Got Bad News today 10/8/2007

[Jeff Silvey]

Let me start the picture. I got hurt about a month ago at work (WC) . Well we did therapy for a month still no releif . I had an MRI on thursday of last week. Well today a had an appointment with the doctor today he said I had a torn meniscus deep inside . I said I know something was wrong. Well now I have to wait till WC saids its ok to fix. Well at least we are moving in the I hope the right direction . I was starting to get back to work on my demo . BIL will help . Well thats got to wait health more importance .
Wish me luck if would please. Scoping at this time is unknown.
Jeff

[Jeff M]

Jeff,

If you have a torn miniscus in your knee, it's my understanding that surgery to repair it is quite successful. Good luck...sure beats arthritis of the knee, I can tell you.

...Jeff

[Bigdog]

Good luck with it Jeff! We'll be thinkin' about you.

[David C]

Hope and wish you the best, David C

[VinceD]

I'm sure the repair will go perfectly. We are pulling for you.

[spiveyman]

Ouch. I certainly hope you get better and whatever treatments you receive work flawlessly! Take it easy for a little bit!!!

[evielboweviel]

had mine scoped over 7 years ago for a torn miniscus, walking the same day
ron

[Barnyard]

Jeff, Good luck and I hope all goes well. I know how that WC can go.

[Into Tractors]

Jeff, know the feeling. I've had both knee's done (one 3X) about 10yrs ago. Then I had the back surgery about 4-5 yrs ago.

The knee surgery didn't scare me too bad, but the back surgery did.

Although my B-Ball days are over now, as well as any sport for that matter, I get along fine. As far as my knee's are concerned, I'm A-OK these days. Still have the occasional ache and pain in them, but the surgeries went well and no major problems.

Take it easy fellow Hoosier, we'll be thinking about you.

[junkman1946]

Wormens Comp is quick to tell you your OK to go back to work- but they take their sweet time approving treatment to actually get you back in shape. I started with Carpal Tunnell in my left fingers 1 1/2 yrs. ago. Thought Id get it fixed before I retired- had sugery- Dr. cut a nerve controlling the palm of my hand. Fingers now fine- palm of hand dead. After 6 mos. of trying to convince Ins. Co. that I wasnt faking, had second surgery, temporary relief for about 2 monthes then the nerve seperated again. After 1 1/2 yrs. out of work,everyone is scratching their heads what to do next. They think I can do a job thats taken 2 hands to do for 39 yrs. and all of a sudden do it with one hand. Frank

[PageRob]

I'm certain things will go well. I've known several folks who've had knee surgery, and not a one has turned out ill.

[trac48]

I'm certain things will go well. I've known several folks who've had knee surgery, and not a one has turned out ill.

my wife and I will keep you in the night prayers

[farmallcub49]

From one smokeater to another, keep a stiff upper lip and we are praying for you here!

Best of Luck

[brown5490]

I'll be praying for you. Hope everything turns out great

[TexCub]

My Mom had knee surgery a few months ago after falling in the ditch in front of my house. Several doctors told her she was too old and would have to get used to the idea of walking with a cane for the rest of her life. She spent a lot of time and effort finding the right Doc, but after a few months of recovery she's as good as new. We'll be thinking of you and hope it all goes well!!!


Dave