Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

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:

Sorry it didn't go so well...

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

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.

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

Getting you back into a damp Uboat is just what the doctor ordered. :doh:

Will this effect your sea legs? :gulp:

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

[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.

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

[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.

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

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 :|\

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

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.

knee
 

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

Good to have you back.

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

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

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.

Re: Guess who´s back! (Possibly for good)
 

You can say that again.

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

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.

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

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!

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