TKR Sudden cramp like pain walking down stairs

[WFD]

I’m using one crutch.

How about going back to two crutches? You'll probably be able to walk more smoothly, with a better gait.

 

[sistersinhim]

but as Righty improves, Lefty may feel better.

I agree. I broke my right foot and ankle when my right TKR knee was less than a year old. I was non-weight bearing for 8 weeks and my old, left knee threw a fit. Not only that one, but my new knee, too, it wanted to be used! As I was able to get back on my new right leg, my left knee started feeling better. You might have the same result.

 

[ouchie!]

Thank you so much for your comments. My unsteadiness and discomfort is preventing me from walking outside and I never though to use 2 crutches outside - that might give me the confidence to walk outside more rather than do laps of my rather teeny tiny house. Thank you again.

 

[sistersinhim]

I never though to use 2 crutches outside

I used a rolling walker. I was able to put the walker on the ground and then hold on to the handrails on the steps to get down to the walker. You could probably use a normal walker, too. It is so uplifting to get out in fresh air!

 

[ouchie!]

@sistersinhim what is a rolling walker please?

 

[EalingGran]

Like a zimmer frame but with wheels- a rollator

 

[Jockette]

@sistersinhim what is a rolling walker please?

Here are 2 examples:

 

[Jockette]

Here is an example of a simpler, less expensive walker:

 

[mendogal]

Here is an example of a simpler, less expensive walker:

The version on the right - called a front wheeled walker in USA - is pretty standard among folks needing more support than a cane, and is my preferred one.
Unless you really need the handbrakes or seat - and some folks do love having the seat!!!! - the front wheeled walker is not only less expensive, it's MUCH more maneuverable in small rooms and hallways and much simpler to get into a vehicle.

 

[sistersinhim]

I had the one with the seat with 4 wheels and brakes. I used it to move my ice machine to the sink and fridge when I needed to switch out the frozen water bottles. Also, the seat carried my meals to my nesting area.

 

[ouchie!]

Thank you everyone, I know what you mean now!

 

[Layla]

Happy Two Month Anniversary!
I hope you had a nice weekend and have a great week ahead!
Take care and stay in touch, ouchie.
@ouchie!

 

[ouchie!]

Thank you Layla! I’m going to sit in the car tomorrow to try out the pedals - I won’t drive anywhere but just get the feel of it. Still got that tight band feeling so I’m not rushing it!

 

[ouchie!]

Feeling so fed up today. Didn’t sleep much with throbbing knee, after doing so well with my sleep before. Been busy and a lot of walking about and going up and down the stairs and I think I’ve overdone it again. I iced this morning and will do more now. Feel a bit weepy thinking when will this pain end. I’m at 9 weeks post op. Anyone else having low periods?

 

[Jockette]

Been there, done that!

 

[Layla]

Anyone else having low periods?

Your are not alone.
It will get better. Even though you're two months post op, you're still healing and will be for months.
Keep this little scribble in mind when you're in a funk. I hope today is a better day!

 

[ouchie!]

Thank you Layla. More relaxing day today so pain not so acute. I love your drawing. I think I’m going to copy it as a reminder!

 

[ouchie!]

Hello staff members, could I add two surgeries I had several years ago? Forgot to advise you of them. One was an Arthroscopy in 2009 and the other was a Total Right Hip Replacement on 13th December 2016. Thank you.

 

[mendogal]

The arthroscopy was R knee or ?

 

[ouchie!]

Sorry mendogal yes arthroscopy was right knee. Can’t remember exact date but was summer of 2009.