mahscott72
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- 52
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Hi! I’m Melisa. I’m 51. Live in SE Wisconsin. I’m a Communication Director/Graphic Designer at a large church.
RTKR on 3/20/23, robot assist.
In 2012 I had meniscus repair on the same knee.
My leg was not aligned. Bone was wearing away. I suspect all stems from issues I was born with (my parents are deceased so I cannot consult them).
Surgery went well. I didn’t do well coming out of it, was too nauseous to get up out of bed after surgery. Never do well with anesthetic. Prior to surgery they told me studies have shown if you are prone to motion sickness (I am, terribly), you will have issues with anesthetic.
Upon waking in my room after surgery the first thing my husband told me was that my brother had died (age 61). He was very unhealthy, chronic COPD, refused to stop smoking even after having his O2 explode in his face. I had texted his son (age 37) on the way in to let them know I was having surgery. While i was in surgery my nephew texted me that his dad had died, felt bad having to tell me via text. Things are a bit foggy, not sure how soon I called my nephew. When i did talk to him they weren’t sure what they would do for a service, they have no money. His mom is also very unhealthy and not ambulatory. He is her caretaker. So i offered up the church I work at with no fees. They are unchurched people, but graciously accepted. The next evening one of our pastors stopped by my house so we could talk initial details. And then the rest of the week was funeral planning mode. Being short staffed at the church I have been helping with funerals. Even Friday post surgery going to a flower shop with my nephew so i could buy the flowers. It took a few days to hit me that it was my brother who I was planning this funeral for. Initially i was sad that my brothers unhealthy life took his life, but not really any sorrow. The service was April 1. Thankful for great people in my life and another brother to help. But looking back I did A LOT. And going to PT, healing. Yikes.
As of today I’m at 5 weeks post surgery. I’m doing well. Started back in the office last week (phased return). Thankful to have a sofa in my office suite and a stool that I can use under my desk. With Easter also happening recently I was also working from my sofa at home from time to time. Didn’t mind it so much, good distractions. Good to be back in the office with my good friends. I drove to PT and work today!
I’ve been doing PT 2-3 times a week. They are wonderful there. I also did 6 rounds of laser therapy to help with pain and scar tissue worth a shot.
I’m an avid cyclist and anxious to get back on the bike, however know it will be a bit. Glad it’s still cold in WI.
From following the forum, seems like most of my complaints are common. The couple I will put out there are where my scar is from the meniscus repair can be very sensitive. And behind my knee, just below the crease gets sore.
Thanks for reading this far!
Melisa
RTKR on 3/20/23, robot assist.
In 2012 I had meniscus repair on the same knee.
My leg was not aligned. Bone was wearing away. I suspect all stems from issues I was born with (my parents are deceased so I cannot consult them).
Surgery went well. I didn’t do well coming out of it, was too nauseous to get up out of bed after surgery. Never do well with anesthetic. Prior to surgery they told me studies have shown if you are prone to motion sickness (I am, terribly), you will have issues with anesthetic.
Upon waking in my room after surgery the first thing my husband told me was that my brother had died (age 61). He was very unhealthy, chronic COPD, refused to stop smoking even after having his O2 explode in his face. I had texted his son (age 37) on the way in to let them know I was having surgery. While i was in surgery my nephew texted me that his dad had died, felt bad having to tell me via text. Things are a bit foggy, not sure how soon I called my nephew. When i did talk to him they weren’t sure what they would do for a service, they have no money. His mom is also very unhealthy and not ambulatory. He is her caretaker. So i offered up the church I work at with no fees. They are unchurched people, but graciously accepted. The next evening one of our pastors stopped by my house so we could talk initial details. And then the rest of the week was funeral planning mode. Being short staffed at the church I have been helping with funerals. Even Friday post surgery going to a flower shop with my nephew so i could buy the flowers. It took a few days to hit me that it was my brother who I was planning this funeral for. Initially i was sad that my brothers unhealthy life took his life, but not really any sorrow. The service was April 1. Thankful for great people in my life and another brother to help. But looking back I did A LOT. And going to PT, healing. Yikes.
As of today I’m at 5 weeks post surgery. I’m doing well. Started back in the office last week (phased return). Thankful to have a sofa in my office suite and a stool that I can use under my desk. With Easter also happening recently I was also working from my sofa at home from time to time. Didn’t mind it so much, good distractions. Good to be back in the office with my good friends. I drove to PT and work today!
I’ve been doing PT 2-3 times a week. They are wonderful there. I also did 6 rounds of laser therapy to help with pain and scar tissue worth a shot.
I’m an avid cyclist and anxious to get back on the bike, however know it will be a bit. Glad it’s still cold in WI.
From following the forum, seems like most of my complaints are common. The couple I will put out there are where my scar is from the meniscus repair can be very sensitive. And behind my knee, just below the crease gets sore.
Thanks for reading this far!
Melisa
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