Ok, so you didnt miss it, I just neglected to post it. But on June 14, 2010, I had my 2nd TKR. The left knee wasnt quite as badly damaged as the right, but it was clicking, grinding, and all around hurting too, so out it came! This experience was a bit better than the first, mainly because I knew what to expect. I cant even imagine that it's been about 5 weeks, and Ive been able to walk without a cane for the first time in a looonnnnggg time. I can go up stairs, slowly at least, but going down is still tricky. I use the right leg which is stronger to go down with. Im sure that once I get the quads going, I'll be able to go down stairs somewhat normally.
I didnt have the benefit of outpatient PT this time, so Ive been hitting the gym to get things going myself. I know how important it is to get the muscle strength and keep things limber, so Im working on that. Yeah, I've lost some ROM in my left knee, but I know I will be able to regain some of it. Ive seen stories of people working the knee for years after, and still seeing increases. So I stay prayerful and hope things continue the way they have been. I'll take some pictures of the 2 knees and their scars soon. Not for the faint at heart. LOL
Keep pushing!
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You're a G,Lex. LOL My mom just had her knee replacement in April and I watched how much work that was. For you to do TWO and be "up an at'em"...I'm impressed.
ReplyDeleteYes I know...but doesn't the knee hurt when you are trying to stretching that hard?I have heard patients trying stretching and groaning in pain.
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