Dave Winters Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 I'll need all I can get, and I have always drawn strength from the Good Karma and Aloha Spirit from the Bomber Community. Good news is I'll have some time to do some movie editing. Thanks in advance.... Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allee Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 Good luck, Dave! My dad had a knee replacement three years ago - hope your luck is better than his - he got blood clots and had to quit drinking for six months :) Be sure to let us know how it's all going in rehab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursle Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 Good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobD Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Some one I know had both knees replaced in November. He hasn't been off his skis since late Febuary. Says He feels like a sports car (after being a beaten up truck for years). I met a guy on the lift in late Feb, who had one done in Oct and the other in Nov. It was his first time out skiing on the new knees and was very impressed with them. Hope you have as good an experience as they did. BobD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patmoore Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 All the best to you Dave! At 61 I've undergone three knee surgeries and have been told the next step is replacement. The Ortho says to hold off as long as I can. I guess the theory is that the technology will continue to improve. A good friend in his seventies underwent double knee replacement two years ago and is skiing better than he has in years. Take some in comfort in that. Keep us posted on your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vapor Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Good luck, Dave! My dad had a knee replacement three years ago - hope your luck is better than his - he got blood clots and had to quit drinking for six months :)Be sure to let us know how it's all going in rehab. For the love of god he had to quit for six months:eek: Best time of the year to have it done. get strong for next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 All the best for your speedy recovery Dave. Put that Maverick in full view for good energy and inspiration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Dave, East coast Carvefathers are on your side. I know you will get through this with great results. Remember once they get you moving you have about 60 days to get as much range of motion as you can and thats IT, so work your ass off. Please Keep me posted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.T. Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Wish me luck on my knee replacement surgery Holy cow, Dave. You're too young for that crap. Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. Aloha, Dustin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Prokopiw Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I don't know anyone who regrets their knee replacements.Good luck and a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike T Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Dave, best of luck! Hopefully your recovery will go well and I will actually make it to SES this year, and I will buy you a tasty beverage of your choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Best of luck Dave. You are going to need two solid knees to keep up with the "Mini-Carver" :D My Dad FINALLY got a full hip replacement and it has been absolutely awesome! He put up with pain for far to long. Be thinking of you. Bryan When are you scheduled to have the surgery? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor VonRippington Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I had no idea this was on your agenda Dave. I'm sure when it's all said and done your quality of life will be greatly improved! All the best for a speedy recovery Dave! Please keep us updated - Thor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groovastic Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Good luck Dave! I've had some knee surgeries mysely and it never feels comfortable, so be strong man! And take your post operation therapy as serious as possible! There is a reason why someone invented it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carvediem Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 all the best!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Ong Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 Good luck Dave, Waited till after the winter eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big mario Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 Looking foward to riding with the master of flow next winter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
two_ravens Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 Don't personally know anyone who has had knee replacement, but know several folks with new hips and shoulders - all of them have had great results! Here's wishing you a most successful surgery and recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Winters Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Firstly, thank you very much to all who sent along the best wishes. I'm out of the hospital, and resting at home. Fairly comfortable, thanks to Oxycodone and Valium and my loving family and friends like you all. The surgery went very well, no problems.. My first P.T. sesh is today, so I'm looking forward to getting some range of motion started. Some sources of inspiration: -My buddy Jay, a surfer and former snowboarder, brought by a book: Eddie Would Go, a biography of Eddie Aikau. -The Today Show, of all things, which I haven't watched in many years... Willard Scott does a shout-out to centegenarians, and some lady was 118!!! -The view of the ski hill out my back door, which by the way still does not show a single spot of dirt, especially since we had 6" new snow night before last. So, again, thanks. I'll keep you in the loop on my progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 EXCELLENT!! Thanks for the update Dave! Happy to hear the surgery went as expected. Please let us know how it progresses. Bryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy T. Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 That's good to hear Dave. Best of luck with the PT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman0177 Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 Good luck Dave. Don't envy you at all, but hopefully the short term pain will be worth the long term gain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Firstly, thank you very much to all who sent along the best wishes. I'm out of the hospital, and resting at home. Fairly comfortable, thanks to Oxycodone and Valium and my loving family and friends like you all.The surgery went very well, no problems.. My first P.T. sesh is today, so I'm looking forward to getting some range of motion started. Some sources of inspiration: -My buddy Jay, a surfer and former snowboarder, brought by a book: Eddie Would Go, a biography of Eddie Aikau. -The Today Show, of all things, which I haven't watched in many years... Willard Scott does a shout-out to centegenarians, and some lady was 118!!! -The view of the ski hill out my back door, which by the way still does not show a single spot of dirt, especially since we had 6" new snow night before last. So, again, thanks. I'll keep you in the loop on my progress. How goes it Dave? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norman Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Hey DAVE , Congratulations on the new knee or is that knees.All my best on a speedy recovery buddy.Tell me all about it next year when i see you . Norman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoelP Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Hey Dave, I'm not on the site much these days so I'm sorry I didn't get to send my thoughts earlier. I'm sending good vibes now. I'm sitting under swaying palm trees now and my best of luck is blowing your way. Joel presently on South Padre island kitesurfing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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