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Attribute this to energy drain. Our body's energy supply isn't limitless. So when we're in healing mode after major surgery our energy...
Aug 1, 2023
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My PT never had me do this exercise and there’s no way I could have, at 4 weeks post op. This is a training/strengthening exercise, and...
Aug 1, 2023
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YES to answer your question. On my first TKR, left knee in January, I had seemingly random fluctuations in energy for three months. I...
Aug 1, 2023
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Yes, I took and still take Magnesium to help me sleep more soundly. Sleeping will get better. I had more trouble I think because I was...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hello and Welcome to BoneSmart and recovery! Thanks for joining us. I look forward to following your healing journey. I hope you'll...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hi and Welcome! Good for you for standing your ground about the walker. I liked mine better than the cane, also. It is your decision...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hello Everyone, I had TKR on my right knee on June 27th. 4 weeks out today. My most difficult issue has been lack of sleep. It helps so...
Jul 25, 2023
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Knee replacement is not an easy recovery. Young or old the knee doesn’t care! Give yourself grace with this recovery. :)
Jul 25, 2023
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Bless your heart. These are not basic TKR exercises until your surgery is about 3-4 months old. It doesn't sound like it has been that...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hi @CathLab0339 - you're still very early in your recovery process... you can't really rush soft tissue healing! On my first TKA 6...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hey all! I am a 33 year old nurse who had a total knee replacement about 4.5 weeks ago! After a failed knee surgery last year for my...
Jul 25, 2023
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I remember those days. Still have a few of them! It will get better. Give yourself permission to sleep during the day or whenever your...
Jul 25, 2023
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The insomnia has kicked in! I have been sleeping well until last night. Fell asleep at 5:30 and woke up at 6:30. That’s it. Ugh...
Jul 25, 2023
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Please don't let them hurt you. It's not necessary to push the process, just let it happen naturally. It is a slow process, but the...
Jul 25, 2023
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Hey hippies, so far so good. Maybe it’s the painkillers but I’m so pleased with myself today. It’s been a bit bumpy, spinal block...
Jul 21, 2023
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