It’s been a little over 2 weeks since the knee injection. The initial result has been satisfactory. I have noted decreased swelling of what had been chronic in the knee for the past 9 months. I have increased my range of motion without the same pain I had previously. I have more confidence. This is …
There’s a million ways to die. There’s death from old age, sometimes referred to natural causes. There’s death from an illness. Death from trauma or accident. We definitely don’t have a choice in many of these cases. I guess a better way to state this would be chose what we want when we do die, …
The good new is that in all medical procedures we aim to first do no harm. No harm done. My experience was pleasant, spent at least 45 minutes with my Doctor reviewing the procedure, my expectations and post operative concerns. I guess that’s part of the beauty of a cash pay option for these sorts …
Stem cell therapy arthritic knee 1 week thoughts Read More »
I have direct experience with how this industry operates. The government regulates them fairly strictly and States perform audits on a routine basis. The homes are frequently horrific in how they care for our elders and chronically ill. This is not to say there aren’t many dedicated professionals that work in the industry that do …
I have been hard on my knees and other weight bearing joints. Years of athletics from Football, basketball, skiing, career back breaking labor and the like. I have witnessed what I refer to as a “Rite of Passage” These are commonplace surgeries such as knee and hip replacement. I have also seen, as a Geriatrician, …
Hang in there with me while I write this without getting too upset. Lets be honest, coronavirus is most prevalent in enclosed spaces where many people are gathered. Rest homes, Skilled Nursing. Hospitals!.. I am an outdoor guy. I have always loved being outside in big country. That’s the reason I live in Reno. Open …
The vulnerable have been let down, we are the scapegoats Read More »
Let’s face it, it really sucks getting old. We think slower, our body heals slower and it seems like anytime we are around others of the same age all we do is talk about how messed up our bodies have become. Admittedly I have not been easy on my body. Running a lot back when …