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  1. Lurch

    Looking for a weight loss accountability partner who has walked the Camino

    One thing to remember is that part of your weight remaining stable on the Camino is a gain in muscle mass and loss of fat. You should be able to look in a mirror and see the difference. Plus the ability to outwalk your friends!
  2. Lurch

    Walking after arthroscopic knee surgery

    And if you need more inspiration, this morning’s paper headlined a 92 year old Spaniard walking the Grand Canyon from north to south, 24 miles in 21 hours! That is the definition of tough.
  3. Lurch

    Walking after arthroscopic knee surgery

    OK kid…(I am approaching 79)…had three arthroscopic surgeries way back when and recovery time is minimal, compared to knee replacements, of which I have had 6. Two were doctor error, two were manufacturer defect and subject to recall and two were doctor error. Point is that I managed to walk...
  4. Lurch

    Arthrodesis

    Has anyone out there had a triple arthrodesis? My ankle is becoming increasingly painful and the podiatrist says this is the only option left. I had two angle surgeries which failed and I have two broken/bent screws in there that can not be removed. The surgery ends up with me still having...
  5. Lurch

    Mid 70 Male & Potential Issues

    My last partial Camino was in 2021, and had the same problem. Not a lot of fun when others with the same problem got to the bathrooms ahead of you. Had a prostate procedure afterwards and I rarely get up before dawn, and easier to hold it. Not for everyone, but mine is Agent Orange related.
  6. Lurch

    Sleepwalking on the Camino

    Couple of things…if in an Albergue and all lower bunks are taken, I am sure that if you asked, someone would be OK with moving to another bunk. Us pilgrims tend to be a helpful lot. I would suggest that whatever sleeping cover you use has a zipper. One, it will help keep the chinchas out and...
  7. Lurch

    Chiggers galore, itching away..

    Ah! The ubiquitous “red bug”, as found throughot the U.S. Out west they loiter in the creosote and hitch a ride home. All the remedies are trying to do is kill the little critter, usually by suffocating it.
  8. Lurch

    Managing Knee Pain: What Has Worked for You?

    my replacement taking place in 2 days, I understand where you are coming from. I will be 79 next year when I will try again, hopefully with a better grounding and knee. Hate to tell you, but from my initial meeting with the orthopod till my surgery, it has taken less than a month. Hopefully...
  9. Lurch

    Managing Knee Pain: What Has Worked for You?

    Thanks…one way or another, I WILL finish the Camino on foot…no guts, no glory. Been preparing by only buying Spanish wine at the liquor store…Buen Camino.
  10. Lurch

    Managing Knee Pain: What Has Worked for You?

    One more geezer here with knee problems. I injured my knees at work, so work comp covers the bills, thankfully, as you will see. Right knee replaced five times. , first four lasted less than a year, number five has lasted 6 years now! From experience, gels, pills, even arthroscopic surgery is...
  11. Lurch

    Food poisoning- A personal account

    Two words…truckstop burritos. The Flying J strikes again!
  12. Lurch

    Advice please on Achilles tendon

    I would advise checking in with a specialist before walking. I speak from experience. About 10 years ago I was walking down the stairs in front of my house when I fell flat on my face. Went to the ER on disaster training day, got stuck behind the fake heart attacks and had the doctor on duty...
  13. Lurch

    Should I pack backup eyeglasses?

    From experience, a resounding yes. Knee was acting up so I took the bus from Castrojerez to Carrión de Los Condes. Prescription glasses must have fallen out of my pocket while exiting bus. Didn’t notice until the bus has already left. Bought a cheap pair at a shop, not prescription, and...
  14. Lurch

    Blisters, Red toe, toenail loss

    Sounds to me that it is more the ‘new’ socks than the shoes. Take it easy for a bit and go back to the old socks ASAP!
  15. Lurch

    Camino with PTSD

    Greetings my brothers in blue! 23 years n L.A....my moment came in 2 parts. First at the church in Hontonas. All of received a small cross with our pilgrim’s Blessing and I could feel the concerns and tension slough off. Then weeks later in Tricastela, there was a Korean priest blessing his...
  16. Lurch

    Camino with PTSD

    I have PTSD to the point that the V.A. Gave me a service dog 7years ago. Yet, I managed to complete the Camino from Burgos last year. What you have to do is gut it out and power through the PTSD! I spent much of my life I. Risky situations, and if I can learn to handle it. Get psychological...
  17. Lurch

    Walking with a chronic foot issue

    Watch having your toe joints frozen. Has the number 2&3 toes left foot done. Problems arise when you bump into something. The toes can’t bend and take the full force of the hit. Different doc cut the tendons on toe #4, works better. I had hammer toes, for lack of a more medical term.
  18. Lurch

    Foot problems

    I also have the same calluse problem. In fact I am overdue for a visit to my podiatrist. As I work up to my Camino I have found out that the cheapo gel inserts found on a EBay work very well. I have toe caps, inserts that cover my heel and others for the area under my great toe. Perfect...
  19. Lurch

    First aid kit for helping others

    I am planning on being able to assist other pilgrims come October, though not to the level you are, Dave. Other than adhesive bandages, I plan on buying gel toe caps and similar items off of EBay. Been using them myself and they work. Have found out that the cheaper, China, ones work better...
  20. Lurch

    Knee Problem

    You may need a specialist, not a GP. Joints are nasty buggers and an orthopedic, at least, Ned’s to examine yours. Probably nothing important, BUT, there is the chance, if left unexamined or treated, it could worsen. Surgery, etc. So get it looked at!

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