Guest guest Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 Hi, everybody! I just turned 58, and a couple of weeks ago found out that I have SEVERE osteoarthritis in both hips and so need bilateral replacements. It's really a relief to know why I've been in so much pain and why I can't walk straight! I was thinking maybe muscle atrophy or something, but never dreamed of OA! It's very helpful to hear some other experiences; I'm planning to get some bed risers and move to the chair from my sofa which is really low now after being collapsed underneath lol. I already got a raised toilet seat (yesterday) because mine is already too low for me. It helps in maneuvering, but it's a little strange to get used to!! And I have 5 cats that are like my babies, so I'm hoping I won't have to be in the hospital long, because I have no one to come feed them. They can go a couple of days, but wouldn't leave them much longer. I know I'll have to put feeding dishes and litter boxes up on something higher - I'm going to try it ahead of time to see if they will adapt to it! Thanks for having me in the group. Carol in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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