Wednesday, July 9, 2008

The Journey Knee and Me?


knee-journey-diagram.php.jpgHmmm... this looks fairly robotic doesn't it? I had an appointment today with Dr. ferro who is an Arthritis, Orthopaedic & Sports Specialist who is a total joint replacement specialist. His conclusion.... the Journey Knee is what I need. That really wasn't the news I was wanting to hear, I was hoping I would be a candidate for a partial but he says more than likely the Journey Knee will be the best choice for my knee . The good news was that I could return to work (depending on how I was doing) limited basis at 2-3 weeks and by 12 weeks you are pretty much recovered.


Check out his website:  http://www.bonejointcenter.com

This doctor who does about 6-10 joint replacements a week and has been in on the development of joint replacement surgery.  He is based out of Arroyo Grande and San Luis Obispo but comes to Bfld. once a week.  





2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Kim,
I know this makes you anxious and I don't blame you. However, I am sure your quality of life will be so much better with the knee replacement. I will be praying for you. I am sure all is well in Washington.
Love ya,
Brother Bob

Anonymous said...

Hi my name is Lubo.i want to ask you about how you feel after journey knee TKR.....about stability , range of motion , how are the muscles , what can you do and what not ...is there any sounds in your new knee......thank you