TKR Samps New Knee

[shrdlu]

My PT wanted me on a walker the first month (and I was getting around well with just a cane), and then on a cane for another month. They said they wanted to give the bone time to heal. Once I realized that I had a tendency to pivot on the ball of my foot (and put stress on the knee) when turning a corner, then the walker and cane seemed like a good idea. So don't rush getting off of a cane. It is there to slow you down while you heal. (This is coming from someone who is very impatient about getting healed and up and going. With my 1st knee replacement, I had a vacation planned 2 weeks after surgery, as the hospital nursing staff said it was probably do-able...including bike rides around an island. My PT convinced me that it wasn't the best idea, even if I could physically do it.) But it sounds like you are making great progress.

 

[Vangheluwec]

Sounds like you are doing great. Nice to hear that you are off pain meds. Getting around without the cane full time will come in time. I think I'm 8 weeks out and still need cane outside and in the evening. Driving again was one of the best parts. My appetite has started to return around 6 weeks hopefully yours will also.


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[New England Librarian]

You are making great progress! You are also thinking clearly and articulating your goals . When I was at your stage I was still happy if the poop fairy visited and I could get in a short walk followed by a long nap!

 

[jarabas]

Hi Samp,

I like your attitude. You are focused on getting better and keeping things real at the same time.
Just wanted to let you know that you are inspiring me.

 

[smarttoys]

How are you and the new knee doing? Hope your recovery is going well.