I think my recovery this time is slower than last time (RTKR Dec 05) which is not really surprising considering I'm 5 years older. But I'm so very grateful to all the contributors here who are helping me place my experience in context. Whilst I would never want anyone to undergo suffering or discomfort, it IS reassuring to know I am not the "only one" undergoing these things.
Age may have something to do with it, but I had a BTKR done, and my right one was always lagging behind my left one and giving me fits. Again...what is "normal" in a TKR? There is no "normal" when it comes to recovery---unfortunately, one knee does not necessarily recover like the other...
My best wishes to you as yo lecture..Josephine has some great ideas, and concur! Ice, elevate when you can, try to use a stool or a chair... pain meds too are a must. And thanks for the kudos---please remember that you are part of this family and that we are all here to help each other! Please keep us up-to-date as to how you are doing.