Oh bullcrap. A destroyed knee hurts no matter where you are.
Pain is a very personal issue, some people have a very high pain threshold while others have none at all. Comparisons to a soldier who either takes the pain and walks out or dies and professional male athletes, of which I have seen more than a few writhing in agony, are ridiculous.
It seems that since about the time of the last election cycle Free Republic has become free to ridicule, insult and hate monger for more than a few members. Common decency and empathy? Screw it, wheres the fun in that!
Hate away!