Guest guest Posted July 27, 2000 Report Share Posted July 27, 2000 In a message dated 7/27/2000 5:12:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Honeybear3899@... writes: < Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2000 Report Share Posted July 27, 2000 At 05:11 PM 07/27/00, Honeybear3899@... wrote: >I just wanted to let everyone know that I am able to run again, though I >still don't know what is wrong with my knee. I went and had an MRI on >Monday, and I go back for the results next Monday. I then go on leave to see >my son. And my son is going to be moving back with me. So, there is my >news. Have a good day. Wonderful news ! You're just full of good news all around! Be careful with that knee. Don't put too much stress on it. -- Sandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2000 Report Share Posted July 27, 2000 , That's wonderful news...both the knee and getting your son back!!! ;-) F > I just wanted to let everyone know that I am able to run again, though I > still don't know what is wrong with my knee. I went and had an MRI on > Monday, and I go back for the results next Monday. I then go on leave to see > my son. And my son is going to be moving back with me. So, there is my > news. Have a good day. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2000 Report Share Posted July 28, 2000 I'm so glad that you're able to run again, and have a wonderful holiday, you deserve it Jill My knee I just wanted to let everyone know that I am able to run again, though I still don't know what is wrong with my knee. I went and had an MRI on Monday, and I go back for the results next Monday. I then go on leave to see my son. And my son is going to be moving back with me. So, there is my news. Have a good day. ********************************************************************** Internet communications are not secure and therefore ASTRON does not accept legal responsibility for the contents of this message. Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of ASTRON. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system administrator at postmaster@.... This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. Web site: http://www.astron-online.com The Astron Group, Astron House, Tower Close, Huntingdon, PE29 6YD Tel: +44 (01480) 426200 Fax: +44 (01480) 426300 ********************************************************************** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2000 Report Share Posted July 28, 2000 In a message dated 7/27/00 2:12:42 PM Pacific Daylight Time, Honeybear3899@... writes: << I just wanted to let everyone know that I am able to run again, though I still don't know what is wrong with my knee. I went and had an MRI on Monday, and I go back for the results next Monday. I then go on leave to see my son. And my son is going to be moving back with me. So, there is my news. Have a good day. >> Wow ! I'm glad things are looking up for you!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 In a message dated 8/2/2000 7:44:27 AM Eastern Daylight Time, srferron@... writes: << Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the month of september. grrr. >> , here's a big hug. That shot sounded so, so painful. I hope it gives you some immediate relief (I mean having the thing popped back into place). I'm glad you promptly went to the doctor and got some accurate advice and care and I hope you can have the surgery soon if need be so you can move on with your life. What is this about your HMO coverage? How can you not be covered for one month if you are still employed by the same place? I am keeping my fingers crossed for you so that you can get the medical problem taken care of quickly. Maybe your doctor can do it, if the MRI shows that surgery is necessary, in August so that you can avoid the coverage problem? Take care. Did the doctor recommend any exercise (like swimming) in the meantime? Elena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the month of september. grrr. >8% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 , I don't think I got the original " MY Knee " post. So I hope my warm thoughts and concerns aren't too late!! Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 <<Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage.Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the month of september. grrr. >8% >> ((())) If it can be of any encouragement, I was operated on for a bad meniscus back in 1991. The recovery was not long at all. After 4 days, I didn't even need crutches to walk. After surgery, you will have to work on your quads to reinforce the knees, but I'm quite sure you should be able to taebo after 6-8 weeks (ask your doc first though). I don't really know about HMOs in the states (as our health care system is very different), but I've heard that they can be pretty nasty with patients. As for your job, I don't think you will be off work for too long. Janick who hopes the best for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 > Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: > that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an > MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy > is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone > shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would > feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then > the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and > all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the > miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery > would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. > > Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly > with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff > because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the > month of september. grrr. > > >8% > Oh Man.....Hugs to you Amybeth-who likes that eight percent sign and likes your positive attitude towards all this...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 *HUG* I'm so sorry that it's going to be a problem, but hopefully when it's sorted everything will be fine for you.. 'Keep you chin up' and I'll be thinking of you Jill who had steroid injection into her wrist w/o painkiller so this bit made me cringe a lot > Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: > that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an > MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy > is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone > shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would > feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then > the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and > all was well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 Hope all goes well for you, . Hugs, Ann Marie > Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: > that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an > MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy > is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone > shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would > feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then > the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and > all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the > miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery > would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. > > Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly > with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff > because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the > month of september. grrr. > > >8% > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 > I will be scheduled for an > MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy > is in my relatively near future. ((((())))) I am sorry that you are going through all of this! You will be in my thoughts and I hope that you are able to work things out with the insurance company! I will be sending all my positive, good energy vibes your way I know this is just a temporary setback for you and that you will fight and kick your way back to complete health who is sending a huge hug to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 > is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone > shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would > feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then > the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and > all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the > miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery > would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. , I hope you feel better soon! I am deathly afraid of needles, and I do not know how you did it! That is amazing. I think i'd pass out if I had to have that. WOW I really hope it helps you and you get better quickly! Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 At 10:53 AM 08/02/2000 -0000, you wrote: >Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: >that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. Oh, ...so sorry! That is what happened to me, and it took me a long time to recuperate. But that was back in the olden days, before arthroscopy (?) surgery, so I am sure that nowadays it isn't as bad. I have a huge ole gash on my knee (this was done way back in 1965!). Afterwards, I did physical therapy, swimming and weights. The things I have to do, even now, are glute training (you know---sit on the bench and lift the weights with your ankles?) and most especially, keep my weight down. When I get too heavy, my knee not only starts hurting, but sometimes it will snap out of the joint. That sure is incentive to keep lighter and to keep exercising! I wish you the best of luck and a fast healing! Joya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 2, 2000 Report Share Posted August 2, 2000 > Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: > that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an > MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy > is in my relatively near future. He gave me a xylicane/cortisone > shot into the knee...wow did that hurt! He warned me that it would > feel like wildfire, and he was right...for just about 2 seconds then > the xylicane (which caused the pain) numbed the pain IT caused, and > all was well. He began bending and manipulating my knee, and got the > miniscus to pop back into place...none of which hurt. The surgery > would be to remove any fragments of torn cartilage. > > Now I'll have to struggle with my job and hmo (long story), possibly > with the help of a union rep, regarding coverage of this stuff > because, as of now, it looks like I won't have coverage during the > month of september. grrr. > > >8% > , So sorry to hear about your knee. It brings back memories. I started having knee pain late August 98, and thought I had just pulled something. 4 weeks later, it was getting worse, so finally went to doctor who sent me to orthopedist, who immediately suspected torn meniscus, which was proven by MRI a week later. Being a nurse, he siad I would need to be off work 6 weeks, to 3 months, depending on if he could repair it, but would not know til he did arthoscopy. I had to wait 5 weeks til he had time in his schedule to do the surgery, so was forced to continue working. Ice and Motrin helped in the meantime, but it was frustrating and painful having to wait. He could not repair it, as it was too badly torn, so he cut out the damaged area. I was weight bearing on it 4 hours after the surgery. I was only in the hospital for 3 1/2 hours after surgery was over. Then started physical therapy twice a week about 2 weeks later. My advice post-op, is do not rush things, cuz when I tried to do too much too fast, all it caused was more pain. You will be given a daily homework assignment of strenghthening exercises by PT, as well as exercises during PT. With 3 small kids at the time of the surgery, I was on my feet much too much, which caused more swelling, so was forced to ice it, and keep it elevated. I wish you well, and if i can answer any questions, feel free to e-mail. The scars are minimal, and barely visible. ((((((()))))) Take care, Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 > What is this about your HMO coverage? How can you not be > covered for one month if you are still employed by the same place? The School Social Work Department is granted only a certain number of permanent positions...the people who've been working the longest are given those slots. The rest of us are hired for the year and terminated at the end...then we get rehired. Because of this, we have to apply in August to renew our benefits, and it takes 4-6 weeks to process, so we get benefits beginning Oct. 1. However, I was under the impression that after 3 years, I would be " tenured " and my benefits could be renewed earlier than August, eliminating the September gap in coverage. But, all of the supervisory staff in my dept. are out on vacation at the same time (dumb!), and I can't get a straight answer from " Human Resources " or " Risk Management. " So, I think I'm going to pay a visit to my union. > Maybe your doctor can do it, if the MRI shows that > surgery is necessary, in August so that you can avoid the coverage >problem? I spoke with his nurse today who said that that can be done. I'm waiting for the doc's patient advocate to get me authorization for the MRI, and then the ball gets rolling. > Take care. Did the doctor recommend any exercise (like swimming) in > the meantime? The only thing he recommended was to do straight leg raises, one leg at a time with 3 pound weights. It's unfortunate that I hate swimming as a form of exercise...makes me feel confined and almost claustrophobic (though I love splashing around in a pool). I think I'll go to the Tulane gym where they have those cycling machines that have arm levers...the machines can be set to do arms only. I'll try that. ;-) F Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 In a message dated 08/03/2000 3:05:40 AM Eastern Daylight Time, srferron@... writes: << However, I was under the impression that after 3 years, I would be " tenured " and my benefits could be renewed earlier than August, eliminating the September gap in coverage. But, all of the supervisory staff in my dept. are out on vacation at the same time (dumb!), and I can't get a straight answer from " Human Resources " or " Risk Management. " So, I think I'm going to pay a visit to my union. >> , what about Cobra? you should have the option of paying your own premium on the uncovered months Barb who used COBRA to continue my dental insurance after I quit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 In a message dated 8/2/00 4:44:52 AM Pacific Daylight Time, srferron@... writes: << Well, I went to the orthpedist who informed me what I suspected: that my miniscus (cartilage) is torn. I will be scheduled for an MRI, and then we will know for certain, but it looks like orthoscopy is in my relatively near future. >> OUCH!!! My thoughts go out to you . I'm glad the doctors were able to find out what was wrong, though. And good luck with the HMO. I know they can be a pain in the butt sometimes. Get well as soon as you can! who still hopes will come out in October Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 F, I hope it all works out for you with insurance. I'm sorry to hear about your knee and I hope you can be on the mend soon. Take care of yourself! le Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 I was taking aqua aerobics before my trip, and even that was not low- impact enough on my right leg, and it required lateral leg moves which hurt my knee. I can only do straight-legged forward and (carefully) backward. ::sigh:: ;-) F who's beginning to feel her muscles letting go and doesn't like it one bit > > > > > What is this about your HMO coverage? How can you not be > > > covered for one month if you are still employed by the same > place? > > > > > The School Social Work Department is granted only a certain number > of > > permanent positions...the people who've been working the longest > are > > given those slots. The rest of us are hired for the year and > > terminated at the end...then we get rehired. Because of this, we > > have to apply in August to renew our benefits, and it takes 4-6 > weeks > > to process, so we get benefits beginning Oct. 1. > > > > However, I was under the impression that after 3 years, I would > > be " tenured " and my benefits could be renewed earlier than August, > > eliminating the September gap in coverage. But, all of the > > supervisory staff in my dept. are out on vacation at the same time > > (dumb!), and I can't get a straight answer from " Human Resources " > > or " Risk Management. " So, I think I'm going to pay a visit to my > > union. > > > > > Maybe your doctor can do it, if the MRI shows that > > > surgery is necessary, in August so that you can avoid the > coverage > > >problem? > > > > I spoke with his nurse today who said that that can be done. I'm > > waiting for the doc's patient advocate to get me authorization for > > the MRI, and then the ball gets rolling. > > > > > Take care. Did the doctor recommend any exercise (like swimming) > in > > > the meantime? > > > > The only thing he recommended was to do straight leg raises, one > leg > > at a time with 3 pound weights. It's unfortunate that I hate > > swimming as a form of exercise...makes me feel confined and almost > > claustrophobic (though I love splashing around in a pool). I think > > I'll go to the Tulane gym where they have those cycling machines > that > > have arm levers...the machines can be set to do arms only. I'll > try > > that. > > > > ;-) > > Sounds like someone is trying to save money at their employees' > expense. What a terrible, cruel system. I hope it works out for > you. > I don't like swimming either and can barely do it (partly because I > am so blind). Maybe there is an aqua aerobics class you can take? > Hang in there, . > > Elena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2000 Report Share Posted August 3, 2000 I was planning to contact " Risk Management " (the new bulls*it term for " Benefits " tomorrow). We'll see how much it costs. > In a message dated 08/03/2000 3:05:40 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > srferron@a... writes: > > << However, I was under the impression that after 3 years, I would > be " tenured " and my benefits could be renewed earlier than August, > eliminating the September gap in coverage. But, all of the > supervisory staff in my dept. are out on vacation at the same time > (dumb!), and I can't get a straight answer from " Human Resources " > or " Risk Management. " So, I think I'm going to pay a visit to my > union. >> > > , > what about Cobra? > you should have the option of paying your own premium on the uncovered months > > Barb > who used COBRA to continue my dental insurance after I quit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2000 Report Share Posted August 4, 2000 You reminded me - a friend of mine broke both legs in a bike accident last year, and while in plaster he kept tensing muscles even thought he couldn't move, so when the plaster came off he'd retained most of his strength and so his recovery was a lot quicker from there on. Jill who can't remember what the pricipal is called Message: 5 Date: Fri, 04 Aug 2000 03:39:01 -0000 Subject: Re: My kneeI was taking aqua aerobics before my trip, and even that was not low-impact enough on my right leg, and it required lateral leg moveswhich hurt my knee. I can only do straight-legged forward and(carefully) backward. ::sigh::;-)Fwho's beginning to feel her muscles letting go and doesn't like itone bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2000 Report Share Posted August 4, 2000 In a message dated 08/04/2000 2:25:07 AM Eastern Daylight Time, j.clappison@... writes: > > You reminded me - a friend of mine broke both legs in a bike accident last > year, and while in plaster he kept tensing muscles even thought he couldn't > move, so when the plaster came off he'd retained most of his strength and so > his recovery was a lot quicker from there on. > > Jill > who can't remember what the pricipal is called isometrics can definitely help to keep the tone but probably not to increase it further Barb who would just try everything carefully and keep what doesn't hurt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 4, 2000 Report Share Posted August 4, 2000 >F >who's beginning to feel her muscles letting go and doesn't like it >one bit . I just thought of something...can't you do upper body weight training so at least that part of you is still feeling strong and you will feel exercised? My routine takes at least a half hour and my legs aren't involved in any way. Something to consider... Joya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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