Posted by Greg on October 17, 2000, at 19:29:25
In reply to Re: Upcoming Knee Surgery - A Question » Greg, posted by Snowie on October 17, 2000, at 18:14:57
All,
We decided to go with a spinal block to deaden me from the waist down (although I know people who would prefer me that way from the waist up...). They'll give me Valium or something along that line to keep me calm. We did discuss the Twilight Surgery but apparently they don't do that procedure at this particular hospital. He said a local wouldn't be an option as it is critical to keep my legs from moving. He says 3 to 5 days on crutches with a little therapy done on my own starting the day after the op. Physical Therapy will depend on how I feel after the first week. We'll discuss my meds when I pre-register, I'll be talking to the anesthesiologist (sp?) then.
I'm really grateful to everyone who replied. There were a lot of things I hadn't and would not have thought to ask about. Despite the number of surgeries I've had they don't get any easier. This is the first I've had since being dianosed BP II. Kinda scary...
You guys are great!
Peace and Love,
Greg
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