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Revision TKR Hood1980’s Revision
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Dzina
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kayow11
senior
In past posts, you said that you had pain because of your knee being misaligned and also secondary problems from that. I suggest to get it over with it too. I think that waiting longer would have made my secondary symptoms worse, and maybe even more permanent.
For me personally, my last surgery was my easiest one to recover from, and the least painful. The first week is always touchy, but after that it seemed to go a little better.
I know I was doing things more for myself and moving easier after the third surgery than the other two. My husband said so also. But of course each person is unique and each knee situation is different, so you really don't know for sure how you will recover.
I know I counted on my husband to do a lot for me and help plenty, but I know I could have done many things myself if he wasn't around. I just accepted his services with joy, and was really glad I had him there, but it wasn't essential for many things.
I think though that my whole body has had a hard time recovering from three surgeries so close together. So that is a big factor for me. I have been in recovery mode since June 2017.
Don't plan on having problems after this surgery. That just sets you up for failures in mind and body.
Be excited that you're going to have a straight leg, and your surgeon, who is known to be good, is going to do his best to fix all those other things too. Then it is up to your body to heal on its own timetable.
Concentrate on trusting God with your body, your outcome, your decisions to do this, and your surgeon.
Even though I did all of those things, I'm still not in a very good physical state, but I am still anticipating more improvements and better strength and function as time goes on.
I won't even let myself think that I possibly won't get better, and will end up with these disabilities.
Don't underestimate the power of your thoughts and what you profess with your mouth, or the ability of your body to heal itself.
For me personally, my last surgery was my easiest one to recover from, and the least painful. The first week is always touchy, but after that it seemed to go a little better.
I know I was doing things more for myself and moving easier after the third surgery than the other two. My husband said so also. But of course each person is unique and each knee situation is different, so you really don't know for sure how you will recover.
I know I counted on my husband to do a lot for me and help plenty, but I know I could have done many things myself if he wasn't around. I just accepted his services with joy, and was really glad I had him there, but it wasn't essential for many things.
I think though that my whole body has had a hard time recovering from three surgeries so close together. So that is a big factor for me. I have been in recovery mode since June 2017.
Don't plan on having problems after this surgery. That just sets you up for failures in mind and body.
Be excited that you're going to have a straight leg, and your surgeon, who is known to be good, is going to do his best to fix all those other things too. Then it is up to your body to heal on its own timetable.
Concentrate on trusting God with your body, your outcome, your decisions to do this, and your surgeon.
Even though I did all of those things, I'm still not in a very good physical state, but I am still anticipating more improvements and better strength and function as time goes on.
I won't even let myself think that I possibly won't get better, and will end up with these disabilities.
Don't underestimate the power of your thoughts and what you profess with your mouth, or the ability of your body to heal itself.
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Hood1980
senior
Thank you @kayow11 for the uplifting and motivating reply! I sure needed it! I know what you say is correct. My misaligned leg is causing me other problems and I have learned to compensate for them, mostly by being less active, unfortunately and that has another whole set of issues as you know.
My misaligned leg really came front and center for me this weekend. My DH and I went with my daughter and her family to the mountains for a long weekend. (Thank goodness there was a break in the rain!). I merely observed all the fun. No hikes, water parks, zip lines or tubing for me. [emoji22]. Just the walking, sitting (without elevating), and the car ride was too much for me. Sunday night and Monday I was totally miserable and am now just able to bear to walk. Time for that revision!
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My misaligned leg really came front and center for me this weekend. My DH and I went with my daughter and her family to the mountains for a long weekend. (Thank goodness there was a break in the rain!). I merely observed all the fun. No hikes, water parks, zip lines or tubing for me. [emoji22]. Just the walking, sitting (without elevating), and the car ride was too much for me. Sunday night and Monday I was totally miserable and am now just able to bear to walk. Time for that revision!
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SusieShoes
Former BoneSmart staff member
Just as any of us with our primary replacements, the day comes when we know it’s “time.” Time to do it. You want, and need, to go on with life. It’s time. Giving yourself a chance for something better will free your spirit. 
Looking forward is a better place to be.
Looking forward is a better place to be.
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Hood1980
senior
Received my Lounge Doctor in the mail yesterday! I wish I had gotten one for the first surgery, but I just learned they came in a small! WooHoo! This is getting real! One month from today! [emoji15]
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kayow11
senior
Time to get on with your life 
just pray and trust and let it go. Don't anticipate problems.
Count on success and recovery and hard work and a better quality of life after this last surgery. A few bumps in the road may be normal, but that's what you have robo knees (quality tires) for. There really aren't any better options.
Stay distracted, busy as much as you're able, and mentally at peace.
just pray and trust and let it go. Don't anticipate problems. Count on success and recovery and hard work and a better quality of life after this last surgery. A few bumps in the road may be normal, but that's what you have robo knees (quality tires) for. There really aren't any better options.
Stay distracted, busy as much as you're able, and mentally at peace.
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Hood1980
senior
Thank you @kayow11. I’m beginning to think no one ever reads my posts and should start a new thread under “September Sapphires”. Lol I am keeping busy and pushing through the pain. I have so much to do, especially to get my parents ready for me to be down again. I keep praying that it will work this time. I can’t help doubts that are always there. I’m still having a hard time accepting that someone messed up my leg and my life and I may not ever have that life back but hopefully it will be better than what I have now.
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Spex10
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Not too long to go now although I bet you wish it was sooner or, even better, over and done with. But time passes and I'm sure things will go well for you and you can get back to life as you want it to be. Good luck!
Desertgal
member
@Hood1980 we are here for you! Keep busy ( not like your not) and 9/5 will be here before you know it. I just keep saying to myself “my knee is not going to get better on its own, I need help”. Now that I found an OS that cares, I have to believe in him that it is going to work out. You do the same. We deserve a good life and a revision is not the end of the line.
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Hood1980
senior
Going around getting the things done that I need to get done prior to my revision surgery, but am getting concerned that I have not received anything from the surgeon’s office but the surgery date. I’ve called twice this week inquiring about the package I’m suppose to receive and they say they leave a message for the surgical coordinator, but I hear nothing back. I even explained I’m leaving August 24th for a cruise and need to have my pre-op testing done prior to that. Disconcerting for sure....
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jboles
graduate
Tag Josephine with this question on your thread and she will post a sample photo for you to take of your leg and post so she can look at it.
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