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  1. Maggie97520

    The doctor says my dodgy knee is arthritis - advice please!

    Ditto, all of the above. I'm a former surfer and triathlete - knees and feet and hands are rifled with arthritis. Last September I started out in SJPdP like an old woman (I'm 58) and in November, I walked past the lighthouse at Finesterre, not quite a young woman, but much stronger. I loved it...
  2. Maggie97520

    Major cause of blisters and other foot ailments

    I will add only one more suggestion: whatever you decide to carry, take your pack (fully packed with your gear) on several long walks before you leave for the Camino. You will be grateful you did. I know it's an obvious suggestion, but with the excitement of getting everything together and...
  3. Maggie97520

    Taping your feet to avoid blisters?

    Same here. I started with smartwool and switched to dahlgren's, too. They are the best - for me, that is.:)
  4. Maggie97520

    Would I, had I known...?

    Bill, I had microfracture for my left knee two years ago, and also receive injections of euflexxa every 6 months. It has made a world of difference for me and, except for some stiffness and minor pain when I first start walking, I am virtually pain free. With that said, the microfractures and...
  5. Maggie97520

    Preventative dental work

    Hey Flea and Jimko - wow, we're all taking off in September and all dealing with surprise dental concerns. I wonder how many pilgrims check in with their dentist before leaving only to find there's a bit more work to do. At least quality of dental care as advanced quite a bit since the middle...
  6. Maggie97520

    Preventative dental work

    That's funny, I went to the dentist today, too. Unfortunately, he identified a crown, a cavity, and a chipped tooth that needed attention. I think I'll have to make a list of priorities. Good thing my camino money is safely tucked away in its own account.
  7. Maggie97520

    How can I avoid blisters!!!???

    Even though I have never had problems with blisters on any of my local hikes, I thought I would try 1000 mile socks based on the reviews I've read. They don't work for me. The first day wearing them I got a terrible blister. As far as I'm concerned, Dahlgren alpaca socks are the ticket. Lesson...

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