I love Brad and Bob! I want that!! I had cataract surgery last year, the fentanyl they gave me relaxed me, but I saw flashing lights during the surgery. It was rather fascinating, but no pain. Don't be afraid, it was like a psychedelic trip, not that I would know anything about that being a teenager in the 1970's!
I had cataract surgery in April of this year. They gave me a valium and it just relaxed me, but I remember the surgery. Wasn't bad at all and was over within 10 minutes. They require a driver to take you home because of taking the valium. There is no pain at all, they numb your eye really well. Love that foot massager, I may have to buy myself one for Christmas.
I hear you! I love my government retirement and I could not do a full days work like I used to. I'm in good health too, just aging related and lazy related. I don't apologize for my relaxed and lazy ways either, I worked many years in the pubilc sector and I deserve it. You do too!
That will feel great at the end of the day, and at a reasonable price (I already went on Amazon). Thanks for the reviews from you and Ron. It’s going to be a new world after your cataract surgery, you won’t regret it. Be well my friend, I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Glad to hear an update. The bob and brad site is so good and happy you got that great foot massager. There was a time when medical visits were my main social events. It lessened as i got different body parts repaired. Lol take care love.❤
Doctors want all the appointments so they can bill your insurance. That’s how they make $. I had a procedure done and they wouldn’t give me the results unless I went into the office. Just for results which turned out to be inconclusive. Crazy. Heard this morning that the US has the most expensive healthcare in the world. Fix that too RFK Jr.
I was considering the purchase of one of those foot massagers for my plantar fasciitis-until I saw the price 😳😬🙁. Enjoy it. Cataract surgery was a piece of cake for me. The second time I got along better by starting lightly applying an icepack to the temple area, and sometimes gently holding it in front of my eye. No side effects whatsoever. 👍👍
I have a foot massager lol I like it but it tickles too much! Only downside! Enjoy and take care of them tootsies!!! It’s important to takes care of our feet! Stay safe Carolyn! Much love and respect to you ❣️
Oh that foot massager is a great treat for sore feet. I have plantar fasciitis and it gives me relief from the aches and tightness . It almost puts me a sleep. Guilty purchase.
I had cataract surgery and they just gave me a little Xanax. I was completely awake. Dr puts drops in eye to numb it so I didn’t feel a thing. I drove myself to my appt the next morning and could see so good! I hope you get great results.
: ) GO Carolyn and Hawks! ! THANKS MUCH for sharing and updates :) Foot Massager looks great, but when you mentioned Pedicures, may have to do dame as being mid 70's now, tough to do, as I can;t bend over enough. Hope all you Medical appointments go well, and YES, out Healthcare is TERRIBLE :( ALL the BEST and stay WELL ! ! Cheers from Soggy PMNWest : )
Carolyn, the doctor gives you light anesthesia like if you were having a colonoscopy. No tubes down your throat like major surgery. Also, someone most definitely needs to drive you home. I had a clear hard plastic protector taped over my surgical eye plus I was a little loopy or unsteady. The procedure is relatively easy and you’ll see colors so much brighter afterwards!
2 years ago I had breast cancer. So two lumpectomies, chemo, radiation, acupuncture (for neuropathy) then needed a bunch of dental work then eye surgery (macular hole). I managed to have 83 dr appts & drove over 3k miles. All in one year. Yeow.
IvE had cataract surgery with no being put out! Weird! One appointment for diagnosis and one appt and done. 2 years later and my left needs to be done. Had one consultation and I’m booked! Only reason for wait is due to hospital not having enough time! OHIP covers it, I could have the Laser but that private and cost! I was freaked about the eye being done whilst awake but it was a piece of cake! Eat a Gummie😉
I had my cataract last march. I could not drive home. Had to go back the next day and a week later. Do exactly what they tell you! I had an IV and I was out took less than 15 minutes for the surgery. Good luck!
Weeks before the surgery they will start you on a series of eyedrops. I had at least three different kinds of drops. I know you will be fine. I was put to sleep for each cataract.
Good even, Carolyn. I pray your cataract surgery goes well. Wow! 17 doctors appointment, and I thought I had a lot. A couple of days ago, I was in so much pain I couldn't get out of my husband's truck to help him grocery shop. He stopped at a drug store and bought me Thermacare stick on patch and aspirin. 30 minutes later, I was able to shop with him. Please try those patches on your shoulder and back. I have fusions in my neck, and I dont want surgery again. The cold weather makes my nerve pain worse. ❤
That sounds like a lot of appointments. Here in NC it’s usually the initial appointment a Presurgery test. The cateract surgery and then a follow up and then one 4 weeks later. They don’t put you completely under here but yes you have to have someone drive you home.
Hi dear friend, I am not on here much, sorry for all you are going thru. Larry passed away July 18, from ALS, we were married 50 years. I can barely walk, two ruptured discs, sciatica from lifting and taking care of Larry for 5 years. Miss him so much, I live in Yuma now.
Wow, put you out for cataracts!!? I had mine done this summer. One month apart. Yes, about 10 appoints. When I went in to get the first eye done, I counted to 150 and the surgery was done. Couldn’t drive for 24 hours. I can see really well. Everything that was beige is now white!!
My Mom used to say all I do is go to doctors and look where I put things and now I know myself how hard and frustrating it is at times! I had a couple times in PT for a frozen shoulder, and another time the nerve going from the shoulder into my arm. The reason I think is tight muscles and lifting way too much as we get older. My saying now is Debbie just because you can lift things, doesn’t mean you should! The good news is PT though painful I got full use in my arm and shoulder. Took months, and my PT told me after I really thought you were going to have to have shoulder surgery, but you toughed it out, most people take the surgery, but I figured too many times people regret having shoulder surgery, and after you still have to go to PT. The only I’d change is try to find a PT that also incorporates not just ice and heat after a session but light massage to try to loosen the muscles, and in between appointments if you could maybe pay for a massage for your whole body occasionally. Good luck Carolyn, and don’t over do things that stress your body ! I know easier said than done!😊
I wish you would go on carnivore. In the past, I’ve had 2 back surgeries and had the diagnosis of degenerative disc disease, but after I went carnivore my DDD is in remission. It’s not progressing at all. I used to have sciatica issues quite often. Not Anymore! It’s been 18 months, no pain. This WOE is amazing. Best prescription for getting old.
I hear you when it comes to doctor appointments. I go in for a biopsy on Monday and it is spokie as in the same lung where I had cancer before but was able to get rid of that,. Could write a book on what i've been through, Oh well. Merry Christmas to you and Ron. Love ya
Carolyn, you don't want to be awake for this surgery. I have had it done and I was asleep for my first eye and all was wonderful. Then for my second eye it was a different Anesthesiologist and he said he would not put me to sleep like the first Anesthesiologist. Let me tell you, he gave me just enough medication to put me out at the beginning and I woke up during the procedure and it hurt like the dickens! I saw when my lens was taken out of my eye to put in the new one. You don't want to be awake! Now I don't know if you're just having the cataracts removed or if you are having new eye lenses put in like I did. I have cataracts taken out and lens and new ones put in. I hear you sweetheart. This is all we seem to do now that we are at this age is appts after appts. Really? I really like the Bob and Brad foot massager! I should get one. This would put me to sleep. I love having my feet massaged. I Love you!
I had my right eye done and I was completely out, I didn’t know what was going on. And I had a lot of appointments too, which I don’t understand just like you. They’re waiting to do my left eye because it’s not that bad and I’m 69 years old
My cataract surgeries were the easiest surgeries I have had. I was also put under, but not all the way under so they say. But it’s a very simple surgery. In your shoulder, is it your rotator cuff?
You will be so happy once you get those cataracts done. I don't know anyone who did not have anesthesia ..it's light but you won't know what is going on. If you do- ask for more anesthesia. The minute they started putting that metal thing on my eye, I said put me under now. The lights will get brighter after the surgery. I couldn't believe how much I had been missing. I don't know why so many appts but they go by quickly. If you do not have someone to drive you home they will not do the cataract surgery. That was the way it was in my case. Also removing the cataract goes quickly. I think it took 20 min for each of my eyes. Good luck. It made such a difference for me.
@@WNCBlueRidgeBlondie1 I didn’t have anesthesia, just a little Valium to help relax me. But the dr numbed my eyes with drops so never felt a thing. I was awake and talking to the dr during surgery. He also put in stents in my eyes for the pressure. It was the easiest surgery I ever had. I’m glad you did well with the surgery.
You get anesthesia but it's very mild. I heard everything my surgeon said to me Carolyn why your surgeon said you wouldn't remember I have no idea. Those foot massagers are wonderful but unfortunately people who are prone to blood clots such as myself should not use them and you shouldn't use it with a heart condition either I have CHF and it is not recommended. It's awful when you have so many things wrong with you and so limited on what you can and cannot do.❤
I was awake, it was weird when he took catarac off looked like clydascope. The new lense on eye has rx in it, but on the way home colors were so bright. Seemed I was looking through every thing with a brown coating. Couple months later had to have lenses laser surgery they fogg up both eyes, did that.
Nice massager. Once you start going to the dr, that's it, lol. They continue the visits. My inlaws moved in with us when they couldn't care for themselves. No kidding, the first month 21 dr visits of various types, ridiculous. My goodness they were going to cute those 90 yr olds! I too would rather be in twilight for eye surgery. Good luck. 🙂👍
I know what you mean Carolyn, I know the older I get the more aches and pains I feel. It’s always something and since I fractured my back my life is never going to be the same. I hope your eye surgery goes well. Ask the doctor if a cortisone shot will help your shoulder. 🥰
I had my cataract eye surgeries done ending in last December. I was awake but felt as if I were sleeping. I didn’t get an injection and my son went with me both times and drive me home but we went out to eat afterwards at a restaurant, too. The foot massager looks nice. I get foot Charlie horses so I am thinking that give me more of them.😆😆😆 I have a bad back. A physical therapist put a belt around my back that was attached to an electric pulley and he used 15# of weights on an electric pulley and it pulled my upper body down for about 45 minutes and he ruined me. You know what I would like to do him???😡😡😡. I have been in pain ever since. How do they get away with it????? I agree. The insurance companies vet their doctors and if they prescribe a medicine, seems as if the flunky office girl has to approve it. Why don’t they trust their doctors and let us get the medicines. Job creators that cost too much extra money in my opinion. They loused up everything in trying to employ more people that they don’t need. I think that the eye drops numbed my eye and I was awake but also felt as if I had fallen asleep but heard they when they talked to me. Like the twilight zone. Eye drops for a long time afterwards. Is amazing his bright the world is again. I only need readers now for reading and computer but not for driving.
You will want to be asleep, I was given a choice. As it is, the IV wasn't inserted correctly, so I woke up in the middle & yelled "this looks psychedelic!", I was seeing red swirls, so I was dosed again. I had the left eye done in August of 2023, right eye in September. I have great vision now, no contacts or glasses for first time since I was 8 years old. No, you can't drive yourself home. Spouse had his done 2 years ago, he also wanted to be knocked out, & he's a tough guy. And I get what you're saying about medical appointments, that seems like the only thing on my calendar, oh yeah & vet appts, my dogs are getting old, too.😳Positive vibes to you, it will be OK!
OMGosh CC we must be living the same life. I have degenerative disk disease for 45 years. And I will have my cataracts removed this next year. AND Macular degeneration prevents me from driving at night as I have the "halo" effect with lights at night. Rediculous!
No you cant drive home. I couldnt see to drive at night.once I had surgery I could see things I hadnt seen for years!! I was put to sleep for my surgery.
You will be kind of awake…can’t feel anything. Can’t drive home. I never had 10 appointments for my cataract surgery. I had my surgery over 5 years ago and had great results.
Well! What a surprise! It's great to see you. Oh, this medical situation , in my mind , shows how far away we have come from a country united, to the greedy sad face of today. I had swelling in my ankles. Go to reg dr. She sends me to a kidney dr, sends me to a heart dr, sends me to a vein dr, sends me to get a colonoscopy, a mammogram, and with every dr, I had to get at least 3 test. Some were duplicate . Never found out why my ankles were swollen. All the drs wanted to do is test and meds. I said, I'm done. I don't want to be a part of this theft. I hate this part of getting older...the pain and the forgetfulness. But , in my group. its down to the last 3 girls. Everyone else is gone. Can't figure how we made it. On that note. I know you will do great though cataract surgery. I figure we can only go up from here!.. I'm wishing you a speedy recovery and a great NEW YEAR!🎉👀💖
Feet massages are wonderful….maybe as wonderful as someone brushing your hair then gently massaging your head. Getting old suks…but retirement is awesome.
Carolyn, do you think it could be because of your shaking? maybe that's why they are putting you to sleep. Please take care. You will get through it all.
Is this foot massager for helping people who have edema in their feet? Looks like it might. I have non working bits as well. Need to put into an order for new body parts. I am having steroid injections in my spine in January. It took two appointments. One for the scan, one with doctor over the phone looking at my results and discussing what can be done to help me walk better and relieve pain. The date to have the injections will be 3rd appointment. I can't complain. I had a heart attack (not a bad one) That only took 2 appointments. One in hospital, one to do procedure for stent. Your medical system is big business, nothing to do with health care. No system is perfect. They all have their issues. 👋🇨🇦
You can’t drive home. You need a driver. 2 years later I have a film on my eyes so that needs to be lasered off. When you get home after the surgery you will be surprised how dirty your house is that you never saw.,
It’s all about the money. Every op. Is money in the Dr. pockets. medical is not about the patient and making them well any longer it’s about how rich the Dr. can get now.
I love Brad and Bob! I want that!! I had cataract surgery last year, the fentanyl they gave me relaxed me, but I saw flashing lights during the surgery. It was rather fascinating, but no pain. Don't be afraid, it was like a psychedelic trip, not that I would know anything about that being a teenager in the 1970's!
I had both eyes done. One pre exam, the 2 surgeries, and 1 follow up. That’s it. You’re going to love having it done!! 😀👍
I Had Cataract Surgery On Both Of My Eyes And Can See So Much Better. You Will Be Amazed How Much Better Your Vision Will Be.
years ago, one of my aunts had one of those recliners that literally massages you from head to toe, it was so wonderful to sit in that chair.
I had cataract surgery in April of this year. They gave me a valium and it just relaxed me, but I remember the surgery. Wasn't bad at all and was over within 10 minutes. They require a driver to take you home because of taking the valium. There is no pain at all, they numb your eye really well. Love that foot massager, I may have to buy myself one for Christmas.
I hear you! I love my government retirement and I could not do a full days work like I used to. I'm in good health too, just aging related and lazy related. I don't apologize for my relaxed and lazy ways either, I worked many years in the pubilc sector and I deserve it. You do too!
We do, don't we?!
That will feel great at the end of the day, and at a reasonable price (I already went on Amazon). Thanks for the reviews from you and Ron. It’s going to be a new world after your cataract surgery, you won’t regret it. Be well my friend, I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Thanks so much!
Glad to hear an update. The bob and brad site is so good and happy you got that great foot massager. There was a time when medical visits were my main social events. It lessened as i got different body parts repaired. Lol take care love.❤
Congratulations on foot massager! ❤❤
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I love mine. Keep it next to my bed so if I have a flare up I just plug it in and run it. Love it.
I woke up in the middle of both of my eyes. But so glad I had it done!
Hugs to you beautiful and wonderful Carolyn. 🥰😍❤️🤗🌸
Love hugs n prayers for you n Ron n your fur baby
Getting old is not for sissies! Big farma!!! Ron will take care of you!!
Doctors want all the appointments so they can bill your insurance. That’s how they make $. I had a procedure done and they wouldn’t give me the results unless I went into the office. Just for results which turned out to be inconclusive. Crazy. Heard this morning that the US has the most expensive healthcare in the world. Fix that too RFK Jr.
Yep
Most Dr's ofc download test results onto their portal; that you can log onto.
I was considering the purchase of one of those foot massagers for my plantar fasciitis-until I saw the price 😳😬🙁. Enjoy it. Cataract surgery was a piece of cake for me. The second time I got along better by starting lightly applying an icepack to the temple area, and sometimes gently holding it in front of my eye. No side effects whatsoever. 👍👍
I have a foot massager lol I like it but it tickles too much! Only downside! Enjoy and take care of them tootsies!!! It’s important to takes care of our feet!
Stay safe Carolyn! Much love and respect to you ❣️
Oh that foot massager is a great treat for sore feet. I have plantar fasciitis and it gives me relief from the aches and tightness . It almost puts me a sleep. Guilty purchase.
That’s so awesome! I’m getting one for myself and my neuropathy for Christmas! Merry Christmas to you and Ron. And to your son.❤
Merry Christmas!
I’m going to get that foot massager oh yeah it looks wonderful
I had cataract surgery and they just gave me a little Xanax. I was completely awake. Dr puts drops in eye to numb it so I didn’t feel a thing.
I drove myself to my appt the next morning and could see so good! I hope you get great results.
Yes, I just bought one of the foot massagers as well! I've watched many of Bob and Brad's videos. Thanks for sharing!
You’ll love it!
They have the same thing for hands,wrist,i use all the time for my rhumatoid arthritis.Its as you say HEAVENLY. Helps pain,
: ) GO Carolyn and Hawks! ! THANKS MUCH for sharing and updates :) Foot Massager looks great, but when you mentioned Pedicures, may have to do dame as being mid 70's now, tough to do, as I can;t bend over enough. Hope all you Medical appointments go well, and YES, out Healthcare is TERRIBLE :( ALL the BEST and stay WELL ! ! Cheers from Soggy PMNWest : )
Hope everything goes well with the docs. Yes, the system sucks for healthcare. Pretty cool foot massager.
Carolyn, the doctor gives you light anesthesia like if you were having a colonoscopy. No tubes down your throat like major surgery. Also, someone most definitely needs to drive you home. I had a clear hard plastic protector taped over my surgical eye plus I was a little loopy or unsteady. The procedure is relatively easy and you’ll see colors so much brighter afterwards!
Very nice video. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a great New Years.
Thanks! You too!
2 years ago I had breast cancer. So two lumpectomies, chemo, radiation, acupuncture (for neuropathy) then needed a bunch of dental work then eye surgery (macular hole). I managed to have 83 dr appts & drove over 3k miles. All in one year. Yeow.
That is quite a year, I hope you are doing better now.
IvE had cataract surgery with no being put out! Weird! One appointment for diagnosis and one appt and done. 2 years later and my left needs to be done. Had one consultation and I’m booked! Only reason for wait is due to hospital not having enough time! OHIP covers it, I could have the Laser but that private and cost! I was freaked about the eye being done whilst awake but it was a piece of cake! Eat a Gummie😉
You sound like me! Shoulder reverse surgery in July. It still hurts but not like it did. Healing and having pt now.
I had my cataract last march. I could not drive home. Had to go back the next day and a week later. Do exactly what they tell you! I had an IV and I was out took less than 15 minutes for the surgery. Good luck!
Weeks before the surgery they will start you on a series of eyedrops. I had at least three different kinds of drops. I know you will be fine. I was put to sleep for each cataract.
Good even, Carolyn. I pray your cataract surgery goes well. Wow! 17 doctors appointment, and I thought I had a lot. A couple of days ago, I was in so much pain I couldn't get out of my husband's truck to help him grocery shop. He stopped at a drug store and bought me Thermacare stick on patch and aspirin. 30 minutes later, I was able to shop with him. Please try those patches on your shoulder and back. I have fusions in my neck, and I dont want surgery again. The cold weather makes my nerve pain worse. ❤
That sounds like a lot of appointments. Here in NC it’s usually the initial appointment a Presurgery test. The cateract surgery and then a follow up and then one 4 weeks later. They don’t put you completely under here but yes you have to have someone drive you home.
I have worked in Foodservice around 35 years, and it hasn't got any easier, its always hard, but as we age, and I have ankle problems, it gets harder.
Both times I had cataract surgery I was put to sleep.
Hi dear friend, I am not on here much, sorry for all you are going thru. Larry passed away July 18, from ALS, we were married 50 years. I can barely walk, two ruptured discs, sciatica from lifting and taking care of Larry for 5 years. Miss him so much, I live in Yuma now.
I'm so sorry for your loss. 😔
Prayers, Carolyn... 🙏💚🙏
✨️🍃🥰 🎶 💞I want one of those for sure🍃👏
Wow, put you out for cataracts!!?
I had mine done this summer. One month apart. Yes, about 10 appoints.
When I went in to get the first eye done, I counted to 150 and the surgery was done.
Couldn’t drive for 24 hours.
I can see really well. Everything that was beige is now white!!
I'm so excited
My Mom used to say all I do is go to doctors and look where I put things and now I know myself how hard and frustrating it is at times! I had a couple times in PT for a frozen shoulder, and another time the nerve going from the shoulder into my arm. The reason I think is tight muscles and lifting way too much as we get older. My saying now is Debbie just because you can lift things, doesn’t mean you should! The good news is PT though painful I got full use in my arm and shoulder. Took months, and my PT told me after I really thought you were going to have to have shoulder surgery, but you toughed it out, most people take the surgery, but I figured too many times people regret having shoulder surgery, and after you still have to go to PT. The only I’d change is try to find a PT that also incorporates not just ice and heat after a session but light massage to try to loosen the muscles, and in between appointments if you could maybe pay for a massage for your whole body occasionally. Good luck Carolyn, and don’t over do things that stress your body ! I know easier said than done!😊
It gets pitch black here by 4:30pm, in Washington, but you probably experienced that!
Same in Alabama. I hope we get rid of Daylight savings time.
Yes. And it gets dark here much earlier than Washington during the summer.
I wish you would go on carnivore. In the past, I’ve had 2 back surgeries and had the diagnosis of degenerative disc disease, but after I went carnivore my DDD is in remission. It’s not progressing at all. I used to have sciatica issues quite often. Not Anymore! It’s been 18 months, no pain. This WOE is amazing. Best prescription for getting old.
I'm mostly carnivore.
Love when you had your hair cut in the bob
Best wishes.
Is it one size fits all ❤
I hear you when it comes to doctor appointments. I go in for a biopsy on Monday and it is spokie as in the same lung where I had cancer before but was able to get rid of that,. Could write a book on what i've been through, Oh well. Merry Christmas to you and Ron. Love ya
I hope everything goes well for you.
Carolyn, you don't want to be awake for this surgery. I have had it done and I was asleep for my first eye and all was wonderful. Then for my second eye it was a different Anesthesiologist and he said he would not put me to sleep like the first Anesthesiologist. Let me tell you, he gave me just enough medication to put me out at the beginning and I woke up during the procedure and it hurt like the dickens! I saw when my lens was taken out of my eye to put in the new one. You don't want to be awake! Now I don't know if you're just having the cataracts removed or if you are having new eye lenses put in like I did. I have cataracts taken out and lens and new ones put in. I hear you sweetheart. This is all we seem to do now that we are at this age is appts after appts. Really? I really like the Bob and Brad foot massager! I should get one. This would put me to sleep. I love having my feet massaged. I Love you!
Wish you well. Merry Christmas 🎄
My favorite just to talk to the doctor ok about what her question are you in pain no pain ok then any questions 🤣 it kills me🤣👏🤣👋
Pedicare? Do you mean Pedicure?
Yes
@CaravanCarolyn ❤️
I had my right eye done and I was completely out, I didn’t know what was going on. And I had a lot of appointments too, which I don’t understand just like you. They’re waiting to do my left eye because it’s not that bad and I’m 69 years old
I need cataract surgery, too. 😭
My sister said her ablation for her back pain was life changing!
My cataract surgeries were the easiest surgeries I have had. I was also put under, but not all the way under so they say. But it’s a very simple surgery.
In your shoulder, is it your rotator cuff?
Yes but don't know how bad.
You will be so happy once you get those cataracts done. I don't know anyone who did not have anesthesia ..it's light but you won't know what is going on. If you do- ask for more anesthesia. The minute they started putting that metal thing on my eye, I said put me under now. The lights will get brighter after the surgery. I couldn't believe how much I had been missing. I don't know why so many appts but they go by quickly. If you do not have someone to drive you home they will not do the cataract surgery. That was the way it was in my case. Also removing the cataract goes quickly. I think it took 20 min for each of my eyes. Good luck. It made such a difference for me.
So looking forward to it.
@@WNCBlueRidgeBlondie1 I didn’t have anesthesia, just a little Valium to help relax me. But the dr numbed my eyes with drops so never felt a thing. I was awake and talking to the dr during surgery. He also put in stents in my eyes for the pressure. It was the easiest surgery I ever had.
I’m glad you did well with the surgery.
You get anesthesia but it's very mild. I heard everything my surgeon said to me Carolyn why your surgeon said you wouldn't remember I have no idea. Those foot massagers are wonderful but unfortunately people who are prone to blood clots such as myself should not use them and you shouldn't use it with a heart condition either I have CHF and it is not recommended. It's awful when you have so many things wrong with you and so limited on what you can and cannot do.❤
They have night time glasses now
I was awake, it was weird when he took catarac off looked like clydascope. The new lense on eye has rx in it, but on the way home colors were so bright. Seemed I was looking through every thing with a brown coating. Couple months later had to have lenses laser surgery they fogg up both eyes, did that.
Do you have a torn rotator cuff in your shoulder?
I do.
Nice massager. Once you start going to the dr, that's it, lol. They continue the visits. My inlaws moved in with us when they couldn't care for themselves. No kidding, the first month 21 dr visits of various types, ridiculous. My goodness they were going to cute those 90 yr olds! I too would rather be in twilight for eye surgery. Good luck. 🙂👍
I have DDD as well, in my neck.
I know what you mean Carolyn, I know the older I get the more aches and pains I feel. It’s always something and since I fractured my back my life is never going to be the same. I hope your eye surgery goes well. Ask the doctor if a cortisone shot will help your shoulder. 🥰
I need to make f/appointment.
Cool band!❤ Guess Dan and Vickie are done. I just saw Taters gf left him lol...geez....
I don't think she left him. He said on a recent video that she went to California to visit friends or family.
Go get some pain patches for your shoulder pain.They work great.
Ok thanks!
You have to lay very still. Any movement can affect what the doctor is doing
No feelings or pain. Easy peasy. You'll do fine.
Two eyes Carolyn, but I hear you. hang in there you will be surprised, at what you have been messing good luck.
I had my cataract eye surgeries done ending in last December. I was awake but felt as if I were sleeping. I didn’t get an injection and my son went with me both times and drive me home but we went out to eat afterwards at a restaurant, too.
The foot massager looks nice. I get foot Charlie horses so I am thinking that give me more of them.😆😆😆
I have a bad back. A physical therapist put a belt around my back that was attached to an electric pulley and he used 15# of weights on an electric pulley and it pulled my upper body down for about 45 minutes and he ruined me. You know what I would like to do him???😡😡😡. I have been in pain ever since. How do they get away with it?????
I agree. The insurance companies vet their doctors and if they prescribe a medicine, seems as if the flunky office girl has to approve it. Why don’t they trust their doctors and let us get the medicines. Job creators that cost too much extra money in my opinion. They loused up everything in trying to employ more people that they don’t need.
I think that the eye drops numbed my eye and I was awake but also felt as if I had fallen asleep but heard they when they talked to me. Like the twilight zone. Eye drops for a long time afterwards. Is amazing his bright the world is again. I only need readers now for reading and computer but not for driving.
You will want to be asleep, I was given a choice. As it is, the IV wasn't inserted correctly, so I woke up in the middle & yelled "this looks psychedelic!", I was seeing red swirls, so I was dosed again. I had the left eye done in August of 2023, right eye in September. I have great vision now, no contacts or glasses for first time since I was 8 years old. No, you can't drive yourself home. Spouse had his done 2 years ago, he also wanted to be knocked out, & he's a tough guy. And I get what you're saying about medical appointments, that seems like the only thing on my calendar, oh yeah & vet appts, my dogs are getting old, too.😳Positive vibes to you, it will be OK!
After my mom had her cataract surgery, she said she was amazed how dusty her house was ;-)!
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OMGosh CC we must be living the same life. I have degenerative disk disease for 45 years. And I will have my cataracts removed this next year. AND Macular degeneration prevents me from driving at night as I have the "halo" effect with lights at night. Rediculous!
I have that too!
Change your diet to Keto or better yet, Carnivore. Best prescription for getting old. You’ll be amazed.
@@cherylseefeldt1952 Been ketovore for 7 years
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Nope no way no how would I ever put my feet in that torture device.My feet are very,very,ticklish 😊
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No you cant drive home. I couldnt see to drive at night.once I had surgery I could see things I hadnt seen for years!! I was put to sleep for my surgery.
You will be kind of awake…can’t feel anything. Can’t drive home. I never had 10 appointments for my cataract surgery. I had my surgery over 5 years ago and had great results.
Well! What a surprise! It's great to see you. Oh, this medical situation , in my mind , shows how far away we have come from a country united, to the greedy sad face of today. I had swelling in my ankles. Go to reg dr. She sends me to a kidney dr, sends me to a heart dr, sends me to a vein dr, sends me to get a colonoscopy, a mammogram, and with every dr, I had to get at least 3 test. Some were duplicate . Never found out why my ankles were swollen. All the drs wanted to do is test and meds. I said, I'm done. I don't want to be a part of this theft. I hate this part of getting older...the pain and the forgetfulness. But , in my group. its down to the last 3 girls. Everyone else is gone. Can't figure how we made it. On that note. I know you will do great though cataract surgery. I figure we can only go up from here!.. I'm wishing you a speedy recovery and a great NEW YEAR!🎉👀💖
Sparky Tuttle! Long time no see!
Feet massages are wonderful….maybe as wonderful as someone brushing your hair then gently massaging your head. Getting old suks…but retirement is awesome.
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Aging sucks! I am so sorry for all our bodies wearing out! Sucks!
@Mom99004 I concur. It sucks big time!😢
Carolyn, do you think it could be because of your shaking? maybe that's why they are putting you to sleep. Please take care. You will get through it all.
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Is this foot massager for helping people who have edema in their feet? Looks like it might. I have non working bits as well. Need to put into an order for new body parts. I am having steroid injections in my spine in January. It took two appointments. One for the scan, one with doctor over the phone looking at my results and discussing what can be done to help me walk better and relieve pain. The date to have the injections will be 3rd appointment. I can't complain. I had a heart attack (not a bad one) That only took 2 appointments. One in hospital, one to do procedure for stent. Your medical system is big business, nothing to do with health care. No system is perfect. They all have their issues. 👋🇨🇦
Yes. I think it would help with edema. I get VERY swollen and am loving this.
Before and after the procedures 🤦🏼
My sister had the oblation to some nerves in her back and she still has pain. It didn't help. So she takes pain pills and chews CBD gummies with THC.
I'm so sorry
I have one you put water in and it has massage, and air jets and heat. It's like a foot orgasm. 😊
I need one of those!
Ca-ching!🤑🤑
Maybe the anesthesia for cataracts is because of your condition (your head shaking); sorry; don't remember what it's called..
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Yeah I hear you it’s ridiculous it is
You can’t drive home. You need a driver. 2 years later I have a film on my eyes so that needs to be lasered off. When you get home after the surgery you will be surprised how dirty your house is that you never saw.,
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It’s all about the money. Every op. Is money in the Dr. pockets. medical is not about the patient and making them well any longer it’s about how rich the Dr. can get now.
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We’re now at that age where conversations center around health and mobility. 😬🥹🫣