Down for the count.

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  1. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    Just back from surgi-center. Left knee all cleaned out and I'm feeling pretty good now. I'll keep you all updated as the week progresses. Hopefully riding by the end of Feb. :beer:
     
    Johnny Dirt, Jan 24, 2008
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    At least it's raining so nobody is out there.....heal up quick!
     
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  3. ChariotsOfTires

    ChariotsOfTires Fenceline/Hewhobendspoles

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    Bummer on the Knee. Hope recovery is quick and you come back stronger than before. :bang:
     
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  4. ghixon

    ghixon Look Ma - No hands!

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    Good to hear about the knee. Chicks dig scars!

    Let us know when you're healed up proper and we'll try our best to make you cry with a looooong ride...
     
    ghixon, Jan 24, 2008
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    xhuskr Powered by Guinness

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    need pain beer? gotta ya covered if needed!:wave:
     
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  6. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    Well, my surgeon was busy in the OR so I didn't get to talk to him today. I did find put that I had a partial medial menisectomy yesterday. I'm feeling pretty good today and start physical therapy on Monday. Hope everyone stays dry this weekend. I'll keep you posted.
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    Johnny Dirt, Jan 25, 2008
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    I had the same surgery back in August on my right knee. I assume your's was also arthrosopic? I was on crutches for about a week, then a cane for a few days. I started riding on the road after about 6 weeks. Didn't start trail riding until about 9 weeks, but probably could have started earlier. I think I was on only advil after one or two days.

    Good luck. Even though you feel good, your body still needs a little time to recover. Take it easy and do your stretches.
     
    katonk, Jan 25, 2008
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    Heal Fast JD! good to run into you the other day... you'll be back from that in no time.
     
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    OK, I just checked my calender, and I'm a big fat liar. I had my surgery on July 18th and I was in Mammoth on September 1st. So about 6 weeks to lift assisted riding. :bang:
     
    katonk, Jan 25, 2008
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    Yo!

    Howsabout some xray pix? We need to see the knee! And how did this occur?
     
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    j- glad to hear all went well. am sure you will be back at it before the ground drys. let me know if u need anything while your are riding the couch. heal up fast brah
     
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  12. SAR_boats

    SAR_boats Booze Bikes n Boomsticks

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    Good to hear youre doing well. Let me know if you need anything. I owe you a beer and I still have your b-day gift in my truck.
     
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    Let us know when you're ready and we'll schedule an easier ride to get your tires dirty.
     
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  14. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    Well, just back from my first PT appt. Did alot of stretching to get range of motion back to my knee. The first few reps of any stretch was the worst, but I was able to finish all 20 reps. My trainer finished off the session with a 5min spin on the stationary bike, a far cry from my trusty ol' sled, but it sure felt good to spin. I go back tomorrow for more. Oh boy!!
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  15. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    Well, day #2 of therapy and 5 days post-op. Feeling pretty good. Alot more mobility in my knee today and not so afraid to move it. I start back to work tomorrow. More therapy on Monday, then MD visit on the 18th. I should be able to start Back Bay loops after that! Never thought I would be excited about that. I'll keep you posted.
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    Johnny Dirt, Jan 29, 2008
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    good stuff J! let me know when u r ready for a rehab ride...i may know of a spot :)
     
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  17. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    It better not be a wet spot. That would contribute to trail erosion!:lol:
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    I am afriad u will have to apply your own lube before hucking
     
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  19. Johnny Dirt

    Johnny Dirt Dirt is Good!

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    :bang::bang::bang:
    8 days post-op:
    Rode the bike for 1.23 miles(around 2 blocks in a fugure 8. ) today as my wife walked the dog! I'm pretty stoked!!!
    :bang::bang::bang:
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    Waldo Lebowski Urban Achiever

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    Congrats - that's a stoker!
     
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