Back in June I joined the Perry County Recreation Pool in Duncannon. I grew up a competitor swimmer but haven't been in a pool to swim laps for quite a few years (except for an occasional lap swim in a pool while on vacation). First Day there I swam 8 laps. I believe the pool is 25 yards long. The second day I swam a quarter of a mile and did 15 minutes of leg aerobics. I increased to a half a mile. AND My knees felt so much better after being back in the pool. Will miss it terribly. Earliest I might be able to get back in pool is after stitches removed on August 21.
I also took hikers there for a break from the heat. We had a great time.
I am a bit nervous about the knee replacement tomorrow, August 7. I have worked hard to get everything done before I go - getting 2 weeks worth of chores done in a week! Almost done!
I will need help for awhile after I get home because I won't be able to drive for 6 - 8 weeks. UGH! I will be messaging my friends who have offered to help through facebook in a group message about when and what I need help with.
I expect to be in hospital for 6 days: 3 days Holy Spirit for operation, 3 days rehab since I live alone.
Hopefully my recovery won't be too bad. I am scared because of the stories I have been told about the pain! If anyone wants to stop in and visit or check up on me it would be greatly appreciated because I can't drive for 6 - 8 weeks.
IN JUNE AND JULY I HAD THREE APPOINTMENTS WITH MY GENERAL PRACTITIONER. Dr. Bibosa retired. I now have Dr Mario Abad.
The reasons for appointments were feeling faint to almost passing out frequently, severe pain in back, and regular check up with blood tests.
Several blood pressure checks at other doctor appointments were low as was the blood pressure check with Dr Abad on June 29 - 101/62. Dr Abad changed my blood pressure medicine to a lower dose - 5 mg.
He had me do several things with my arms to determine what was causing the severe back pain. He said that it is muscle but could be related to the kidney. Piss test showed blood in my urine so he ordered an ultrasound. He also prescribed a pain med for my back pain to take as needed. The ultra sound showed no problems. I have taken the pain med only twice and used my massage chair. The pain in my back is rare now.
As a result of the blood tests he also took me off of Metformin for diabetes stating that I am controlling it with my diet. Follow up appointment with the doctor to check my blood pressure found it a little high - 148/68. But doctor did not change medication. July 13 Test Results (losing weight has helped my health):
P.S. Received Senior Citizen Rent Rebate check. Used some of it to get diabetic test strips and needles and new blood pressure cuff so I can keep an eye on those two things!
