I'm nervous about the surgery because it's a big unknown. Once I'm asleep I will have no control over what happens. I worry about complications. I worry about reacting to anesthesia. I worry about how my family will handle my recovery and my lack of contribution. I worry about what will happen with my job and our finances. With all this worrying, I'm sure anyway that things will work out the way they are supposed to, no matter what happens. I wish I could accept that with more faith.
25 November 2009
Exciting Plans
Well, I just got back from my orthopedist's office, and have made plans for surgery. I will be going in on Tuesday for an ACL revision (cadaver patellar graft). He will try to repair the meniscus at the same time; if it can't be repaired they will take it out. If they can repair it, I will be off my foot for six weeks. If they have to take it out, my recovery will be faster but my osteoarthritis will progress faster as well (with my eventual knee replacement coming sooner).
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That's too bad about the surgery, but I'm of the attitude that if you can fix the pain, it's worth it. Maybe that comes from not being able to really play with my kids for three months before my back surgery.
Dealing with insurance always makes health issues worse because of the added stress of trying to figure out how things will work out the best.
Will you be on crutches or in a wheelchair like you were in high school?
If you guys need us to bring food over, just let us know.
Brooke
Jordan,
My husband is having the exact same surgery on December 2. I think soccer is a sport that should be banned--it seems to cause so many injuries! Like you, this past month we've been debating about when to do it, because of insurance.
Best of luck to you! I know it's not going to be any fun for anyone.
Lissa
I wish I were closer to help out with the kids. I'll be praying for you.
We wish the best for you during surgery and in your recovery.
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