Afternoon! TKR completed on 9/8/20 @12:30pm. Took 3 hours to complete because of the enormous amount of scar issue that had to be removed.
First I would just like to thank everyone who chimed in a few months ago to give your positive support! I didn’t reply, but I did read each message, and gave me that extra little support for my decision
As I start day 4 of recovery, I’m feeling really good! Pain is being managed, and I’ve moved to only taking my low dose of hydros throughout the day/night. The wife has done a tremendous job of keeping me comfortable/safe, while pushing me in PT.
Although I don’t start formal PT until Monday, I’ve already been busting my butt. PT exercises/ROM during the day, foot bolster, CPM machine, along with just waking around.
Quick question about CPM as I’ve now gotten mixed messages. The company of the CPM say this should be used 3x day for 2 hours. Pre surgical testing and my nurse at PT said, “use it if you want.” Anyone have any advice/input on how much I should be in the machine?
Thank you again everyone! I’m excited to keep getting stronger
First I would just like to thank everyone who chimed in a few months ago to give your positive support! I didn’t reply, but I did read each message, and gave me that extra little support for my decision
As I start day 4 of recovery, I’m feeling really good! Pain is being managed, and I’ve moved to only taking my low dose of hydros throughout the day/night. The wife has done a tremendous job of keeping me comfortable/safe, while pushing me in PT.
Although I don’t start formal PT until Monday, I’ve already been busting my butt. PT exercises/ROM during the day, foot bolster, CPM machine, along with just waking around.
Quick question about CPM as I’ve now gotten mixed messages. The company of the CPM say this should be used 3x day for 2 hours. Pre surgical testing and my nurse at PT said, “use it if you want.” Anyone have any advice/input on how much I should be in the machine?
Thank you again everyone! I’m excited to keep getting stronger