I live in the Central West of NSW Australia, and am booked in for a knee replacement on 14 June. I am looking forward to it as I am sick of the pain and discomfort. The Ortho says it is bone on bone and now is the time to do it. My dilemma is do I try to build up my thighs and calves before the operation or just rely on physiotherapy afterwards. I would really appreciate any input from any side of the question. I am 63, still working, reasonably fit but definately not an athlete, not obese, but I can't ride my bike any more than 3/4 mile.
I find that one post I have read where the patient has lost interest in his light beer and a gl*** of red in the evening the only scary thing about this process, so please don't send any bad news along these lines as I am very positive about this.
I find that one post I have read where the patient has lost interest in his light beer and a gl*** of red in the evening the only scary thing about this process, so please don't send any bad news along these lines as I am very positive about this.