Guest guest Posted May 27, 2001 Report Share Posted May 27, 2001 Hi there,from the UK<br><br>My first posting, I have been suffering from knee probs for over 4 years, last year I had a lateral release, and now a year on I am in a worse state than I was before. I have had physio for months, reflexogy, and finally my consultant told me there is nothing else can be done. I can hardly walk 20 yards sit for long periods, kneeling is impossible, well I am sure I don't have to go into the other dam painful details. I am unable to work so now going to try and get a Disability Benefit. But I still do not know what my condition is, my GP has only what was diagnosed 3 years ago. Well that enuff of my story, just wanted to say hi<br><br>Gordo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 27, 2001 Report Share Posted May 27, 2001 Hi Gordo, Sorry to hear you're having such a tough time. I'm in the U.S. and have no idea what a consultant's role is in the U.K. Sounds like you need someone willing to work harder for you. Could your pain be arthritis? Why did you have the lr in the first place? Keep smiling, jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 27, 2001 Report Share Posted May 27, 2001 hi jan,<br><br>A consultant, is specalist at hospital in fact he was the most qualified guy in my area. The reason for Op was Patella/tendernitis linked with Osgood schlatters disease. I have had approx 10 months physio, ultrasound, reflexology, and various medications. The only way I get any relief from pain is total rest coupled with P/killers. <br>I am waiting to go for a second opinion at another hospital out of my area, which I hope will come up with something else.<br>My life has had to change completely, I used to be a painter decorater, keen sportsman, hiker and loved DIY... All the things I cannot do now. I was always interested in computers now I am teaching myself DTP/web design and maintanence. In the hope of being able to earn a living at these.<br>Depression is another enemy of mine just lately, having a battle some days simply to get up and even eat. But the more active I keep my mind the easier it gets.<br><br>Thanx for the mail, the computer is the source for most of my contact.<br><br>Take care<br><br>Gordo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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