Shambam1962

I honestly don’t know what they’re thinking. I received an email from the hospital, telling me I had to fill out the questionnaire, and if I failed to fill it out, it could jeapardise my position on the waiting list. I received the exact same questionnaire 3 times over the 9th, 11th and 13 November. I tried emailing and ringing them to no avail, and no reply.

My GP told me that they don’t like giving you a knee replacement in your 50s because the replacement is only good for 10 years, and they prefer you to have it later in life. I told my GP I need it now (63) and not when I’m in my 70s as l am in constant pain and unable to have a good quality of life, and do the things I enjoy. I have had numerous cortisone injections over time and found they would work for a short time, but wasn’t very successful. Cortisone injections work for some people, but there are only so many you can have. I was given painkillers to take, but the side effects were worse than the constant pain (nausea, headaches and at worst vomiting ). I’m actually looking forward to having the operation and getting on with life 👍

Thank you all for your comments 👍 I know quite a few lads in my village who have had knee replacements done within the last few months, and are doing really well. I have a positive attitude and just want to get back to normal and hopefully no constant pain.

Yes it’s been a long time waiting. I received a NHS questionnaire, back in November asking me if I still needed the operation, and if I did, I would have to fill out the questionnaire. The questions had no relevance, to my condition, and received an update, telling me I could speak to someone, who would advise me on how to manage my daily life and how to manage the condition. Do they think the condition is just magically fixed by itself ! The orthopaedic surgeon who I had seen previously, showed me the scan of my knee and advised me to have the full knee replacement, due to the wear and tear of the joint. That’s the NHS Wales waiting list for you, a total shambles.

I have been waiting for the past 3 1/2 years to have a full knee replacement on my left knee. My brother in law went private a few years ago and paid £10,500 and had it done within a few weeks of his consultation ,but had a few problems and had to return to the clinic. His recovery was slow, but he, is all good now, and back doing his endurance cycle challenges. I received a phone call today, and the receptionist at the hospital asked if I could attend a pre-assessment check next Thursday at our local hospital, and the operation will be performed 7 - 14 days later. At present I’m in constant pain and find it difficult walking the spaniels, and tend to choose, the flat easy option and no uneven ground. At last, there’s light at the end of the tunnel, and hopefully I will be able to get back to normality once the procedure is carried out, and make a good recovery 👍 I’m just looking forward to being able to walk where I used to walk previously and not have to choose the easy terrain 🤞

Thank you all for your lovely comments, and my wife was very touched by them . Had a great day with family and friends , and long may she, have many more Birthdays 👍

I had this cake made for my wife’s 60th Birthday today and collected it this morning. The young girl who made it works with my daughter, and makes dozens of them throughout the year. This time 10 years ago my wife underwent cancer surgery on her 50th Birthday and had 9 months of chemotherapy and then followed up with 15 doses of radiotherapy. Her 50th will always stay with us , and that year was an extremely difficult time for us all as a family. Today will be different, and we will be celebrating her Birthday and all clear of cancer for the past 10 years. As you can see by the cake, it has Liquorice Allsorts sweets, which she has an addiction to. We have friends and family around tonight for her special day.

I received a parcel this morning out of the blue, and on opening the box, found a very nice selection of 17 qty antler pieces. I have a very nice selection of blackthorn sticks I cut last year and are ready to use, and come the new year, I think I’m going to be busy, making up a selection of walking sticks. I have started making up a few basic wooden boxes, to try out, as suggested by Old Boggy, for my recently turned shotgun chamber brushes, and will update when 100% happy, with how they look. A big thank you to PW member greenshank1 for sending me the very nice selection of antler pieces 👍

Very nice Chris, and well done, and the family will be chuffed to bits, receiving them 👍 Overcoming the challenges and learning as you go, is part of the fun of making things 😁 I find that, I’m my worst critic when making things, and never 100% happy and always changing or altering as I go, and imagine you are the same. Keep up the great work, and looking forward to your next project.

It will be worth the wait, I’m sure 👍

Hi Chris, how are the new design stands, coming along ?

I have purchased, lots of items previously from China and haven’t had any problems with delivery, and just be aware of the quality of some items, you’re going to purchase. My latest purchase was H62 grade brass tubes, which are a 1/3 of the price from China, than the UK, and delivered within 7-9 days with detailed tracking information. I honestly, couldn’t fault the service provided.

I purchased mine 2nd hand 10 years ago and has been faultless, and still have it.

Yes, I did view the post yesterday 👍

No problem at all, but the oval brush cover will take a bit longer to make 🙄👍