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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Sep 7 4:59pm | Replies (80)
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@annshrader

Thanks for your share.
Steroids and PRP effectively address specific issues - not all of them.

I was not a fan of any injections (except prp) but is was a revelation when I had the surgeon have me get an injection to a bursa. I always complained about a leg length discrepancy to my OrthoPod (non-surgical orthopedist) and it disappeared! I subsequently developed a more problematic issue. When the issue resolved it brought out a defect that was worse: Calcific tendinitis in the hamstrings. Forward flash: I am here recovering from that surgery.

I don't know if you ever watched the movie, "The Money Pit" with Tom Hanks. I am reminded of that. Once you fix something, another thing shows up and so it goes. However, when we look at our life journey, I would think that if we can journal and map out our life experiences (and injuries) we can create an image of our physical problems and maybe better coordinate addressing them!

Keep moving, stay positive and have a speedy recovery!

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heyjoe415 | @heyjoe415 | Jul 30 7:21am

Thanks for sharing this Ann - a lot of useful info and a very positive outlook on how we can grow as we age. Great stuff!

Can you tell me more about "calcific tendinitis in the hamstrings"? What were your symptoms and how did surgery correct the condition?

I ask because I am bothered, on and off and rarely, by cramping in my hamstrings, mostly on the left. I had a lumbar MRI, and I'll just say it's a mess. Scoliosis, stenosis, listhesis, advanced degenerative arthritis - and the Drs think that in certain movements of my legs, nerves are impinged briefly causing the cramping.

I've had sciatica twice with severe pain in the hamstrings. I'm very fit now, 69 y/o, and maintain a strong core - about the only thing keeping me from spinal fusion.

I'm not at all sure if this is related to the condition you mention, but I am curious.

Thanks Ann! Joe

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