It Didn't Go As Planned! Update On My Better Half!

[@GregPrince-io1cb]

Had Hip replacement in 22, Double Hernia in 23, Throat cancer surgery, chemo, radiation in 20, In Oct 23 metastasized cancer stage 4 angry... Aggressive icky stuff.... Doc said be gone by Christmas... Still here, still kickin!! Never quit, Never give up!!

[@JelMain]

Dunno what you've done, but 'im down there sure is afraid of you. Chin up.

[@proberts34]

You go, Greg! 💪

[@wallebo]

Rock on, good sir!

[@stevend.wilson7947]

SIL has had both knees and hips done. Even she had shoulder surgery. She should set off the alarms exiting stores but she hobbles rather well. Give him time to rest. I just want to say I really appreciate you. You are trustworthy and explain everything logically and clearly. You inspire me to pull out my old machines to see if I can get them running again. Thank you.

[@peterraboni1197]

Keep fighting God bless you

[@bill-qv3er]

My wife had her knee replaced in May and was back to work as a school teacher in 4 weeks. She is going to have the other one done this summer. She was up walking the next day with assistance. Good luck Ron !! Listen to the physical therapy folks. As painful as it might be it is for the best and will get better everyday. Best of luck and a speedy recovery.

[@StumpkillerCP]

Best wishes for Ron’s continued recovery.

[@jimjol9069]

My wife had two knee replacements six months apart, in 2016. Went from constant debilitating pain, to pain free after healing. She is now what i call a knee replacement evangelist. When she sees someone with the characteristic limp, she talks to them about it. For her, it was literally life changing. To those who need it, get it done. It will make life better for you.

[@sevendyseven4090]

My mom is freaked, she is so on the fence..i am torn on which way to go atm..

[@Vibe77Guy]

Knee surgery rehab killed my mother. So, it can go both ways.

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

Had both Knees done, 1st,😊, 2nd one was a different doc,.😜. To all, the biggest jell ice bag is still too small. Buy it anyway! Ice,ice ice.

[@shortfuse43]

10-4 on the GOOD knee surgery!!! My wife had both replaced as did your wife. The docs were great, the hospital was great, all in all, the surgeries were a resounding success....this with her in her late 60's. She had no post surgery pain...the pre-surgery was absolutely horrible. Git 'er done!!! JUST RESEARCH THE DOCTORS!!!!!! They are the ones who can make or break the success of knee surgeries.

[@robertalexander2506]

You are correct about the knee replacement. It's definitely a lot worse than the hips. I had both of my knees replaced at the same time & that was killer! I know, because I've had both of my hips replaced also! Osteoarthritis is a bad thing, but I'm so much better off now.had to replace my left shoulder joint as well. I had all of this done in about a 2 year time period. Good luck to Ron.

[@BearE9090]

It's great to hear that Ron is finally on the road to recovery. All the best to ya all.

[@Z7d3nR4]

That's a fine look harvest @1:53. Nice firm melons. Veggies look nice too. Great to see the Dudekanic. Glad you got a fair price on a big bag of balls. You two deserve each other. ❤

[@kbjerke]

Sending positive thoughts your way, Bre. GET WELL SOON, Ron!!!

[@ronsteitz4535]

In 2017 at 63 yrs old,I had both hips replaced in Jan then March. Back to work for a bit then both Knees were done in June then August. I retired in February 2018. I’ve had no complications,as my wife keep after me to keep up with my physical therapy. Hips were easy healing compared to knees. Between my Schwinn Air Dyne and the Hot Tub I stayed exercised and flexible. No problems in 7 yrs.👍😀

[@treerobo6864]

Girl you got your hands full, you’re such a hard worker, what a wonderful person you are

[@davidthornton8490]

That was good news your hubby had successful hip replacement. I had both of my hips replaced. I experienced no pain on both operations.The crazy part about it is I trained about five years on my peddle bike.Arthritis is brutal. Your videos are outstanding keep up the good work.

[@RodgerHopkins-w5h]

Get Well Ron! It will take time!

[@jimlove4541]

So sorry to hear this . I know the wife is scared to death about the surgery but the rehab is the most important. So get him going as you can.

[@lisaa.powell3634]

Love your life, work hard, love hard, and enjoying what life throws at cha. Get strong soon Ron. Thank you two for bringing us this content 😊

[@freeplayfrank7736]

Hey Y'all, so glad to hear Ron finally got his surgery. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Bless you for saving that hen. I took a break from youtube for a couple weeks and when I posted a video, it got 9 views): Thanks Bre, keep on keepin' on.

[@jeffcooper5789]

Glad your husband is doing well. Family comes first! You take care of you so you don't get down.

[@davidmcduffie1398]

I'm glad you are doing well with your surgery Ron ! I hope your recovery continues to improve and go well ! ! !

[@jmasuo]

Yep, retired ICU nurse here. That is how we roll. 1-4 hour check driving everyone crazy. Hope Ron is on the heal.

[@wallebo]

Retired RN here. If you are looking for a place to rest, then I would suggest a war zone quicker than I would suggest a hospital. If you get a good night's sleep in a hospital your nurse screwed you. You are sick full time and we try to get you better full time which may mean checks every 15 minutes in some cases or one on one care where you don't leave the bedside.

[@JelMain]

@@wallebo Dad designed the op - the first one done used a motorcycle cylinder reamer, operated by the mechanics building London's prosthetics. Originally the implants were designed by surgeons, kept splitting out of the femurs on trials, so pa, the team's materials technologist, quoted Leonardo, "The body is a marvellous machine" to use engineering techniques, and slimmed everything down. The surgeons opened and closed, the techies did an engineering fitment, it worked, the surgeons learned engineering.

[@proberts34]

@@wallebo LOL! . .a war zone. 🤣

[@wallebo]

@@proberts34 That is not far from the truth. Hospitals are twenty four hours per day and seven days per week nonstop.

[@wallebo]

@@JelMain Yes, very impressive.

[@richsmith9063]

Thanks for the update & well-wishing to Ron that the remainder of the the recovery goes as expected....

[@susandavis5833]

Prayers for fast recovery Mr. Ron! ❤

[@stephenhair5501]

I had both knees replaced in a matter of 4 months. It has been Life Changing!! No more pain and my quality of life is so much better. PT and rehab is a must. Don't try and cut corners. Also, get yourself an "Ice Machine." Called a Polar Care Cube and is available on Amazon. It basically is a Ice Bucket that has a pump and hose system that circulates chilled water to a wrap that goes around your knee. It is far better than Ice Packs was a great addition to my recovery. Ice is your friend. Secondly, you will be tasked and asked to get your knee and leg straight. A straight leg/knee is a strong knee. I picked up a 10 lb. bag of rice at the grocery store and when I would sit on my sofa and watch TV, I would prop my foot up on the ottoman and then I would place the bag of rice gently on top of my knee. That passive pressure helps push your knee into that straight position. Eventually you will feel some discomfort, so take it off for a while and rest. Later, put it back on and keep working that knee straight. Recovery is a process. Don't be discouraged. It takes time but every day gets better and better. Research your doctors. Ask Physical Therapists what patients that they see do well and find out who their Doctors are. Hope this helps. Ron, glad you are doing better and on the road to a successful recovery. God Bless you and your family.

[@scottdavis7010]

Thoughts and prayers for Ron’s speedy recovery.

[@Kurtfix3670]

Had both hips replaced and 1 knee replaced, last surgery was 11/23 , i get most my therapy on non weight bearing exercise like bicycle just remember to be active after to minimize the scar and stiffness and hopefully the pain. Good luck Ron .

[@sjfarish]

I will keep Ron in prayer for his quick recovery.

[@blaketomforde4703]

Glad to hear Ron is doing well. I’ve had both knees replaced, my right hip and left shoulder twice. I’m scheduled to have my other hip done in October. The hip replacement by far was the easiest of all the surgeries. The shoulder was the most difficult, with the longest recovery time. Couldn’t start therapy for a month after surgery. I will say that without having these surgeries my quality of life would have been much worse. We enjoyed your channel so much. Please keep up the great content for everyone. All the best.

[@tonym6920]

Great news about Ron. He has a great attitude, and with you by his side, he is on his way to a full recovery. Thanks for the update! 👍👍

[@bostarbird5282]

I've spent quite a few nights in the hospital and your not kidding about them waking you up for a sleeping pill. Hope Ron gets back to better than normal soon.

[@robertayler4233]

I’m glad to hear you guys overcame the unfortunate circumstances with your husband Ron…praying for his continued recovery

[@trailrider0194]

Glad Ron is doing well! I had a knee replacement done in Dec of 2021. I was actually fortunate. The first week was really bad, but after that it started getting better every day. By the end of the 2nd week I was on the tractor feeding the cows. After about 6 weeks I was almost back to normal. I'm considering getting the other knee done soon. I just hope it goes as well.

[@oneeyedjack4727]

The sound of the Cicadas brings back memories of my childhood. Before the days of AC sitting on my grandparents' big front porch on Sunday after a big meal of fried chicken and fixin's. Grandma would sit and fan herself with a funeral home cardboard fan. Hope you have a chance to sit back and relax yourself.

[@1new-man]

yup better believe it good memory 4 sure. GBY U those u love!

[@bobbg9041]

I can walk out the the deck and hear them, but its hot as fudge outside and humid. But i hear people out doing yard work I should roll my tractor out and spend the 15 min to cut the grass its only 8 to 12" long but if i do all the waters going bye bye and the grass will go dormant. Next month i need to put down 50lbs of grass seed and hope it rains a bunch. I didn't use any prevent crabgrass control this year but i didn't want to kill the clover. Its good for the soil.

[@jessiemae6873]

The cicadas cost my nephew his first fiancée. She was from Hawaii and could not stand the incessant drone.

[@dougnorton5143]

I can't believe you mentioned fried chicken!🤣

[@1new-man]

@@jessiemae6873 Re: The cicadas cost my nephew his first fiancée. Btw Sounds like that probably worked out for the better. Lol

[@williamwelch7]

Thanks Bre, and a speedy recover for Ron!

[@rdhoy]

We have a hen that we incubated, bad leg from the start. We call her Gimpy Girl. 😊 certainly understand the over night hospital. I’ve had both knees replaced. Glad he’s doing ok.

[@scottleatherman163]

Underwater therapy is the best your not fighting any gravity ! Glad to hear Ron is doing well ! 🙏

[@rondasawyer1758]

So glad Ron and Ilean are improving. I’ve had 4 knee replacements, 1 in left and 3 in right knee so I know the pain!!!!! Bad falls are not good for artificial knees!

[@scottosds]

Wishing you and Ron the best!

[@gregayrheart122]

Hey I watched several of your past videos to fix my 128 Husky trimmer . Thanks so much. I was able to get it working well again. My wife is always kidding me that I half to watch a woman to get my machines working again. I tell her Chickanic is my best friend.

[@jamesmorgan1024]

Praying for your family

[@earlribaudo4807]

Had hip replacement two years ago, stayed in the hospital that nite, went home around noon the next day. The following day, drove to the mall to have lunch with some other seniors. Never did therapy, felt good doing great today. One thing about the surgery, I had what they call a nerve block. They num your nerves and you feel no pain. They just give you a lite sedation. When I came out of the sedation, I had no pain, The nerve block stays with you for a few days, Never had any real pain after. I have had about three surgeries with nerve blocks. Never had any problems after surgery with pain.

[@jeffdriver3000]

When I was a kid we had some chicks that swam in our swimming pool like ducks. One trick to do in the Hospital is have your doctor write an order to do not disturb between 9pm and 6am so you can get some sleep

[@snowfire45]

Great to see Ron ! God Bless and yes I have had knee surgery in not fun 6 months in and out of physical therapy keep up the smile s 😊 👍👍

[@danpatch4751]

I hope Ron's healing is easy on him and also hope Ilean recovers quickly🐓.

[@stephenmartini5890]

Hope Ron recovers fully so he can run around the yard chasing chickens. He has a wonderful nurse who dotes over him to make sure he rests and heals.

[@natecampbell4708]

I know what you mean about not getting rest in the hospital. Back in 2019, I wound up in the hospital because of A Fib (Atrial Fibrillation for those who don't know). I wound up staying for 2 1/2 days, and only managed to get about 3 HOURS of sleep the whole time, because they initially had a blood pressure cuff on my arm that kept taking my pressure every 15 MINUTES. That only allowed me to begin to drift of, only to be wakened again by the machine! After a day & a half, I complained to my nurse, & she made an adjustment to it's cycle.. I still didn't truly get good sleep until I came home. Glad Ron is doing so well!

[@jessiemae6873]

My mom had both knees replaced and thought they were as easy as pie. Absolutely no issues and was up and about in no time. Then she had a broken hip replaced, and she said that was nothing compared to the knees. And again no issues and a very fast recovery. She was a tuff old bird! I'm glad I was cut from the same cloth when it comes to pain.

[@skyepilotte11]

Looks like Ron is coming along pretty well...hope it continues. Thx for the update. Chickens look really healthy .

[@Chrisgpop]

Bummer to hear about Ron. Hope the healing goes better than the first day.

[@jackharle1251]

Takes a few weeks. Had to mend my Marines after their unexpected repairs.

[@alansummerscales3376]

Good to see Ron and Ilean on the mend. Put Ron to work processing the harvest.

[@davestahl572]

My Grandfather had knee replacement surgery on both knees years ago, one side first, then later the other; and it was a royal pain to get him to do his exercises before he had to go to physical therapy. It took telling him either he does them, or his knee that was done first was going to be getting stiff. And if that happens, it will be very painful as the PT will MAKE THAT KNEE MOVE! He started to do the exercises immediately without fail. The second knee surgery, well he didn't argue about the exercises. Stubborn old man!

[@jerryjackson8997]

lol

[@PAA521]

Thanks for update guy’s, great to watch! Those cicada’s are terribly loud alright, great to see your hubby up and about, take care and have a great week!

[@wildbill1313]

You’re the better half 😂😂❤❤❤ love your content,prayers for the hubby

[@EM-df6mo]

Wishing you both the best. Prayers for Ron to have a completely full recovery. God Bless both. I’ve got my playlist of your videos ready to run.

[@Nukemann64]

I'm so thankful to hear that Ron is doing so well! I will continue to pray for his recovery and for your well-being. ❤️ Family is always first in everything we do. We'll still be here whenever you can post a video again, bre!

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Thanks for the update Bre. Prayers for a speedy recovery for Ron.

[@jamessharier7529]

It is so awesome to see your hubby healing and smiling, so glad he is on the mend. My wife is having her left hip replaced the 25th of July after GVHD bone marrow transplant issues. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ericportschy1853]

Hang in there Ron.....It will get better.

[@kpdvw]

Nice to see Ron hang in there get better...! You too Bre what with Ron and Chicken therapy you have your hands full!

[@ralph1bart]

Important exercise for mechanics. Work up to side planks. This is a move we make on autopilot getting up and down under cars. This will put maximum stress on the muscles that were cut and spliced. I practiced side planks with PT before attempting it under a car. It's hard to remember certain mover are just not happening until fully healed. Just FYI I'm 64. Had two replacements and a recent revision. All good.

[@johnhelbig7110]

Fast healing to Ron! I had no idea that hip replacement surgery was an outpatient procedure.

[@matthewortiz7223]

A day youll never forget but you did..speedy recovery to you both..

[@royhoriuchi5026]

Thanks for the paste and glad to hear and see that Ron and you are doing well!

[@johnduffy6546]

Forget the tennis balls. Check with your PT about skid plates for the walker! (I worked in home medical equipment for 26 years) Those will make his life MUCH easier

[@bernardsaucier2062]

Excellent commentary and many good thoughts for Ron's recovery (and yours) !!

[@richschuster1097]

Ron, heal well! Your animals are so cool; sending love for Eileen (or I-lean). Don’t let KZbin get you down. I’m headed backward to watch some videos. 😉

[@dnngskn62]

A big get well to Ron. I had a right knee replacement about three years ago. Take it easy bud.

[@bobwollard9105]

Chickanic is someone to crow about. 🤪 Ron, we are praying for you, man. Brie, hang in there, girl. God bless.

[@cabman86]

Floating in the pool while doing walking exercises is probably the best therapy.

[@stevenjohnson407]

Wait for the incision to COMPLETELY heal!!!! Pool water contains microorganisms that can get into the the wound. One of the worst infections to get is Osteomyelitis. I have assisted in literally thousands of revision joint surgeries.

[@donlemke6439]

At 62 I had both total knees replaced at the same time. It was really tough on me but even harder on my wife taking care of me and the house.

[@KanakaMaoli1]

I had a knee replacement, and your correct recovery was no fun. I was on my own for a whole month. No one here to help was the pits. Prayers for Ron's speedy recovery 🙏🏼

[@sevendyseven4090]

Can you talk a little bit about your month long battle(s) and what it invovled/greatest challenges?

[@ian3580]

My MIL had a knee replacement 3 months ago and does the other one tomorrow....she healed and recovered pretty quickly, but she has me (I work from home), my sife, and my 11 year old daughter to help. I can't imagine being able to heal and recover quickly without that help.

[@thomdigiacomo5154]

My wife had two full hip replacements a year apart . In both cases she had no pain after surgery no bruising and walked normally the day after the surgery and took no pain killers at all not even a Tylenol. She did minimal rehab . I told the surgeon it takes longer to recover from having my teeth cleaned. I can’t more highly recommend Hospital for Special Surgery and the amazing Dr Ast

[@grayman2148]

Eileen looks like she has "bumblefoot". We had a Rhode island red chick with same problem. Early intervention (binding legs together) may save the bird but we didn't know about that and one night when it refused to return to the coop some preitor

[@481brighton]

Hi Bre, I had a knee replacement. Wasn't fun. Glad to see Ron is getting along well. I will play your video's in the background to help you out. I know I've seen most of them anyway. Your place is looking great with the gardens and chickens. Love the produce you're growing. Keep the new video's coming when you get a chance. You guys take care.

[@LukesMovies]

Not only do I love your videos in general, especially the repairs but I love these video updates as well! Thank you for taking the time to upload as much as you do. see you next video! I’ll play some videos to help out your channel because your channel is just so cool and helpful!

[@crankyyankee7290]

Best wishes to the Ol' man-and you as well- my wife has had a knee done, I had fractures in the top 2 vertebrae, and the connection to the skull went out-so went the fusion of all 3 route, halo for 7 weeks(hospital for 12 days-nursing home for 2 1/2 months)- therapy for a few months after getting paroled-fun, fun, fun-so I can understand where he is at...We have a wheel chair,a walker complete with tennis balls,crutches, canes-if you were nearby we could loan you what you might need along that line -need to keep them around as being in our mid 70's might need 'em again(hope not)! hearing the rooster, and chickens was great-I used to spend many days/weeks on my grand fathers dairy farm and for many years he had lots of chickens,those sounds take me back to great days -all the best to ya !

[@RichaRat]

I had a procedure to remove a kidney stone the same day of Ron's surgery. It went very well. I went in at 7, surgery at 9, was on my way home before noon.

[@enigmawyoming5201]

I had a pedicure that same day. It was great also. Got some free wine even.

[@enigmawyoming5201]

I’m making a comment because KZbin likes comments. I am saying nothing at all, please forgive me everybody.

[@tomarnold995]

Yep the doctor told us if you’re having hip replacement be happy you’re not having knee replacement. 3 guys at work got new hips, I got a knee. They were all giving me grief about PT not being a big deal. Yes it is. Glad Ron’s making progress.

[@timovilkki5209]

We wish the patient a speedy recovery. Greeting from Finland, Finland, Finland.

[@darlenekeffeler8526]

Long time subscriber, this is your best video ever. We just don't see a loving couple who want each other's company on KZbin very often. You two renew hope for family values. God has blessed and will continue.

[@haroldrogers8711]

Glad to hear Ron is doing better and getting around ok. I never had any pain with my knee replacement, thought therapy would never end, had two extra weeks of it, but did fine.

[@jasonsmith373]

You can look at Ron and know he's a good cook...he has that chef look!

[@davidschlecht3016]

Good to see that Ron is on the mend,and hope a full recovery is achieved soon. Patience is probably the key even if we want quick results.

[@The_Grumpy_Ol_Redneck]

You could put a cam watchin the critters and post that. I don't k ow about anyone else but I would watch it. Prayers for Ron.

[@brad6665]

Glad to hear that Ron is doing so good, hey don't feel bad both my exes could cook on the grill either. Put them in front of a stove and they cook circles around me. Love that rooster Baxter, he is ruling the roost.

[@Birdog62]

I had my left knee replaced in March of 23. Back at work in 4 weeks. Had my right knee replaced in December of 23, woke up in recovery with a paralyzed diaphragm and pneumonia unable to breath and on oxygen 24/7. Took months to rehab my knee due to breathing issues. The knee is good but the breathing issues may be permanent. Good luck to Ron.

[@mikedaugharty5544]

Good to hear that ron's on the mend and things are going pretty well and don't worry about making videos you take care of the people you got and the food you got laid down and growed get it processed

[@brianleblanc5890]

Hoping for the best for Ron and play lots of your videos enough to help the ratings to keep KZbin at bay!! Thanks from New Brunswick, Canada. I've learned lots about my John Deere E120 tractor and next is the Troy Built snowblower since I actually live where you need one! Speedy recovery, Ron!

[@daveschwell]

My wife had a complete hip replacement seven weeks ago. Check into getting an ice water circulating device which he can put on the hip area every day. It reduces the healing pains immensely - joint, muscles and scar. And keep him using his walker for a couple of weeks and then demand he use a cane till his six-week checkup. remind him that falling can pop his hip joint out and a dislocated hip will undo a lot of his healing work besides a loot of pain.

[@michealgarlick6319]

Hi Guys . After waiting 12 months on waiting list had hip first, 3 months later both my knees at same time and never looked back the joy being a motor mechanic. Cheers from Australia Mick.

[@OldMadScientist]

Bre, you might want to put shade cloth on top of the fenced-in area next to the chicken coop. And I'm glad Ron is doing okay!

[@donsmith6937]

I had both knees done at the same time. Second day after surgery I was using a walker to get around, I have steps to get in the house. No problem going up steps. After 5 days ditch the walker. Was out walking the dogs up an down the road. I never used the pain pills they sent me home with. Got luck with your recovery Ron.

[@davidkettell5726]

Your veggies look great ,best wishes for Rons fast recovery.

[@montecook5260]

Prayers to both of you. I wish i had someone take care of me as well as Eileen gets taken care of.

[@chrisbrossette]

So glad Ron is back home. Hospitals are not for resting. Looking for knee replacement - check out a doctor in Gallatin, TN - my wife had her knee replaced and it was great. Came in from the side instead of the top. Do not cut the big muscle, she was off the walker in 2 days. Back to normal in a few months.....unlike the others she saw in PT. We drove 7hrs to go to this doctor.

[@lionel3469]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Positive vibes from Australia (where we also have cicadas so loud you can hardly talk over them) 🙂 Loved seeing your fur and feather babies.

[@patmancrowley8509]

I use tennis balls in my dryer. It fluff's up the clothes and speeds up the drying process. Glad you're feeling better, Ron!

[@rickyrygg7188]

holy cow I feel so bad for you all that will be a night to remember for sure ,thank the lord you made it through though ,I hope the worse is past for you all ,take care and I hope all goes well from here on out

[@pyoungnd]

You sure know your demographic lol. Single knee replacement recipient here. I love learning, and you are a great educator. The stuff you mentioned about hospitals with checking BP and such, more of a CYA thing actual medical care. We also have chickens and we love our "girls" or "chic chics". Your chicken coop looks fabulous. Ron will do wonderful and be grateful to not have so much pain. Keep up the good work

[@jamesbrunk9817]

Had knee replaced on a Friday, went home on Saturday, and started PT on ❤Monday. Doctors tried to give me home therapy for 3 weeks before PT, but I refused and started right away. I think it made a world of 😊difference..

[@blkgld4evr]

It is so funny that you are talking about knee people. I had my right knee replaced 8 months ago. And full recovery takes 12 to 18 months. But it is the best decision I have ever made. Hope your husband has a speedy recovery.

[@uncralph4354]

Good news about the pain, been through it twice, it is exciting when the pain switches over to just surgery pain 🙏🙏 for yall!

[@jde1780]

@Chickanic In case you ever need a walker again in the future, there are teflon slides that look like little skis. They mount into the bottom of the walker tubes and are tightened with one screw. They slide *much* better than tennis balls. They are also rug friendly.