Dennis see if more local member has open seat you may get out with one of them. Now your better than ever, everyone i know who has had knees or hips done always says should've done it sooner the difference is almost immediate they say. I am sure it still hurts like hell though. I've got a rod and screws in tibea after surgery worst pain ever but walked in 2 wks no crutches but met the ground face to dirt many times lol.