Revised PKR to TKR Nine months recovery

[Mavric]

That CT scan was done on Friday morning. I assume the doctor will do a follow up this week. I would love for them to find something. Obviously there's more arthritis and some swelling under the kneecap which I believe is where I'm getting most of my pain if the research that I've done is correct. Lol but I will definitely keep you posted

 

[Jockette]

If they can’t find a reason for continued pain/ discomfort, they can’t fix it.

I had to edit the above quote from my post, I meant to say ”can’t”, not the “can” I originally wrote. One would never know I really do proofread before I click reply!

but I will definitely keep you posted

Please do! I hope they are able to do something to relieve your pain. We have these surgeries for that reason, not to continue to have pain.

 

[Mavric]

Well, I'm going under the knife again 3/24/2023. Going for a TKR. The partial was done correctly he said but more damage under knee cap and bone spurs. He also said there was alot for history with this knee. So were going to start over. This will be the 4th surgery on the knee. Ugh. Wish me luck for recovery.

 

[Jockette]

Best wishes for a successful surgery!

 

[Layla]

This will be the 4th surgery on the knee. Ugh. Wish me luck for recovery.

Fourth times gotta be the charm! We'll be rooting for you.
Wishing you all the best and comfort as you await surgery on Friday. Please stay in touch and let us know how you're doing.

 

[Susie-Q]

Good luck with your upcoming surgery, @Mavric ! Keep us posted!

 

[sistersinhim]

Going for a TKR.

You have a PKR and you know how to recover from that. The TKR is almost the same recovery so you already know what to do and you'll be fine.

 

[Mavric]

Well, I'm going under the knife again 3/24/2023. Going for a TKR. The partial was done correctly he said but more damage under knee cap and bone spurs. He also said there was alot for history with this knee. So were going to start over. This will be the 4th surgery on the knee. Ugh. Wish me luck for recovery.

Surgery went awsome back hm today. Arrivale time 7 hm by 3. ? the new knee feels very loose. Is this comon? I might need to chain my quesions to TKR

 

[sistersinhim]

Yes, your muscles and tendons have been moved and stretched to get your new implant inside your knee. As your knee heals, those soft tissues will return to normal. Now, it's very important to use your walking aids. You do not want to fall! Treat your knee as the newborn baby that it is, giving lots of gentle TLC, and slowly walking around for a few minutes every few hours or so. Listen to your knee and it will tell you when you have done too much. Unfortunately, a lot of times it doesn't show up until night time, so be careful during the day to not overdo it.

 

[Jockette]

I will leave you our Recovery Guidelines. Each article is short but very informative. Following these guidelines will help you have a less painful recovery.

Just keep in mind all people are different, as are the approaches to this recovery and rehab. The key is, “Find what works for you.“ Your doctors, PTs and BoneSmart are available to help, but you are the final judge as to the recovery approach you choose.

Knee Recovery: The Guidelines
1. Don’t worry: Your body will heal all by itself. Relax, let it, don't try and hurry it, don’t worry about any symptoms now, they are almost certainly temporary

2. Control discomfort:

rest​

elevate​

ice​

take your pain meds by prescription schedule (not when pain starts!)​

don't overwork.​

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If you want to use something to help heal the incision, ​

BoneSmart recommends hypochlorous solution. Members in the US can purchase ACTIVE Antimicrobial Hydrogel through BoneSmart at a discount. Similar products should be available in the UK and other countries.​

3. Do what you want to do BUT

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a. If it hurts, don't do it and don't allow anyone - especially a physical therapist - to do it to you​

b. If your leg swells more or gets stiffer in the 24 hours after doing it, don't do it again.​

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4. PT or exercise can be useful BUT take note of these

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the BoneSmart view on exercise​

BoneSmart philosophy for sensible post op therapy​

5. At week 4 and after you should follow this

Activity Progression for TKRs​

6. Access to these pages on the website

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Oral And Intravenous Pain Medications​

Wound Closure​

The Recovery articles:
The importance of managing pain after a TKR and the pain chart
Swollen and stiff knee: what causes it?
Energy drain for TKRs
Elevation is the key
Ice to control pain and swelling
Heel slides and how to do them properly
Chart representation of TKR recovery
Healing: how long does it take?

Post op blues is a reality - be prepared for it
Sleep deprivation is pretty much inevitable - but what causes it?

There are also some cautionary articles here
Myth busting: no pain, no gain
Myth busting: the "window of opportunity" in TKR
Myth busting: on getting addicted to pain meds

We try to keep the forum a positive and safe place for our members to talk about their questions or concerns and to report successes with their joint replacement surgery.

While members may create as many threads as they like in the majority of BoneSmart’s forums, we ask that each member have only One Recovery Thread. This policy makes it easier to go back and review the member’s history before providing advice, so please post any updates or questions you have right here in this thread.

 

[Layla]

HI,
I hope you're doing well, your pain is well managed and you're able to rest comfortably.
Will look forward to your first update.
@Mavric

 

[Susie-Q]

I hope your recovery is going well, @Mavric

 

[Layla]

Happy One Month Anniversary!
Wondering how things are going as you hit this milestone?
I hope you're feeling stronger and steadier on your feet with each passing week.
Please update us on your progress next time you're here. We'd love to read all about it!
Until then, take good care!
@Mavric