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Before, during and after Coming back strong after joint replacement surgery
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For The Leader Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital From pre-surgical education sessions to postoperative follow-up, Caroline Kihunah, RN-BC, helps people who choose joint replacement navigate the entire process – before, during and after surgery – at the Memorial Hermann Joint Center at Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. “Having a knee or hip joint replaced isn’t as disruptive to an individual’s lifestyle as it used to be,� said Kihunah, the nurse navigator at the Joint Center at Memorial Hermann Northwest. “Technology has improved dramatically over the last decade, and minimally invasive surgical approaches help patients recover faster.� Kihunah’s patients have different goals than most who come to the hospital. “They’ve elected to take a break from their normal activities to take care of themselves and improve their lives,� she said. “Most have lived with pain caused by arthritis and other joint disorders for years before seeking joint replacement. They’ve tried various conservative treatments, ranging from overthe-counter and prescription medications to topical agents, physical therapy and alternative treatments. It’s my job to help them through every step of the joint replacement process and ensure a smooth and safe recovery.� Kihunah’s first encounter with patients at the Joint Center takes place during the preoperative educational class one to two weeks before the scheduled surgery. During the session, she explains how to prepare for surgery, what to expect during the recovery period and postoperative limitations the patient may experience. A team that also includes a physical therapist, dietitian and case manager provides education on the importance of maintaining regular exercise before surgery, physical therapy after surgery, how to control postoperative pain to maximize the benefits of therapy and how to take precautions to avoid dislocations and injury. “Most have a lot of questions because they are eager to understand the joint replacement process,� Kihunah said. “I forge a relationship early on so they’re comfortable with me, which makes them more inclined to ask questions throughout the process. Our goal is to get them back to daily life as quickly as possible after surgery.� Memorial Hermann Northwest has twice been recognized with The Joint Commission Gold Seal of ApprovalŽ for knee replacement and hip replacement surgery. “Ours was the first Joint Commission-certified orthopedic joint center in the Memorial Hermann Health System – and for a couple of years the only one,� Kihunah said. “I was very proud that our hospital led the way. We have a dedicated nursing and therapy team and affiliated surgeons are inspiring with a great bedside manner. We’re a small unit, and we all work together.� Many people view joint pain and loss of joint mobility as an inevitable part of aging. Not so. Today’s synthetic joints are designed to replace painfully arthritic joints and may last as long as 25 years. Although the majority of patients Kihunah sees are in their 60s, younger patients are more apt to go forward with the surgery knowing that the chance of needing a new replacement later is less. Modern joint replacements are made of very high-density polyethylene
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Contributed photo Caroline Kihunah, RN-BC, helps people who choose joint replacement navigate the entire process.
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Finding what’s lasting A look inside meditation with Diamond Way Buddhist Center By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com Tucked away on West 34 Street in an unassuming office complex next door to the Foam Store is an oasis of calm in Oak Forest – the Diamond Way Buddhist Center Houston, 2217 W 34th Street, Suite D. Recently relocated from Oak Forest Drive, the center has also had a home in Garden Oaks some years back as well as in Friendswood which is where Oak Forest resident Beth Williams got involved with it in the 1990s. Diamond Way is part of the Karma Kagyu lineage, one of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Teachings are passed down orally. “Meditation is our main emphasis,� said Williams. “We don’t worship or idolize a Bud-
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Meditation from P. 1b we meditate we bring a clear state of mind.� Lama Ole Nydahl and his wife Hannah became interested in Buddhism during a visit to the East where they met the Gyalwa Karmapa, who is recognized as the first incarnate lama of Tibet. Lama Ole brought the teachings back to the West and made them relevant and practical in daily life. He has founded 600 centers around the world and travels extensively to make sure he visits them all. A core group of his students are known as travelling teachers and offer a weekend program once a month to interested parties in the area. While the benefits of meditating at Diamond Way are immediate for Williams and Cornell. They also have a lasting effect. Cornell said it gives her a solid foundation for the other parts of her life and makes things easier. “We want to benefit ourselves and all beings, and we want to be useful,� said Williams. “You can’t help others when you are confused and suffering. Meditation here al-
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More on meditation Beth Williams said they also tell people that they don’t claim to have the only truth, just their truth. There are many different forms of meditation – categorized as focused meditation, guided meditation, spiritual meditation, mantra meditation, transcendental meditation (abbreviated as TM), movement meditation and mindfulness – and they don’t all work the same for everyone. The Huffington Post cited a study from the San Francisco State University Institute for Holistic Health Studies in 2012 that found that the best way to get the most out of it is to pick the kind that you are most comfortable with, instead of what’s “in�. Take the Meditation style quiz at www.beliefnet.com/Wellness/Quiz/Meditation-Style.aspx
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Keeping Fido from taking a bite out of your wallet Dear Tabby, I’d really love to get a pet, but I’m not sure I can fit a pet into my already-stretched budget. Do you have any tips for having a pet on a budget? Tightfisted in Timbergrove Dear Tightfisted, Thank you for having the foresight to consider your budget before getting a pet. Having a pet does require some budget-finagling and many people jump feet-first into pet ownership without considering the strain on their finances. This is how pets end up in shelters every day. The good news is that there are several budget-friendly ways to have a healthy and happy pet. If you’re sticking to a budget, there’s not a better deal in town than adoption. All of the other benefits aside, (saving a life, promoting responsible pet ownership, etc) adopting--rather than shopping--is the smartest way to get a pet. If you adopt from a reputable shelter or rescue group, your new four-legged friend will come with a clean bill of health, already spayed or neutered and with his first round of shots. Just these basic services at a vet clinic would run you several hundreds of dollars. Shelters run “specials� on adoptions with great regularity, so it’s very possible to adopt a pet for less
than $100 (and sometimes less than $20!). While it’s important to feed your pet a good quality food, the bad news is that typically, the higher the quality of pet food, the steeper the price tag. However, there are many good quality pet foods available that won’t break the bank. Consult with your vet about what food would be best for your pet without compromising your budget. Take advantage of low-cost vaccination opportunities and clinics. When it’s time again for your pet to get updated on his shots, you can typically get all of his vaccinations taken care of for $25 or so. It’s just a matter of calling around (the shelter or rescue group that you adopt from might be able to help) to find out when and where the next low-cost vaccination opportunity is. Lastly, pet supplies can be pricey but there are lots of supplies that still have lots of life left in them if purchased used. Peruse websites like Craigslist or Freecycle to obtain supplies that you can put to use. The bottom line is this: your pet doesn’t care how much you spend on him. Many activities that you can do with your pet don’t cost a dime either. When all is said and done, you’ve given a shelter animal a secondchance at happiness and that will give you a return on your investment for years to come. Do you have a question for Tabby? If so, email her at deartabbyquestions@gmail.com
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Going the Distance – Local marathoner inspires others By Renae Virata For The Leader Heights resident Felix Lugo began running in the 1980s to stay in shape and to run in various 5K and 10K races. In 1997, he decided to take his running one step further by completing a full marathon, joining the marathon and half marathon training program Houston FIT to help him reach his goal. Now, 52 marathons and a handful of ultra-marathons later, running has become a way of life for Lugo. “I ran casually for years but had never formally trained for anything as challenging as a marathon,” said the Hamilton Middle School and Reagan High School alum. “It was always on my bucket list to run just one in my life.” Lugo, 57, first heard about Houston FIT from an attorney who suggested the running program, which conveniently met at Memorial Park every Saturday. The group training program, which began in 1994 and has now grown to include 50 locations across the country under the USA FIT family based in Houston, was still in its early stages, as long-distance running was just starting to gain popularity. Lugo remembers fondly how, in those days, the group had to rely on the most rudimentary tools to train. As the Internet was not as widespread, he and his fellow Houston FIT members relied
on printed maps to determine their weekly running routes. Instead of Google Maps, their coaches gave turn-by-turn directions for each training run. They also did not have the convenient digital apps that can, today, easily give runners their pace times and distances but measured routes by hopping in their cars and using their odometers, calculating everything by hand. “It’s been fun to watch Houston FIT and running in general evolve with the times,” said Lugo, who works in the City of Houston Public Works and Engineering Department. “Running has become accessible for everyone, not just elite athletes or long-time runners. That’s something very important that we stress in our program.” In 1998, Lugo became a “run leader” for his Houston FIT specific training group, helping fellow members navigate their routes during long runs. In 1999, he joined the coaching team as an assistant and then, two years later, became head coach for the marathon group. After five years as coach of the Yellow Marathon Group, he took his involvement even further and became co-organizer of the entire Fall and Spring programs, which he has done for the past five years. Increasing his reach beyond Houston FIT, Lugo also writes and refines the training schedules for all 50 USA FIT programs. A firm believer in helping
Contributed Photo Heights resident Felix Lugo has been inspiring fellow runners for years through his Houston FIT training group. Since 2002, Lugo often carries an American flag across the finish line at the Houston Marathon, compelled by the 9/11 terrorist attacks and his father’s military service.
others, Lugo has channeled his passion for running and coaching as a volunteer with such groups as Dress for Success. For the past two years, he has helped train some of the program’s female clients for
the ABB 5K, which takes place each January. With Lugo’s help, these women learn how to stay healthy and relieve stress as they find jobs and learn other life skills through Bel Inizio and the Dress for
Success program. Running has also been a family affair for Lugo ever since he joined Houston FIT. “My wife Sylvia joined Houston FIT at the same time as I did,” says Lugo. “We have been marathon partners since day one. Our four children have run their share of 5Ks and 10Ks, and we now have 12 grandchildren who love to run. Those that don’t run, volunteer with Houston FIT or at running events. Everyone gets involved.” In 2002, Lugo found an even more personal way to inspire through his running. Compelled by the terrorist attacks from the previous year and his father’s involvement as a Korean War veteran, the Army veteran crossed the finish line four months after 9/11 at the Houston Marathon carrying the U.S. flag. Since then, he has proudly run with the flag at nearly 30 long-distance events. To commemorate his milestone 50th marathon in 2013 at the Gusher Marathon in Beaumont, at which he placed last, he finished with the flag waving behind him to an overwhelming reception of supporters. He plans to continue this tradition, he says, until the last U.S. military member is home from Afghanistan. Most recently, Lugo ran in the Brazos Bend 50-mile event on December 13 and the Snowdrop Ultra 55 Hour Race & Relay on December 30, completing 100 miles in 52
hours, including just 6 hours of rest during the entire race. The Snowdrop Ultra was especially touching to Lugo for two reasons: All proceeds benefit the Snowdrop Foundation to fund pediatric cancer research at Texas Children’s Cancer Center, and for 50 miles of the race and at the end of the race, he once again carried the American flag, the longest he had ever done so, despite freezing temperatures, strong winds and rain. It was yet another proud milestone in Lugo’s continuously evolving running career. “It was a very emotional trip,” Lugo said. “You’re running for the children. They’ve got pictures on the side of the trail. You see them, you keep going. What we go through [at the race] is nothing.” After 18 years with Houston FIT, Lugo reflects on how far he and the group have come. What started as just a simple goal to run one marathon has become a lifelong commitment to help and inspire others to reach their own goals. It’s a journey to this day at which Lugo marvels and is proud to have taken. “It’s an amazing feeling to watch hundreds of our members cross the finish line, especially for the first time,” said Lugo. “Running has given me so many opportunities and will always be a part of my life. Being a coach and volunteer is just my way of giving back.”
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