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What Is The Fair Assessment Of Life In Case Of Arthritis?
I am 60 years old and recently had a medial meniscus tear cleaned up...I have also been diagnosed with grade 3 arthritis of the knees...I am moderately over weight (20 lbs) and have been and wish to remain acive with golf, exercise, yard work, home improvements and the like...what is a fair assessment of life going forward?
Mon, 5 Oct 2015
Answer: Hello,
I have studied your case.
I will advise x ray to see present knee status.
if its just grade 3 you may do all your activities till next 5 years with pain .,
reduce your weight that will increase your knee joint life span indirectly
avoid squatting, crossed leg sitting and sitting on floor
instead use chair
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Take care.
I have studied your case.
I will advise x ray to see present knee status.
if its just grade 3 you may do all your activities till next 5 years with pain .,
reduce your weight that will increase your knee joint life span indirectly
avoid squatting, crossed leg sitting and sitting on floor
instead use chair
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Take care.
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