3 weeks and counting . . .

[NJW]

It's now been 3 weeks since my BTKR and I'm told that I'm doing great. I can straighten both knees to zero and my ROM is at about 115 in each. Walking with a cane with really no pain. Actually enjoying therapy. Begin each session with the heat packs and muscle stimulus. Then it's on to the bike and other equipment. I can see where the bike is so important because it really gets rid of the stiffness. No room in my house for a full size exercise bike so I've ordered one of those mini cycles that you use while sitting in a chair. I'll let everyone know how it works. My only big problem is still SLEEP! Tonight I'm going to try Tylenol PM to see if I can get more than a couple hours at a stretch. Overall, I'm still glad I did both knees. Now I need some patience to realize it will still take awhile til I'm fully recovered.

Nancy

 

[JenniferG]

Good to hear how well you are doing, congrats and keep up the hard work. Sleep comes. And the knees become less obvious in bed when together. Have you tried a full body pillow or pillow between the knees? I had both done together also and remember the longest time of feeling like they were knocking together like a couple of pots and pans.

 

[Turtlelady53]

Nancy,
Glad you are doing so well. I have no had the opportunity to use a bike yet, which is probably why my ROM is only 83 and 85.

We "bilats" have to stick together! I am a little over two weeks out and will start outpatient PT next week. I have it at home through this week so have not had the advantage yet of using a bike. I have been sleeping on my back, but with difficulty. I think Jenn's suggestion of a body pillow is great. I may try that. I tried last night sleeping a bit on my side with pillows between my legs, and it felt SO good for a short time to just get off my back.

I look forward to hearing your progress, as we are very close with BKTR. I, too, am glad I had both done because I sure wouldn't want to go through this again!

Sharon

 

[Josephine]

wow! You are doing great there, lady! Keep it up.