Results: Joint replacement
Published on 12/24/2024
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On February 3, 2025 I am scheduled for surgery to have my right knee replaced. It will be done robotically, and I will spend one day in the hospital. I will need therapy three times a week, but the Physical Therapist will come to my house to do it. Have you ever had joint replacement? Yes, knee
8%
168 votes
Yes, shoulder
4%
88 votes
Yes, hip
5%
115 votes
Yes, other. Share which one.
2%
38 votes
No.
83%
1747 votes
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If yes, do you think it was worth the pain of surgery? Yes
14%
293 votes
No
7%
141 votes
Not Applicable
79%
1666 votes
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Seventeen years ago I had my left knee replaced. At that time I spent a week in the hospital and had to pay the local Care Van to take me to Physical Therapy three times a week. Do you think technology has improved medical procedures? Yes
63%
1318 votes
No
9%
193 votes
Undecided
28%
589 votes
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I will be unable to drive for about four weeks. I am in the process of making and freezing casseroles and stock-piling necessities. (Yes, I have enough toilet paper.) Have you ever been homebound for a period of time? Yes
52%
1083 votes
No
48%
1017 votes
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5.
I live alone, but my son stops by everyday. My friends have also said to call them if I need anything. Do you have people you can call on in an emergency? Yes
63%
1327 votes
No
18%
376 votes
Undecided
19%
397 votes
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