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How To Lose Weight For A Total Knee Replacement?

Hi I am on DHC Continus 2 twice daily for knee pain pending a total knee replacement. I am having trouble sleeping and being comfortable because of pain II know that they are addictive can I take Imovane to try too sleep as I have tried most remedies to no avail I am a 68 year old woman with no major health problems I have just lost 29kgs and I have to loose another 18kg before I cab have the knee replacement. can u advise me. l
Mon, 28 Jan 2019
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Hello,

You can make the necessary diet modifications.

Avoid fat and oily foods.

You can seek help from a nutritionist also.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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How To Lose Weight For A Total Knee Replacement?

Hello, You can make the necessary diet modifications. Avoid fat and oily foods. You can seek help from a nutritionist also. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician