Saw the orthopedic surgeon today - good news!

[Katie H]

Had an appointment with my orthopedic doctor today for information on my corkscrew-shaped right index finger. Good old "arthur-itis" has seen fit to reconfigure it.

I'll be having surgery near the end of October to have a pin inserted at the tip of the finger into the first joint to fuse it, followed by a new knuckle inserted into the joint below the first joint.

Surgery in the morning. Home by late afternoon.

I'm more than ready. The constant pain is getting beyond tolerable, and I have a high tolerance for pain, but enough is enough!

 

[jennyema]

Yeah! Great that you are taking care of it! A new knuckle? That’s super interesting ….

I’m similar… but with my right hip. I also have a high tolerance for pain but this is untenable…. January for me

 

[Rocklobster]

Best of luck and a speedy recovery!

 

[Kathleen]

Take care of yourself and get well soon!

 

[taxlady]

Sending positive vibes to both of you. That sounds beneficial. Pain, especially constant pain, drains energy and at our age, we don't need that.

 

[Lee Vining]

Good to read!