of grueling physical therapy ahead of me,and if it doesn't work I am facing surgery. I too feel that dealing with OA is all about attitude.It is mind over matter.The strength of your soul will determine how much or how little OA will change your life.I will skate again because OA will not steal my joy.My soul is too strong to let my body fail.God Bless you,and all reading this who deal with "Arthur". Keep a smile in your heart! -Sherri :-)

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