Hope810
member
Hi, I haven't been on this site in a while but wanted to post an encouraging word. :thmb:
I just past the 6 week mark post op with my second knee. All is so improved this week. I've been out and driving short trips. My rom is 135 with little pain. I also had foot-ankle problems which responded both times to treatment like a sprained-ankle (mostly not walking much for 6 weeks). I'm done with PT and started back to my twice weekly exercise class. This is my second TKR this year and both knees (and ankles) are doing well. I do a bit more each day. Slow and steady has been my motto. (I learned that from all the nice friends on this website.)
With both knees, I found weeks 3-4 to be the worst times and very depressing. So I wanted to reach out to all those who may be having a bad day ...keep your chin up and remember R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compress, elevate) All gets better.
I have been blessed with a most wonderful recovery both times. Many do have good recoveries! Good cheers to all and thanks for the support!
Hope
LTKR Feb 23, 2009
RTKR June 8, 2009
I just past the 6 week mark post op with my second knee. All is so improved this week. I've been out and driving short trips. My rom is 135 with little pain. I also had foot-ankle problems which responded both times to treatment like a sprained-ankle (mostly not walking much for 6 weeks). I'm done with PT and started back to my twice weekly exercise class. This is my second TKR this year and both knees (and ankles) are doing well. I do a bit more each day. Slow and steady has been my motto. (I learned that from all the nice friends on this website.)
With both knees, I found weeks 3-4 to be the worst times and very depressing. So I wanted to reach out to all those who may be having a bad day ...keep your chin up and remember R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compress, elevate) All gets better.
I have been blessed with a most wonderful recovery both times. Many do have good recoveries! Good cheers to all and thanks for the support!
Hope
LTKR Feb 23, 2009
RTKR June 8, 2009