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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    I have a coworker getting ready for TKR. Going back and reading my posts from 2 years ago and talking to her as she prepares reminded me how far I have come. It was a long 12 weeks post op and a full year of firsts as I recovered and healed. Now I can do most Crossfit movements including run...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Officially 3.5 months out and finally think I am better than presurgery. Today I did a full clean and split jerk. No pain. The road here was rough but hoping for continued improvement. Thanks everyone for all the support. It is very appreciated.
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    I am 7 weeks out. I have turned a big corner the past week or so! I am doing modified Crossfit and barbell workouts 2-3 days/week, can hike 3-4 miles with fairly steep ascent/descent, am back work full time, and ROM is 2 on extension/113 flexion. Still hitting PT 2-3 days a week. Here is today...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Thanks for the encouragement. My ROM progress brings me a lot of anxiety. I got more ROM presurgery lifting, so I figured I will head in the direction very slowly and carefully.
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    4 weeks post op. Definitely a 2 steps forward 1 step back process. Extension is 6 degrees (working so hard on this) and flexion 111. I can swim. I am back at my gym 2-3 days a week (very modified). I go to outpatient PT 3 days. Starting back to work in 2 weeks. I do a bit from home everyday. I...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    I am young (44) and strong. I could squat 250 pounds before surgery. I think it has made a huge difference in my recovery. The down side are the muscle spasms. I still am not recovered of course but I am turning the corner. I just hope I don’t regret my choices today . I did 4x2 95# push press...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Thank you for merging! Appreciate it.
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Just checking in on how folks are doing in the 2-3 week range. I had surgery on July 14th. Things are progressing. I have been walking without assistance for awhile now. I get 8K-10K steps a day. I started driving about a week ago. I have been going to outpatient PT 3 days a week and do a lot at...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Strength training would be for my upper body only at this point. It will be a week or two before I go there and I will ensure I start slow and feel ready. When I ruptured my achilles, I did something similar at 3 weeks post op. The best news today is I had my post op follow up. Everything...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Yes, with my surgeon. I am hitting PT 4-5 hours a week already. I will go back to my gym soon as well with very modified plans. Every class has a strength, mobility, and metabolic conditioning component. This will be a huge part if my long term plan as well. I will cross the work bridge when...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    I discussed caring for my kids and the husband’s job prior to surgery. He said I should be fine at the 1.5-2 week mark. I do have a summer nanny for when I work. She has come several hours when he goes to work. I plan to ask about swimming tomorrow. I am in a leadership role at a large...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    That is great to hear! I am following the rules but trying to find those activities that keep me sane through this process. A positive outlook and daily disposition is SO important to recovery. Making the choice to drop the pain pills seems like a great step for me. I have yet to work in...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Great suggestion on checking with insurance. I will do that Monday morning. I am honestly not fighting that this will take time BUT I do need to find those things that are not overtaxing that make me enjoy life in this situation. Sunshine and time outdoors with my kids are both in that...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Thank you everyone for the insight and advice! It is appreciated. I will add that walking unassisted was approved by my PT on Tuesday. I had to pass a ROM, strength, and balance test. I did drop all my pain meds today, which has improved my overall mood. My stomach and head already are thanking...
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    TKR TKR 2 Years Out

    Also, when can I go swimming? I will ask the Doc Monday too. We are in the middle of a midwest heat wave. Sitting in a cool pool with some sunshine for an hour might help my mood.
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