Mike’s Support and Communication
Biography
Mike, 71, is married with four kids and ten grandchildren. Mike played Division 1 basketball at the University of Santa Clara in the late 60’s. He continued to play basketball into his 50’s, along with tennis and golf, into his late 60’s. Mike tore his meniscus which led to other knee problems. Even by keeping himself as fit as he could, Mike could not undo the overuse of his knee after 50 years of abuse. Mike’s knee issues really only affected his ability to play sports. Mike’s surgeon told him not to wait until the last minute to have his knee replacement and advised him to build up his muscles as much as possible and then have the operation so his recovery would be easier.
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Barry Schaffer Orthopedic, Physical Therapist
Bernard, 66 Knee Replacement patient
Carol, 70 Knee Replacement patient
Cynthia, 69 Knee Replacement patient
David, 67 Knee Replacement patient
Dianna, 57 Knee Replacement caregiver
Dr. Todd Dietrick, Knee Replacement M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon, Hip and Knee Replacement
Dr. Todd Dietrick, Hip Replacement M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon, Hip and Knee Replacement
Dr. Larry Door MD Orthopedic Surgeon, Hip replacement
Helen, 60 Hip Replacement patient
Jeri Ward R.N. BSN, PHN Orthopedic Nurse Certified
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Leanne, 58 Hip Replacement patient
Liza, 59 Hip Replacement patient
Mike, 71 Knee Replacement patient
Mimi, 65 Hip Replacement patient
Richard, 62 Hip Replacement patient
Susan, 69 Knee Replacement patient
Wendy Keller Occupational Therapist
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Video Description
Mike knows he could feel sorry for himself—and did at some points—but he feels like he is relatively lucky especially when he sees people who have not had the treatment he had. He also felt he “earned” his recovery since he did all the prep work and recommended rehabilitation. But managing expectations is important, as well. His wife, who was his main caregiver, was able to tell him when he was pushing himself too far. Mike says ultimately that he knows he is “damn lucky to be doing what he is at 71.
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