Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)

[Dowly]

So, my first 2 weeks in the army are over. It didnt go as I planned.

I have rheumatism on my knees (I´ve had it for 8-9 years now). Before the service, my knees were good, it didnt hurt or anything. The doctor said that it would be better for me to serve in the "B" group, but I wanted to serve in A group.

In Finland there´s different classes of service;

A=Normal
B=Easier (For someone with i.e. bad eyes or some illness)
C=Not in condition to go though the service
and so on

On third day, when we were marching back from the target range (where I shot 86 points out of 100 with 10 shots! :rock: ) My knees gave up and I collapsed, it took me almost 10 minutes to get on my feet again.

And now it hurts like hell, I cant even walk properly! Tomorrow I go back there and I have appointment with the doctor, who will decide whether they transfer me to "B" or, if I have bad luck, to "C".

Just wanted to share this with you.
:roll:

Now, tell me all the news from the past 2 weeks in SHIII community! :yep:

[Marhkimov]

Sorry it didn't go so well...

...But nevertheless happy to have you back. :)

[rovens]

That sucks mate. I know how you feel though, in september i found out that i have acute rheumatoid arthritis in my knees. I could barely walk at the time.

Hope u can go into 'B' group.

[The Avon Lady]

I have rheumatism on my knees
Getting you back into a damp Uboat is just what the doctor ordered. :doh:

[Crop-Duster]

Will this effect your sea legs? :gulp:

[Tazzie]

[quote="Dowly"]

On third day, when we were marching back from the target range (where I shot 86 points out of 100 with 10 shots! :rock: ) My knees gave up and I collapsed, it took me almost 10 minutes to get on my feet again.[quote]

Trying out for a snipers position were you? :lol:

Bad luck about your knees. I know what its like. I had knee surgery almost 7 years ago. Doc told me it should get better but my knee gave out on me 6 weeks after operation. Now i'm stuck with a pretty usless knee that won't allow me to do much at all.

[Tazzie]

[quote="Dowly"]

On third day, when we were marching back from the target range (where I shot 86 points out of 100 with 10 shots! :rock: ) My knees gave up and I collapsed, it took me almost 10 minutes to get on my feet again.[quote]

Trying out for a snipers position were you? :lol:

Bad luck about your knees. I know what its like. I had knee surgery almost 7 years ago. Doc told me it should get better but my knee gave out on me 6 weeks after operation. Now i'm stuck with a pretty usless knee that won't allow me to do much at all.

[Letum]

my first and only 2 weeks in the army went badly to.
Sorry mate

[CCIP]

I was away when you left and didn't even get to say goodbye, so it's kind of a relief you're back sooner than I figured you would be :dead:

Yea, knees. That certaily sucks.

Well, I hope to see you back in WaW then :|\

[sik1977]

So, my first 2 weeks in the army are over. It didnt go as I planned.

I have rheumatism on my knees (I´ve had it for 8-9 years now). Before the service, my knees were good, it didnt hurt or anything. The doctor said that it would be better for me to serve in the "B" group, but I wanted to serve in A group.



I was diagnosed with Rheumatic fever when I was 4 (I am now 28) years old. I was lucky to have been diagnosed early and treated (for 16 years i had to take Peniciline shots). But After my early problems at that young age I never had any problems (Thank God) and was always a good sportsman throughout school and College days. Used to run 100m/200m Sprint.

Anyhow, I do believe with proper treatment and willpower you can overcome this hurdle. I do wish you the best.

Regards.

[irish1958]

Dowly,
Do what I did. Join the Air Force and sit on your behind. In the mean time, welcome backl
irish1958

[HEMISENT]

Good to have you back.

[Cpt.Thorne]

Dowly
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. But if the army isn´t the place for you there is always kamaraten in WaW waiting for you return.

CV-707
Tried in but my left eye flunked me. One more E and would have pretty much made it. Instead endedup shooting them down with missiles ;)
Prost!
Cpt.Thorne

[Harry Buttle]

On third day, when we were marching back from the target range (where I shot 86 points out of 100 with 10 shots! :rock: ) My knees gave up and I collapsed, it took me almost 10 minutes to get on my feet again.

And now it hurts like hell, I cant even walk properly! Tomorrow I go back there and I have appointment with the doctor, who will decide whether they transfer me to "B" or, if I have bad luck, to "C".



As an ex Australian Army Para I'd just say that there is no shame in a medical downgrade.

You turned up and gave it your best and for reasons beyond your control the army (or the parts you wanted to serve in) may be outside of your reach now.

Good luck and be proud that you tried, many don't.

[HEMISENT]

Good luck and be proud that you tried, many don't.

You can say that again.

[HW3]

I salute you for your courage to try, knowing beforehand that your condition might give you trouble.

I have rheumatism on my knees (I´ve had it for 8-9 years now). Before the service, my knees were good, it didnt hurt or anything. The doctor said that it would be better for me to serve in the "B" group, but I wanted to serve in A group.

[RayRay]

Welcome back.
I just recently had Synvisc shot into my left knee. It replaces the fluid that used to be there. Fantastic stuff, make from chicken combs, no kidding. See your Dr. No more pain for at least 6 months.
I do not work for or am I associated with Synvisc. Just a satisfied old guy with very bad knees.

[Cpt.Thorne]

Sorry to hear! I'm afraid I also won't be taken in, as I will be about 199cm tall (not kidding) at that age. A bit too tall that is!

:cry:

It´s not about how tall you are (well 199cm might be little to tall), but it is about the lenght of your legs especially from knee up. In emergency situation when in need to pull the rocket chair and exit the plane it wouldn´t be that nice to leave you legs behind from knee down after cramming them under the cockpit instruments etc.

CT

[Dowly]

yesterday I made a visit to my "civilian" doctor, she said that there´s not any extra fluids inside the knee, but instead around the knee, in the tissue. She said that the pain will go away with rest and painkillers.

YEAH RIGHT!

I´ve been resting for the whole week and eating so many painkillers that they start to pop out from my ears! The pain is worst when I sit even for a 5 minutes and then start to walk. I have ~2h train trip ahead of me. It´ll kill me! :roll:

I keep you guys posted on my situation!

Take care!

[Herr Karl]

Well, in that case, I think Avon has a nice WAW spot saved for ya. :|\

[Dowly]

I hope so! :)

[GOZO]

You seem to be in good spirit anyway. Welcome back.

:arrgh!:

[Dowly]

UPDATE:

They gave me a year to fix myself up and go back.

So for the next ~365 days I`ll be here with you guys.

[Gizzmoe]

They gave me a year to fix myself up and go back.

Did you ask them for a second chance or was that standard procedure?

[Dowly]

They gave me a year to fix myself up and go back.

Did you ask them for a second chance or was that standard procedure?

It was standard procedure in this case. As my knees wouldn´t carry me through the easier service (Class B) atm.

[Happy Times]

yesterday I made a visit to my "civilian" doctor, she said that there´s not any extra fluids inside the knee, but instead around the knee, in the tissue. She said that the pain will go away with rest and painkillers.

YEAH RIGHT!

I´ve been resting for the whole week and eating so many painkillers that they start to pop out from my ears! The pain is worst when I sit even for a 5 minutes and then start to walk. I have ~2h train trip ahead of me. It´ll kill me! :roll:

I keep you guys posted on my situation!

Take care! Really sorry to hear. That lying down in the range must of did that. Im what brach of the army did you want to serve? Im sure there is something you can do that doesnt involve lying in the cold ground.

[Dowly]

I dont think it was the laying, but the marching.

But know my knees are "ok" again. I went to see different doc and she took the extra fluids out. 12ml from the right knee and 4ml from left.

I think she hit the needle to my bone or something as it felt like my knee was on fire from inside. Never happened before. :o

No changes for me to be an AT-soldier... :nope:

Well, this is something that I can´t do nothing about, just take the drugs they give me and hope for the best.

[Happy Times]

hey, arent you in Karelian Brigade? You got armor there, if you get good points otherwise you could stay in A grade and be a tanker.

[Dowly]

hey, arent you in Karelian Brigade? You got armor there, if you get good points otherwise you could stay in A grade and be a tanker.

I was in the North-Karelian brigade. No tanks there. Atleast I didnt see any! :hmm:

[Happy Times]

Oh, its a small garrison. But i guess they have PASI, even tough they mainly use NASU. Mortar company could be for you, it looked cool when i watched them a couple of times, if you don want to drive anything. That ofcourse debends on how bad the knees are.

[Dowly]

That reminds me of a officer from a mortar company, who was giving us new guys a speech (officer from every company made a speech to brag about their company).

So, there he was bragging about the building and all, then he said: "Oh and we have the most powerful weapon too!"

Officer from my company (Jaeger company or what is it called in english) shouted: "Yes, but they are banned!!" Everyone of the ~800 new guys bursted to laugh. :D

[Happy Times]

Thats armys dark humor allright. ;) http://www.hs.fi/english/article/Defence%20Forces%20suspend%20use%20of%20mortars%20 after%20fatal%20accident%20last%20week/1101981878319