Hi everyone,
I have been reading the thread for the majority of recovery.
I am a woman
53 y/o, 1.71 meters, 67.13kg
Total knee replacement 12/1/2021. No walking in hospital. Anemic for 2 weeks post op.
I have endured a rather harsh bout of PT for 8 weeks. It has been three times per week until I could not endure another minute. He was a recommendation from my spouse. The pain was severe. He finally pushed the knee backwards so harshly, I thought I might fall off the table. He pulled, pushed, raised, leg lifts. He did get me to 90 degrees. Myself no such luck.
Relieved P.T. of his duties at 8 weeks. There is consistent swelling of leg, scar looks excellent as I massage with organic body oil & lavender, sharp pains through knee, nerve endings engaging incessantly.
Chiropractor massaging and breaking scar tissue, as well as STEM. It feels amazing. Believed I could take a jaunt in our vehicle twice - not a delightful trip.
Heat is normal.
The problem, my surgeon wants to have a manipulation next Wednesday to stay within the "window."
A sonogram will be conducted today surgeons concern of blood clot in leg.
I began this journey anemic and the blood transfusion needed was not completed.
I am mentally exhausted. I cry daily. This procedure challenged me in more ways than I have ever thought possible. I never would have decided upon this surgery knowing the outcome.
Chiropractor said, try to ride a stationary bike. I did. Full-pedal motion. 5 minutes.
Damage and more swelling. I cannot get more than 40 rom myself and I cry.
I have been so active climbing mountains, swimming, running, cardio, etc. I am spent and see no flicker of light.
Any words of wisdom.
Date of surgery - 12-1-2021
Thank you
I have been reading the thread for the majority of recovery.
I am a woman
53 y/o, 1.71 meters, 67.13kg
Total knee replacement 12/1/2021. No walking in hospital. Anemic for 2 weeks post op.
I have endured a rather harsh bout of PT for 8 weeks. It has been three times per week until I could not endure another minute. He was a recommendation from my spouse. The pain was severe. He finally pushed the knee backwards so harshly, I thought I might fall off the table. He pulled, pushed, raised, leg lifts. He did get me to 90 degrees. Myself no such luck.
Relieved P.T. of his duties at 8 weeks. There is consistent swelling of leg, scar looks excellent as I massage with organic body oil & lavender, sharp pains through knee, nerve endings engaging incessantly.
Chiropractor massaging and breaking scar tissue, as well as STEM. It feels amazing. Believed I could take a jaunt in our vehicle twice - not a delightful trip.
Heat is normal.
The problem, my surgeon wants to have a manipulation next Wednesday to stay within the "window."
A sonogram will be conducted today surgeons concern of blood clot in leg.
I began this journey anemic and the blood transfusion needed was not completed.
I am mentally exhausted. I cry daily. This procedure challenged me in more ways than I have ever thought possible. I never would have decided upon this surgery knowing the outcome.
Chiropractor said, try to ride a stationary bike. I did. Full-pedal motion. 5 minutes.
Damage and more swelling. I cannot get more than 40 rom myself and I cry.
I have been so active climbing mountains, swimming, running, cardio, etc. I am spent and see no flicker of light.
Any words of wisdom.
Date of surgery - 12-1-2021
Thank you