I have a joint condition in my knees called Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD). In very non-technical terms, not enough blood gets to the bottom of my femur bone (medial femoral condryle) so the cartilage gets weak and cracks off.
In February 2011, I saw an orthopedic doctor in Denver after feeling my knee pop in a bad way one afternoon. I’m blogging about my experience with this round of OCD – from diagnosis to treatment to recovery. I’ve had 2 knee surgeries recently (Oct 2011, December 2011) and am back on both feet and trying to get some fitness back!
Some key moments in this journey include:
What is Osteochondritis Dissecans?
Bad news from the doctor – right knee diagnosis
Real MRI images of right and left knees
My Surgery Options / First Surgery is Scheduled
Right Knee Surgery & Off Crutches
Left Knee Surgery & Off Crutches
Emotional posts: Surgery Weight Gain & Meltdown, Emotionalism at Yoga, Not Taking My Body For Granted, Starting Over
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Hi there! I’m happy to have come across your blog! I have osteochondritis dissecans as well and will be getting the OATS procedure done next Wednesday. I found out a month ago about this condition after having severe pain while playing sand volleyball. I live a very active lifestyle (like you) so I’ve been pretty down about it all. I can’t express how thrilled I am to have someone to relate to. I look forward to reading your posts while I start my long journey! ~ Kelsey
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