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Pattye Snyder

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Wheelchairs & Ice Packs: An Arthritis Survivor’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgeries 2

As I continue to heal from my most recent foot/leg surgeries due to arthritis, I've found many things that make my life a little easier.  I attached a small shoulder bag to one arm of my wheelchair and always keep my pain meds in it so they're readily available as needed.  I also keep an insulated mug (with a TIGHT fitting lid. I'm SURE... Read moreChevron
posted 03/23/2009, comments (0)|
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Pattye Snyder

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Wheelchairs & Ice Packs: An Arthritis Survivor’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgeries

I am now two weeks post-op from my most recent surgeries on my foot and leg due to osteoarthritis. Although these were #8, and #9 for me, they somehow don't seem to get easier to handle.  There are many things that need to be done pre-op.  I knew, in advance, because of the extensive surgery on my foot, that I would not be allowed to... Read moreChevron
posted 03/23/2009, comments (0)|
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Matthew Thompson

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Hip Resurfacing Surgery Instead of a Hip Replacement Is Increasingly Popular

  Advanced osteoarthritis of the hip that has not responded to the standard, conservative treatments is typically treated with hip replacement surgery. However, over the past several years a similar operation has been receiving increased interest as an alternative to hip replacement - it is known as hip resurfacing. The question is, does... Read moreChevron
posted 08/21/2008, comment (1)|
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Grant Cooper

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14 Questions To Ask A Surgeon BEFORE Surgery

Sometimes, a surgical intervention for osteoarthritis may be the best option to reduce pain and improve function.  However, before undergoing any surgery, you should be sure to do your due diligence.  You wouldn't buy a house without asking around, so why would you not give your own body the same benefit?   Explore all of your... Read moreChevron
posted 06/13/2008, comments (0)|
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Dr. Jonathan Krant

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Racial Minorities Less Likely To Consider Knee Replacement Surgery Than Whites

A recent presentation at the World Congress on Osteoarthritis addressed the issues of race and ethnicity with respect to osteoarthritis awareness.   Several ethnic groups were surveyed about their willingness to undergo joint replacement surgery of the knee. Responses from Caucasians, African Americans and Hispanic patients were markedly... Read moreChevron
posted 04/28/2008, comments (0)|
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