Hello, trying to get started on the path...

SilentBob · March 8, 2008

Hello, I'm 36 years old and retired from the USAF. I got hurt in Southwest Asia and had to have back surgery. They saved my back but I had other complications with nerves in my legs and arthritis set in my knees as well. I was medically retired due to this and ever since I have gained weight in a hurry. I now weigh 100 lbs more than I did before my injuries. Due to my injuries I can't exercise at the rate I used to... Prior to May 2004 I ran 3 miles a day 4 days a week and occasionally 6 mile runs on top of those ( whenever my supervisors would decide to push us) now? Now I can only walk for 15-20 minutes and have excruciating pain in my back and left leg afterwards. I'm sure the weight just makes it worse which hurts the exercising efforts. Anyway, my insurance just announced ( or rather I discovered ) that they will cover Lap -Banding. I'm just starting out on this journey and found this site.

Anyone in North Florida have TriCare Insurance and know of any docs that accept it?

losingjusme · March 8, 2008

welcome to LBT. sorry about your back and knee, I think exercising will be made easier once you start losing weight. but even walking will help.

banding is one of the best thing I've done for myself.

good luck.

shortgal · March 8, 2008

Go to the doctors and hospital or insurance sections on the forum and look for previous posts on Tricare. You can also try a "search" on the forum. Advanced Search is at the very right top of the forum page.

Above the lady with the apple and all the way to the right.

suzle · March 8, 2008

Good luck Bob...I am also just beginning my process..hang in there and be proactive. Sorry about your back. The weight loss will help. Your'e young enough for a great recovery..go get em!