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Dolphin @ 12th Sep 10:11AM:
[MOJO] Surgery Mojo

Hi,

Contrary to this post »[OT] Arthroscopic Surgery for Torn Meniscus ?, I'm having a surgery that's quite a bit more complicated than originally assumed. I've gotten the opinion of 3 Ortho docs and the consensus is that I need a procedure that does indeed involve an arthroscopy.

However, although I do have a torn meniscus, I have other "complications" as well. My symptoms are not from the torn meniscus, rather, it's from a slightly dislocated kneecap coupled with the joint bones of the knee grinding against each other. The procedure is called Fulkerson AMZ which is a form of tibial tubercle osteotomy. It involves cutting bone and repositioning my kneecap.

I cannot express how frightening and disappointing this is for me. I have been through more than 8-9 surgeries in my lifetime already. I had numerous surgeries as a child (about 4) and 4-5 surgeries as an adult. So, at this point I feel rather traumatized by the previous invasive surgeries I've had. I'm tired of being cut :(.

I'll be outta commision for some time (6-8 weeks). Thanks to the folks here at TD, I'll have access to dslreports because I have a laptop :). Please send some team Mojo my way. The surgery is scheduled for next Friday, September 19.

My blades will continue to crunch throughout my surgery.
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jlhugh @ 12th Sep 10:25AM:
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mojo is headed your way for a successful surgery and a fast recovery.
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lilhurricane @ 12th Sep 12:49PM:
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Jacquie..you have my strongest mojo going to you.

You are warrior woman! ;)

They'll get you fixed up, and you'll be back and feeling better in no time.

In my thoughts..

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suprleg @ 12th Sep 01:17PM:
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This train-wreck can certainly feel your pain. Mojo on the way and much more to follow!! :)
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youngerberry @ 12th Sep 03:24PM:
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Many prayers and good thoughts going your way. Hopefully the benefits of the surgery will outweigh the negative parts of all this. Hang tough girl. :)
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Ray422 @ 12th Sep 05:37PM:
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Best wishes Dolphin on your upcoming surgery.
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Dersgniw @ 12th Sep 05:45PM:
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You can definitely count on us Jacquie! Thoughts and prayers going out to you.. You're one strong woman! :)
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Nanoprobe @ 12th Sep 06:04PM:
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Me and the Mrs. will lift you up in prayer. Stay positive.
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bbrcat @ 12th Sep 07:04PM:
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You got it Jacquie :)
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Old_Grouch @ 13th Sep 12:58AM:
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Dangit Jacquie - - you're supposed to have that artho-peek-a-boo and head back to work in a week or so. :mad:

You tell that doctor you have friends in low places and one of 'em will head up I-65 to reposition his kneecap if he puts you through any more pain that is absolutely necessary.

I wish there was a way for me to take some of your pain and anxiety. Hope our thoughts 'n payers added to the other folks' will do.

- Mike
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bjbdbest @ 13th Sep 01:47PM:
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Hang in there Jacquie...Sorry to hear that but wishing you a favorable outcome.

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penguins4evr @ 14th Sep 01:49AM:
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Best wishes for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery! I understand that dolphins are rather resilient! :)
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Owlbet @ 14th Sep 10:33PM:
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Alaska-sized mojo coming your way. Heal well soon!
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lilhurricane @ 19th Sep 06:56AM:
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Mucho mojo going up & out to you today, Jac!

You're in our thoughts, my flippered friend. :)

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youngerberry @ 19th Sep 09:22AM:
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Many prayers and good thoughts going your way today. Good luck with the surgeries. :)
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bjbdbest @ 19th Sep 10:40AM:
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Keeping fingers crossed that all goes well, Jacquie.

Dersgniw @ 19th Sep 11:15AM:
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Sending the mojo Jacquie!
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Old_Grouch @ 19th Sep 03:04PM:
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You better be doing OK Jacquie...I hate disappointment!

Hey, I should have asked sooner: will your physical therapy have to be done in a pool? :uhh:

Be well! :D
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lilhurricane @ 20th Sep 03:39PM:
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Day after - speedy healing mojo :)

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bbrcat @ 20th Sep 06:41PM:
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A bit more mojo en route for you Jacquie :)
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Dolphin @ 21st Sep 10:13AM:
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Here's an update for everyone.

First, thank you all for your Mojo and well-wishes. I sincerely believe that your support has helped me make a difficult decision.

I canceled the surgery that was scheduled for Sept. 19th. Honestly, I just wasn't ready to do it. I was filled with dread and anxiety and didn't want to go into surgery in such a negative emotional state. After much thought accompanied by knee pain, clicking, popping, and creakin' :hmm: -- I have rescheduled my surgery for Thursday, Sept. 25th. I'm doin' it this time so please continue to send Mojo -- it gives me strength.

Thanks again to each of you.

Jacquie
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Old_Grouch @ 21st Sep 04:23PM:
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I don't blame you for putting it off - - if it doesn't feel right, don't do it 'til it does.

I still wanna know if your rehab will be in a pool. :D
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Dolphin @ 21st Sep 04:46PM:
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said by Old_Grouch :

I still wanna know if your rehab will be in a pool. :D

Yep, after 6 weeks of no-weight bearing, then it's on to the pool :D
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Old_Grouch @ 21st Sep 11:23PM:
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said by Dolphin :

Yep, after 6 weeks of no-weight bearing, then it's on to the pool :D

Getting someone play the straight person for a joke is worse than pulling teeth. :D

OH, northern Illinois...6 weeks is about mid-November.

Should have found one some ice and a scarf!

Dersgniw @ 22nd Sep 01:30PM:
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Can't blame ya there Jacquie. We'll be here for you on Thursday. ;)
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sashwa @ 22nd Sep 05:24PM:
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I'm late and sooo very sorry. Mojo heading out, Jacquie, for you.
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suprleg @ 22nd Sep 06:40PM:
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Everything will be fine and I know that pre-surgery feeling of dread, but honestly it will all go by quickly, leaving you wondering why you fretted so much. :)
What a difference in therapy, they had me up and walking with 100% weight bearing the day after surgery on a total knee. Keep us posted....
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bbrcat @ 23rd Sep 05:36PM:
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Mojo continuing for ya Jacquie :)
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lilhurricane @ 25th Sep 06:01AM:
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Sending love, light & mojo for today Jac :)

..all will go well.

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youngerberry @ 25th Sep 08:53AM:
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I am sending many prayers and good thoughts today Jacquie. Best of luck and here's hoping you have a speedy recovery. :)
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bjbdbest @ 25th Sep 11:21AM:
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....along with all the aforementioned good wishes

bbrcat @ 25th Sep 05:15PM:
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...thinking of you Jacquie :)
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White Rose @ 26th Sep 11:52PM:
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Massive MOJO, J. You rock!
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Dolphin @ 22nd Oct 10:00AM:
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A huge "Thank you" to all my teammates for all the powerful Mojo, prayers, and well-wishes :). I appreciate each and every one of you. I'm back on the right track now. I'm into my 4th week of recovery and doing much better. Still no weight-bearing for at least another 2 weeks but I feel so much better than I did even a week ago. Sometimes the healing process is frustratingly slow but I have the patience to wait it out and I'm confident all will be well.

Thanks again for your unconditional support.

Jacquie (AKA "Cripper" via Arelay ;))
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lilhurricane @ 26th Oct 04:13PM:
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Rest it out, Jaq :)

..we're leavin' the light on for ya & sending you speedy healing

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bbrcat @ 26th Oct 05:20PM:
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Still here and with you Jacguie ! :)
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suprleg @ 26th Oct 06:34PM:
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Mojo and well wishes are continuing for a speedy and full recovery. Glad to hear you're mending well. :)
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Dersgniw @ 27th Oct 05:04PM:
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Still sending the mojo!
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