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  1. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hi Layla, Thank you so much for the sweet note. Actually today I went to my surgeons office for a follow up. He said everything looked well and he had no concerns and was pleased. He even told me to stop the aggressive PT. (Pushing down on my knees and putting my legs on a board and...
  2. K

    Bilateral TKR Doing beautifully 4.5 months out, then….

    Hi KateLynn, You are doing fantastic. The Flexion is amazing for 6 weeks. Please don't panic. It is easy to get depressed but just remember every day you are closer to healing. The main thing is not to over-do it. Do your exercises and walking around the house are all good things. Try not...
  3. K

    Bilateral TKR Doing beautifully 4.5 months out, then….

    You are doing great. I am just ahead of you. I had my bilateral on Jan 9. I am so glad you are doing well and glad the pain in minimizing! Hang in there and try and stay as positive as you can and if you need anything, please don't hesitate to reach out! :)
  4. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Thank you Beachy! I appreciate the encouragement and advice!
  5. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Thank you Layla! I so needed to hear that. I greatly appreciate your wisdom and that is exactly what my gut was telling me! You are the best!
  6. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hello my Bone Smart friends. I need some guidance. I had bilateral TKR 6 weeks ago and last night I had my PT evaluation and my Left knee extension was at 3 and my right was at 10. Through massage and manipulation the PT was able to get my right to a 5. I am stretching frequently throughout...
  7. K

    Bilateral TKR 4 weeks today

    Happy Two Month Anniversary!!! I am glad you are doing so well! My bilateral is 2 weeks behind you. Today is my six week anniversary. Sounds like you are doing amazing. Going back to work has really elevated my spirits. (I office out of my home, but the sitting can be a bit much. Just...
  8. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hi Layla, You are the best! Thank you for remembering. Yes!!! It has been quite the month. I am back at work for 4 days now. It is going quite well and I am taking breaks to ice and elevate. :) I am sure my back and my knees will bet better as time goes on and very much looking forward...
  9. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Wow! Those are great suggestions. I too have had surgery on my L5/S1 so I wonder if I am more predisposed to it. Thank you. I will certainly try them. Good Morning JusticeRider, I appreciate the advice about the massage therapist. Dealing with my both my knees and now my back is a lot...
  10. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Thanks for the suggestion. I didn't even think of a massage therapist! I so appreciate the suggestion
  11. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hello there- Sorry for the delay. I have to be honest. I have had some set backs and I hate posting depressing things. :( (There have have been good days as well, but I have run into some difficulties.) I have had some very painful lower back pain and have had issues getting relief...
  12. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hi Layla, I hope all is well with you! Thank you so much for the important information. I will be at Week 4 on Monday and planning on going back to work. (I office from home.) Things are improving but I never realized how tired I would be. It really does take a toll on your body! :)...
  13. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Thanks for reaching out. Sorry for the delay. I am not on my computer as much these days. I hope you going back to work goes smoothly. Standing on concrete sounds painful!!! :( I office out of my home, but planning on going back to work next week! Hope I can do it!! :) Please take...
  14. K

    Bilateral TKR Finally On The Other Side. Bilateral TKR 1/9

    Hello, I just wanted to apologize for not writing sooner. I had bilateral TKR on January 9. It will be exactly 3 weeks tomorrow. I must say it has been a bit of a journey mostly because of my reaction to pain medication. I truly believe if I wasn't so sick with that, my recovery would have...
  15. K

    Bilateral TKR Bilateral TKR what supplies do I need?

    Hi Beach and Lyla- Great news! Surgery went well on Monday. Tonight is my first night at home. Sometimes I am having issues getting comfortable but all and all things are going okay! I am scooting around with the walker, using the ice machine and the lounger. I had an hour long car ride...
  16. K

    Bilateral TKR Bilateral TKR what supplies do I need?

    Thank you Layla!! I so appreciate all your help!
  17. K

    Bilateral TKR Bilateral TKR what supplies do I need?

    Thank you so much! I so appreciate the well-wishes. I promise to keep you posted on the other side! :)
  18. K

    TKR Gooseisland1’s Recovery Journey

    That is such excellent news! GREAT JOB!!!! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful update. It is very encouraging for someone like myself who is getting ready to have it done! :) Thank you!
  19. K

    Bilateral TKR Bilateral TKR what supplies do I need?

    Thank you Arjay! Having never been through it, I am sure I don't know what I am in for and it seems daunting to me, but trusting my surgeon. Thank you for the warm wishes. I so appreciate it and I promise to keep you posted!! I hope you have a wonderful 2023!! :)
  20. K

    Bilateral TKR Bilateral TKR what supplies do I need?

    THANK YOU!!! I so appreciate the encouragement!
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