[RC] First Ride after knee replacement - Karen Everhart
Sandy - unless there is newer technology since my replacement in 2002, you
might want to rethink a sprint marathon.
I was an avid runner, and did loads of 10k runs, half marathons and even a
marathon prior to the car accident which damaged my knee requiring
replacement. I was also fairly young for a replacement; late
40's.
My surgeon said I could go back to running if I was aware of the fact that
the unit WILL wear out and have to be replaced much sooner, than if I no longer
ran. This was a HUGE loss for me and I suffered great grief. BUT,
the surgery is something they predict I will need 3 times in my predicted
lifetime. To chose to run, and have 4-5 replacements over the years was
just not something I wanted to bargain for.
Just some thoughts from a fellow titanium owner.
BUT, I can ride all I want and it was so wonderful to compete without
Loritab to cut the pain enough to make the distance.
Karen Everhart MEd Co-founder and Executive Director Rainbow Meadows
Rescue and Retirement, Inc. Serving the equine companions who have so loyally
served us... www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com 620-725-3402
Owner/Operator Horse Calls - Equine Management Solutions Centered
Riding Instructor Distance Horse Conditioning and Training www.horsecalls.com 316-648-5082
