Hello, I am wondering how I will cope up with my arthritis once sleeve is done...how will I walk a lot without pain killers...

I know walking is very important after this operation..

Pre-op and post-op I have lost 37 pounds, another 63 to go. So far, my knees are a LOT better. They both have replacements, but I still have range of motion and nerve damage pain, which has subsided quite a bit. I had bad femoral nerve pain which is gone since my belly doesn't lay on the nerve line now. I was due in early December for a spinal epidural for sciatica, but have not had to make the appointment yet.

I take Hydrocodone for arthritis and hip pain, but have not had to take any since October. I am walking easier and with better posture since my belly is not pulling me over so much. So far, color me happy. I am just now a month post-op on January 23, and am pleased with the health benefits that I am seeing already.

Pre-op and post-op I have lost 37 pounds, another 63 to go. So far, my knees are a LOT better. They both have replacements, but I still have range of motion and nerve damage pain, which has subsided quite a bit. I had bad femoral nerve pain which is gone since my belly doesn't lay on the nerve line now. I was due in early December for a spinal epidural for sciatica, but have not had to make the appointment yet. I take Hydrocodone for arthritis and hip pain, but have not had to take any since October. I am walking easier and with better posture since my belly is not pulling me over so much. So far, color me happy. I am just now a month post-op on January 23, and am pleased with the health benefits that I am seeing already.

Miss Mac, you have no idea how inspiring this was to hear. I have severe spinal stenosis and arthritis as well as Degenerative Disk Disease. Neuro said once weight was gone the pressure should be eased on my spine and joints. You've definitely given me hope!!

April

April, I had a three level fusion in my neck last Valentine's Day 2013. I was scheduled for a three level lumbar/sacral repair (because of the sciatica), in late October, but an unexpected case of ischemic colitis interfered and took priority.

The neurologist came to see me in the hospital, since I had been admitted to the neurology wing first. He said he thought it might be o k to proceed with the sleeve gastrectomy since it was already scheduled for December, in hopes that the weight loss itself would be enough to put things off for a while.

I am soooo glad we put the spine surgery off. I am feeling so much better already, Good luck with your recovery.

Thanks!!! I'm thinking your post made my day!!! Keep up the amazing work!!

thanks a lot.... but we all do loose weight isnt it....the first few kgs are important. then we can start walking and other exercises...

Hello, I am wondering how I will cope up with my arthritis once sleeve is done...how will I walk a lot without pain killers...

I know walking is very important after this operation..

I have Fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease cervical and lumbar, siatica, and cervical stenosis. I had my sirgery Aug 01, 2013. My pain doc ordered physical therapy to begin Sep 01. I went to PT until Dec 31. My pain doc also ordered liquid versions of all my medication.

If you can, go to physical therapy and use a recumbent bike first and build up to walking on the treadmill next.