Originally Posted by Tricia3

I'm new too and concerned about my age...soon to be 60 as well and my current medical problems. I have chronic pain and have been on disability because of it for 12 years. I always had to struggle with my weight but when exercise became so much more limited by my foot & back problems I started gradually gaining. Each year added 8-12 lbs until now I weigh 260 lbs at 5 ft 7 . Both knee joints are shot and my back problem is approaching the need for a fusion (fusing the bones together).

I have lots less muscle mass now. I was wondering if you know any post op patients in their 60s who have done well? Do they lose weight slower?

Thanks for helping