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Hi,
I'm currently on schedule to have PIP finger joint replacement using the
Ascension Orthopedics Pyrocarbon joint replacements.

Of course, my main concern in getting this done is being able to hold
the
reins when riding (what else would concern  me?)--along with
everything else
that goes along with horsing around.

Do any of you have experience with this procedure or know anyone who
has?--
and can give me any feedback.....

I've only met one person who has had this done, (3 months ago)  and she
has rheumatoid
(I have Osteo).
Her replacements are rubber, not the pyrocarbon, and she doesn't do
anything 
heavier than type....no horsing around, etc.

I have read everything I can get my hands on regarding this and am still
on the 
fence as to whether to proceed or ask my doctor to just fuse the joints
to alleviate
the pain so I can get on with life.

Thanks,
Charlene B.
Louisiana