TKR Benay's Recovery

[Benay]

What I really like about post 3 months is being ok to bathe and jacoozi. Both are favorites! I thought OS was extreme but I did what he said, now it's freedom time.

 

[Layla]

I though OS was extreme but I did what he said, now it's freedom time.

Mine OS was the same! Three months! I've only come across a handful of members in my time here who's OS was as strict as mine. Like you, I behaved because I felt if I didn't and something when wrong, I'd only have myself to blame.
Enjoy the baths and time in the jacuzzi!

 

[Benay]

4th Month Mark Today
I’m doing everything I need to - even took a 5 hour flight to Detroit and stayed 4 days doing my best to avoid any and all slippery ice patches. I have occasional minimal discomfort probably due to the usual pushed too hard but it is totally manageable. Occasionally resort to a Tylenol extra strength but mostly I don’t need. The constant keeping up with the forum is fading too which I remember from last time, really signaled that moving away = recovering. Same as last TKR, this forum has been a life line and sanity check, I appreciate it so much
I’ll be back for anniversary updates unless something crops up pre (that emoji isn’t “goodbye” it’s a thank you).

 

[mendogal]

Thank you for your kind feedback @Benay and best to you and yours for the holiday season. It's so good to read of your progress!!!!

 

[Layla]

Happy Four Month Anniversary, Benay!
Aww, sweet sentiment regarding the forum. We will miss catching up with you as frequently. Thank you for sharing your recovery journeys and supporting others along the way.
Please do stop back on anniversary's to say and let us know how your doing.
Wishing you a happy holiday season and many blessings in 2025!
@Benay

 

[Jamie]

It’s great to hear you’re moving on with your life and that BoneSmart was helpful for you. We never tire of hearing this from our members. We’ll look forward to to updates around your anniversary dates and don’t forget we always host a New Year’s Eve party every year so our members can check in and let us know how they are getting along. Our newer members really appreciate hearing the good news about what is ahead for them after surgery. The New Year’s party has a thread that will be open for a couple of days, so there are plenty of opportunities for a short update. All the best to you!!! Have fun with those new knees.

 

[Benay]

Thought I’d hit the one year mark but it’s a few days to go - but here I am with my annual update. 99% of the time I forget I even had this knee (or the other) replaced. Maybe if I kneel on it and mostly when I’m tired that click in the background, is more noticeable, particularly climbing stairs. Small issues and on the whole it’s solid, strong and probably better than new. I think second time round the process is far less stressful, there is more acceptance of the journey, less sweating the small stuff (which feels monumental at the time). And, like everything else, it passes with patience. I did a few sessions with PT but felt it was a day killer and the process too paint by numbers, one size fits all. I did all my usual activities, pulled back if felt it was an overdo and lived to ice as much as possible. After the 6 week follow up with surgeon I never went back - this forum gave me all the reassurance and help I needed and for that I’m still very grateful. During this 12 months there were improvements - I’m remembering lifting any weight set me back painwise - not significantly but enough to note. For example, I learnt that changing the bed and lifting the mattress at the far end to tuck in the sheets I needed to holler for help. That faded and as it did I had to remind myself I can do that, and everything else, with no difficulty whatsoever. I hope my update has given some comfort to other Bonesmarters who are starting or in the middle of their recovery. Thanks to all the moderators and staff once again for being there and being so caring.

 

[benne68]

What a wonderful update, @Benay! I know that your post will give hope and comfort to those who are still early days.

Thank you for sharing. And happy soon-to-come 1 year an-KNEE-versary to righty!

 

[Jamie]

@Benay It’s great to hear from you and know you’re doing so well. The staff of BoneSmart does our best to provide information and support, but the very best words always come from other members who have walked the path and come out on the other side. Thank you so much for providing that glimpse into what life after knee replacement can be. Here’s hoping next year’s update will be even better!!

 

[Layla]

Thank you so much for your kind words in regard to the forum, Benay! We appreciate it..and you!
We value your contributions here and we're happy you shared your journey with all and continue to update us.
It is wonderful to read that you're doing so well.
Happy One Year Anniversary! Enjoy the rest of the Summer and take good care.
@Benay