Hey there we're glad you haven't given up hope yet Its very difficult to aid in this recovery simply due to the fact you're not local. If you were willing to hire a trainer, definately that could be arranged through Darrin's gym and he could put together a diet for you (there would be costs involved). When there's a will there is a way and it sounds like you've had a hard time but there are excercises you can do but more importantly if you stick to a diet you'll feel better and see results quickly.

As for supplements, you could try a natural product called Celadrin, its an amazing product to aid in the recovery and healing of joints. Even though your surgery was quite some time ago, it may be worth a try....

Here's some info on it:

Celadrin® is a medically and clinically proven pain management compound developed through a proprietary process of esterifying oils. Celadrin® is an innovative, all natural ingredient which has been medically shown to reduce inflammation and pain with no side effects. Along with its many studies and scientific presentations, Celadrin® has been published on two occasions in the internationally acclaimed Journal of Rheumatology. Celadrin® systematically enhances and lubricates cell membranes throughout the body providing youthful cell fluidity and elasticity. This includes the enhancement of fluids that cushions your bones and joints to maintain flexibility and mobility so that you can move with ease and pain free. Celadrin® has been proven to provide cumulative (continuous and restorative) benefit. In a double blind clinical trial, oral Celadrin® showed significant benefit beyond the arthritic medication the subjects were taking – with cumulative improvement shown throughout the study.

In a double blind, matched pair topical cream study, conducted at the University of Connecticut, 100% of the osteoarthritic subjects on Celadrin® showed significant improvement in just 30 minutes and cumulative benefits throughout the remaining 30 days of the study. Patients were assessed for range of motion, pain levels, timed up and go, timed stair climbing and muscular endurance tests. Significance was demonstrated in every test.

The Celadrin® compound represents a matrix of fatty acid carbons which have been scientifically arranged to achieve maximum efficacy for joint mobility and health.

Celadrin® is a revolutionary complex which has been scientifically designed to restore mobility and relieve pain quickly.



Stay positive and don't give up

LA

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