TKR I started back to work then - oops!

[Lynne Cleveland]

I’m scheduled to return on 12/12, which will be exactly 12 weeks for me. I see the doctor next week for a postop check. I’m not sure about going back full time. There are only 8 days before Christmas break ( I work in the school). I’m just waiting to see this next week.
I’m still using a cane about 75% of the time.
The pain is better but controlled with Tramadal and Tylenol every 6 hours. I sometimes use Advil in between which helps. Getting out a little more but not for very long. Doing a little
more at home but break things up. I have had
pain behind my knee as well, more these last few weeks. I’m anxious about asking for 1/2 day even for those 8 days. Just waiting to talk with doctor and get a note from him.

 

[LuluArchie]

Hi everyone hope you are a 'll well.

Well I have now given up my job because I tried to go back and my knee was still not right. I am having my right knee replaced on February 19th.

I will take my time to get this one better,then look for a new job.

I hope you are all getting on well.
Best wishes

Jane xx

 

[Celle]

I'm sorry you had to give up your job, Jane.
Would work not accommodate you with some half days? Or a certificate from your surgeon, saying you needed a bit more time?

I hope that you find a more understanding employer after your second knee replacement.

 

[KarriB]

That’s too bad, Jane. Going back part time worked for me, but not all employers are able to be as flexible. I did worry a lot my job while I was recovering, so you won’t have that to fret about. How’s your TKR doing?

 

[LuluArchie]

Hi everyone,

Just a quick question. As you can see from my posts I had my knee replacement on the 19th September 2017. I would like to say that I am still in a lot of pain. When I move in certain positions i sometimes call out in pain. Also I am still waking up at night. Do any of you have the same probles,or is it just me?

Many thanks.
Jane x

 

[KarriB]

It was a full 3 months before I slept well. I was still very conscious of my knee and moving it while in bed. Are you in a lot of pain only while sleeping/in bed?

 

[sistersinhim]

Sleeping well is a problem for just every tkr patient. It is so aggravating! But, sleeping will get better as your healing continues. I took lots of naps until my night time sleep got better. You heal more while you're sleeping, so catch it when you can!

 

[Lynne Cleveland]

Yes, mine was 9/17. I am still having pain as well. It’s pretty much there all the time at some level. Still using Tramadal at least once a day with 2 tylenol and filling in with Tylenol and Advil during the day. I’m giving myself the 6 month marker to hopefully notice a real, lasting change. About to go back to work next week full time, will see!