Something else needed is a foam elevation "triangle" that goes on your bed...you rest your leg on the foam triangle so that your operative knee is above your head at a 45 degree angle...having one's leg on the recliner footrest may be restful during the day, but does not elevate the operated leg high enough to have the excess fluid buildup around the knee joint to move up and out of the surgical site. Some people are able to sleep in their bed with one leg on the elevation device; many use it during the day and then rest/sleep at night in the bed as directed by their surgeon. Hope this helps future viewers...

Thank you for being so honest. I am 3 days out and feel horrible. So much pain!!! Good luck with your recovery!!!!

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Yeah that first week is brutal. Hang in there it will get better

@ucarter9591

Ай бұрын

I did surgery June 4 2024 I agree. It's horrible pain

@elainecheng8047

Ай бұрын

I did on June 10 still a lot of swelling and dark

Thanks so much for making this video. I’m 5 days in and this made me feel much better ❤

Hang in there, keep at it and you will get there. At 1 week my knee was swollen and very little progress for me. The swelling stopped for me in week 4. I made real progress then. Good luck

Day 5, 105 degrees flex, walking unaided since Day 3, doing full revolutions on exercise bike, very little pain. Feeling lucky!

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

Wow thats great! Keep up the great progress!!

@SweetP4home

Ай бұрын

Wow! How did you manage that?

This video is lots of help to me, I am going to have my knee replacement. Now watching your video I am getting brave ,and I am encouraged to go for it. Thanks for sharing this video

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Wishing you much success

@lucyreisch8594

Ай бұрын

I'm watching now too cat get it till Oct unless a cancelation happens. But your brave and your helping people like me. I'm over 80 2 time cancer survivor 😮so b this should be easy compared to CHEMO

I had my left knee replaced 13 days ago. I enjoyed watching your video. I didn't start PT until 7dpo. I was at 63 degrees flexion and -3degrees extension at my evaluation visit (June 6). Yesterday, I was at 89% flexion and still working on extension. I have to keep reminding myself that my recovery is unique to me...all that matters is my trajectory. Bless you!

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

That is a great success in a short period of time. Good job. Its a tough month or so but hopefully will be well worth the effort. Best wishes!

I had TKR on May 7th. Your video is absolutely the best one I've found. There is a lot of medical info out there, but you have given good practical advice for what to expect. I feel I'm doing well, but you are so right about the swelling. It sticks! Best of luck to you and everyone else lucky enough to come across your post.

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Thank you you too

No pain no gain. I'm one week out and agree with everything you just said. The ice machine is my savior both at night and during the day. Also moving my leg helps too. I also wear my knee high compression socks for 12 hours during the day. They have me take them off at night. They also like me to get up and walk around with my walker every hour during the day. At night I get up every 3 to 4 hours and walk, along with taking my pain medication. I also pump/flex my ankles every to our. Also, keep your leg elevated.

To day is my 2nd day that's where my pain started I'm trying to do all of what u day I'm improving slowly

Today is my 11th day. I'm doing pretty well, not much swelling but the pain is still there in my knee. I'm doing my exercises and walking 30mins in the morning and evening and I'm getting there. Thanks for all your tips, and I wish you a speedy recovery and good luck.

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

Sounds like you are doing great. Yes I still had pain for about a month after the surgery, but everyday it gets better. Good luck to you as well. Thanks for watching

I'm so glad I found your video today is April 9th I had my surgery April 5th the day after in the evening my leg swelled up so bad I've been icing it and trying to raise it above my heart and doing the small exercises I was sent home to do till I start physiotherapy. The swelling is so much more painful than I thought it would be. I could show them I could walk with my walker when I left the hospital but after the swelling started I could barely walk on it to the bathroom and back it is so painful I'm so glad that I could hear your story that I don't feel so alone. Knowing that it will get better and that it's normal makes me have hope❤😊

Hi there I just had a knee replacement surgery 11 days ago and I'm experiencing all you've said I find you video very interesting thank for sharing

@homesteadpatch8663

18 күн бұрын

Yes its a rough month but will get better each day

Hello! I had knee replacement on May 7th. I am 77 and had my other knee done almost 21 years ago..I can say there has been a lot of improvements in the last 21 years. Last time I was in the hospital about a week, this time I came home the next day. Last time I was back at work in 6 weeks doing my job, which I was on my feet almost the whole time, but I only worked 4 hours a day. It went fine. This time it's little slower, but going well. I had surgery on a Tuesday and had my first PT on that same week on Friday, at the facility, not home. I am still using a walker, but I hope to graduate to a cane in a day or two. I hope your continued recovery goes well.

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Yes lots of improvements. Hope your recovery goes smooth

I’m 8th post TKR. Pain has been pretty bad but regular codeine and oramorph as/when required has controlled the pain. My leg is hardly swollen at all and not discoloured. I am using ice every hour for 20 minutes. Top tip - write down the times you take your meds every day. It’s tough to remember when you’re in pain and feeling a bit spaced out!

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Oh my gosh that is so true. I made an excel spreadsheet shert

Thank you for your video. Day # 7 post op left knee replacement. @ 90 degrees flexion. 2 to 3 degrees extension. What really helped me was consistent pre op exercises. Also as you said walking every hour along with flexing and extension exercises 3 to 4 times daily. Don’t forget pain meds. Hydration, nutrition and your bowels! Struggling with constipation today!

@Sandyman406

Ай бұрын

I’m day #8 post TKR right knee. Swelling is not bad at all, no signs of bruising yet. Constipation was really bad (7 days). Wow - 90° flexion is amazing at day 7 👏👏👏. I’m only about 30° but the pain this afternoon has been horrendous. Had to take oramorph for the first time in the last 48 hours. I can’t get up and down the 13 stairs at my house so mobility isn’t an issue but I’m worried about the poor flexion. I still can’t lift my operated leg without a strap.

@Sandyman406

Ай бұрын

I *can* get up and down stairs…

Thank you so much, I am having replacement in September.

Thank you for all the information witch is very helpful. Surgery coming up August 14. 🙉 im so nervous !! 😘

Hi there!!! Today is April 9th, 2024. I had my surgery just about 2 weeks ago on March 27th. My swelling started the day after surgery, and my leg was HUGE! I got the swelling down within 1 week by Icing every 2 hours and elevating my leg ABOVE the level of my heart. Still have stiffness, but I'm working through it to ensure I regain full mobility.

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

That is awesome!!!! Continued success for a full recovery!

@themightysquid

2 ай бұрын

Good to hear. I’m getting my TKR surgery in 6 weeks. Good luck on your recovery.

@dusidapflueger7116

2 ай бұрын

I am getting mine in 4 months and try to educate myself as much as possible.This doc.is so popular that I have to wait this long!

Ive had 3 arthroscopic surgeries, trying to avoid replacements, but going to be getting my first one soon, and am pretty nervous aftre all the information I’m learning about. Thank you for your video. I’m 71

Thanks for sharing. Just had my tkr on 4.23.24 I'm doing pretty good so far. Still have swelling and tightness.

Thank you for sharing. My future is on its way to tkr. I appreciate your honesty on what to expect and the tips.

@homesteadpatch8663

3 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@sandrakelly6794

17 күн бұрын

I had the new robotic knee replacement surgery 24 days ago. My first four days were a breeze and I did all my therapy daily plus more. Then day 5 was a painful doozy and it swelled. Scared me. Then found out that it was normal. The nerve block wore off. I used the ice machine and elevation and it totally worked. I can already bend 122 degree angle. Yes there is some pain and it’s ok to take what the Doctor gives you. Be positive and determined and you will do fine. You have to do the exercises though. No since in having surgery if you don’t want it to be right again. My goal is to be 100% with in 8 months instead of over a year. 😊 Hope this helps you. P. S. Take your pain medicine 30 minutes before therapy and your first exercise’s of the day ❤

Thank you for sharing this!! I had just a partial replacement 10dys ago and it's been so much more than I ever expected. I've had some knee operations on both knees so I thought I'd be ok, i was wrong. I've felt so overwhelmed & like I'm not doing well enough. No pt yet, hopefully I'll get it after my follow-up next week. I need help. Your video gave me hope that I'm not doing as bad as I thought. I've been scared about how quickly the stiffness sets in. Thanks again, so much!!

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Yes this is a tough surgery and you will may have severe stiffness from the swelling for a while. My Dr said this is so much worse than a hip surgery. Try to hang in there…it will get better

Wow, that is really wicked swollen! I'm proud of you that you are trying so hard to do all that's possible for your recovery. From watching the channel I can see that it's your personality to take on challenges and succeed! I'm sorry that this is such a tough surgery to go through, it's not you, I've heard from friends that the knee is worse than hip as far as pain and it's slow improvement so stay upbeat and strong, it's so nice you are Journaling this and helping others to prepare for their upcoming surgery.😊

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Yes i am surprised how swollen it is. Thank you so much for the feedback. I know i watched several videos before my surgery and they helped alot for me too. Hope you are enjoying the holidays and thanks for watching!!!

Thank you for the post, still looking for what more can be done.. The swelling is huge and stops the bending and the pain of it. To stop the pain at times I needed both a Narco and Iced. And to reduce the swelling it needs to rest above the heart! Then you can bend it some after rest , which makes it painful and swell, repeat, now for 7 days, ahhh. And repeat . Wish us all the best ❤

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

All i can say is it will get better… take care 😊

I am over 3 weeks and the pain has definitely gotten better, I have taken Oxycodone the first week after the Nerve Block wore off but it didn’t do anything for the pain. I am now taking Acetaminophen every 4 hours and it’s helping me with pain. I have heard the pain gets less as the weeks go by. PT is definitely painful but I know it helps. Thanks for making this video.

@homesteadpatch8663

6 ай бұрын

Yes i will be at week 5 on Wed and its definitely gotten better. I wish you continued success with your healing

I had my surgery 17 days back.First 7days I could not sleep due to pain.Then now I am relieved of the pain and could sleep .

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

So glad you are feeling better!!

I'm at Day 7. Using walker and rigid looper to get in/out chair. Pain is still severe. Only taking occasional narcotic, but struggling. Not for the weak! Thx for your videos.

@homesteadpatch8663

3 ай бұрын

Yes the pain is very tough at 7 days. Take care and hope you recover soon!!!

The pain at night is the worst..leg is always swollen...This pain is none stop..but I do know that I will feel better soon.. .

@jermonebethune5472

3 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh! I’m in the same position right now! Very uncomfortable!!

@merelacardinal7146

2 ай бұрын

I will have my TKR on July 12 /24. I am watching your progress.❤

@mamon4807

Ай бұрын

​@jermonebethuneHow are you now?

Take your pain med or it’s hard to bend the knee. Pain meds is a must. The pain meds made me sleep a lot but they helped me so that I could do the therapy.

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

I agree. I am 5 months out now and no more pain at all. They definately helped me do the PT

Ps i am not sleeping in bed yet. I have a recliner so it helps lift my leg in and out of chair

I found until I elevated my foot above my heart I was not seeing any change on swelling. Once I increased the elevation I started making fast progress. Good luck.

@buffieprice3800

17 күн бұрын

Hi, I am trying to elevate but it is very painful as they say don't put a pillow under the knee

@reallywow6755

12 күн бұрын

@@buffieprice3800 Hi, I worked to maintain extension but I would elevate my leg on the back of the couch with my surgical knee to the inside. While elevating I would allow some bend in the knee for short periods of time. The main thing was to elevate to reduce swelling.

@DeeDeeMarie1

9 күн бұрын

@buffieprice3800Some ppl lay on their bed & put their leg up the wall! Thats supposed to be really good. ​

@DeeDeeMarie1

9 күн бұрын

I have my surgery on Friday& am freaking out. I hear how painful it is. I am getting the ice machine, picking it up tomorrow.

Thank you for your video Im 2 days out from surgery

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Best wishes

Im on my 10th day. I wake up about every night with excruciating pain. Last night i was in tears with pain, wishing I never had this done

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

I am so sorry to hear that. I couldnt sleep in the bed really for almost a month. I laid on a reclining chair with it iced all night. Yes this is a very painful time. Is there a recliner or something that you could sleep on? I know some people sleep in the bed right away but I found it was too painful. Well hang in there it will get better I think you are going through the hardest time.

@melissarogers6925

2 ай бұрын

I'm not sleeping either. The stiffness is the worst, it seems to start setting in immediately after I sit down. I can't move every minute. It's just exhausting.

@dittohead7044

12 күн бұрын

That was my experience. I pray you’re doing much better

My Physical Therapist says to get my toes over my nose. Which means elevate it two pillows higher than you have yours. If your heart is lower than your heart. This will aid with the swelling and drain the blood out of that area

I am 8 days out the Anastasia wore right after the surgery and the nerve block didn’t work spent 4 days in the hospital trying to get pain control. Physical therapist came out finally on 3 visit we were able to do heal slides with his help . He just kept telling me rest and get control of the pain first . My knee actually feels better after doing it 20 times . Going to try to work up to 4-5 times a day starting today. He pushed my in person physical therapy back a week . I see little micro improvements. I was told by week 3 you turn a big corner so looking forward to that . Not to much swelling so thankful for that. How are you doing now?

I am about 10 weeks out from left tkr. And will have my right tkr in about 6 weeks. I went to outpatient pt the day after I got out of the hospital re watching all the videos for tips for right knee. Lol❤😊

Thanks I'm right where u r!

My late mother would start crying when she saw the physical therapist car pull in the driveway 😕! Now 25 years later, I am getting ready for tor surgery - been doing prehab and trying to keep a good attitude.

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Awe…hope things have improved since then. I found it painful but definitely bearable

Wishing you lots of luck on you're recovery I know it's hard ND frustrating it does take a lot of you I had my knee replacement done on December 14th 2023 it didn't go very well had to go back in the hospital February 8th for a knee manipulation it was very painful after the 2 days doing my excessies at home ND going to my pt therapist every 3days out of the week still working on knee knee bending ranges to 85 I'm trying real hard it's painful.

@homesteadpatch8663

5 ай бұрын

Yes this has been a real test for sure. My ROM at this point is about 113, but that is after 2 full months of work. Dr. Said dont worry after xrays he said my problem is not scarring, but more swelling and it will come but I just dont know. Like you I am trying so hard, but think this may be all I get so I need to be thankful. I am sorry you are having such a hard time. Keep up the good work and I wish you lots of luck as well. Take care!

@user-fx5uw9qz8b

5 ай бұрын

@@homesteadpatch8663 may you as well God bless you ❤️

Shoot. You were extremely lucky. The first two weeks were excruciatingly painful. And it’s by far not my first surgery. It was terrible. I’m 2 months out now and while it’s better it’s been a bear. I would never start therapy the next time until after the pain subsides. Therapy is however extremely worthwhile even when you don’t feel like going. I have an ice machine that the hospital gave me and the dr said a recliner was an absolute no. God Bless - glad you are doing well

@homesteadpatch8663

12 күн бұрын

I think the biggest thing that helped me with the pain were the Iovera Injections I did the week before surgery. I also had a nerve block and a spinal, but they wore off quickly. I thought the injections really helped for several weeks after surgery. glad you are doing better, hope you continue to improve!!!!

I'm having surgery July 15th and already have huge anxiety 😢

@KellieBeireis-mh6px

2 ай бұрын

I also had huge anxiety. I had my surgery on may 2nd. I’m now walking with no walker or cane. One important thing is that you have to do your therapy and ice, ice and more ice. Knee replacement is a slow recovery, not like any other surgery.

@shenellefrasier4211

2 ай бұрын

Omg that’s my date as well and I’m petrified 😑

@ucarter9591

Ай бұрын

June 4th 2024 I did Total Knee Replacement. I'm not going lie. This is unbearable pain. My calf swallon and bruised. I had surgeries before. This far is worst. I was in so much pain in calf I had go ER make sure I had no blood clots.

@lelasaucedo4114

Ай бұрын

@@shenellefrasier4211 how are you doing?? My anxiety is real.

@lelasaucedo4114

Ай бұрын

@@ucarter9591 I'm sorry your in so much pain. Hang in there🙏

At 3:00pm CT. I watched your video. I am scheduled for Total Knee Replacement surgery on July 9th 2024. I fell & broke my knee & tibia in 2000 & I had to have a plate & lots of pins in my left leg to hold everything together at that time. Now my knee is rubbing bone to bone along with arthritis now showing too. My main concern is the pain. I know that I have a low pain tolerance & I truly am scared to death. I will be 75 thirteen days after surgery. My twin sister thinks that I am going to be just fine to celebrate 3/4’s a century old 10 days after my surgery. She says, she has talked to people & watched videos of Total Knee Replacement & people who have had total knee replacement & at 10 days there isn’t much if any pain. OMG, that would be wonderful but, I just can’t imagine that. I also am worried that after a week Tylenol is the only pain medication I will need which is what my sister is telling me from the videos she’s watched. That would be nice but, for me when I take Tylenol for a serious headache Tylenol doesn’t touch it. This is Post-op after major surgery. I know everyone has a different pain tolerance. I wish there was a graft which showed 1000 people’s pain after 10 days. from 0 to 10 with 0 being no pain & 10 being the worst pain. I then, would be able to figure out the average pain at 10 days & where I might be. I truly believe that those who haven’t been through it have no idea of what it’s really like. I also believe that the longer it’s been since you had this surgery you probably have forgotten the true facts. I am looking forward to this being done & over with because, right now I am super stressed. I did have a reverse shoulder replacement & it too was painful but, I didn’t have to walk on it either.

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

yes this surgery is for sure daunting, and I would be lying if I said it wasnt painful. It is painful, but in my case they gave me oxycontin to help with the pain when it was really bad. I dont know about celebrating 10 days after surgery. I actually went to Disneyland about a month after and even with a scooter it was too much. Just take it easy and do lots of icing. That really helped me alot. Take care and I pray all goes well and you recover very soon.

Hi 👋👋 I just caught your post op videos and as a fellow knee replacement gal ha ha (5 weeks) I feel your struggles 😊 Unfortunately I got sick 4 days post op and I lost 10 days of therapy so I go in on the 8th for the manipulation. I can only get to 94 deg But I do have Rheumatoid Arthritis and other health issues. Keep walking and icing and you will start to feel better soon 🤗🩷🩷

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Oh my I am sorry to hear that. I hope the manipulation goes well. Take care of yourself!!!!!

@toryberch

7 ай бұрын

@@homesteadpatch8663 Thanks and I hope the same for you 😊 also Tony at Total Therapy Solutions channel is amazing for advice on knees 👍

I have had three different sets of knee replacements on each leg with each doctor saying the last doctor measured wrong. This has transpired in fourteen years. I was thirty-eight when the first surgery and for nine years it was pure hell with the buckling of the knee at any given time. The second set of total knee replacements was in 2019 so those did not last long with the new doctor telling me the last doctor measured wrong so here we go again with the third set in November of 2023 and six months later the other leg which I am recovering from right now which was replaced in June of 2024. I am not doing this again I have done it so many times my range comes back on its own without therapy and my legs were naturally strong so I didn't even do therapy because all they came to do was milk the insurance company. I never used a walker or a cane I just muscled through it. I know time is the only healer for me at this point. I am only fifty-two I am not trying to do this again ever after six times.

I am one week post op. I am exactly where you are. Let's stick together on this. We'll make it through.

@homesteadpatch8663

6 ай бұрын

You got this! I am actually 6 weeks post op today and see my dr for my 6 week check up tomorrow. This has been tough. Hang in there. I have a playlist of my weekly update if you are interested and i will post my new one tomorrow. Take care!!

@teresaspensley5640

6 ай бұрын

Please post your weekly update.Tia 👍🏻

@homesteadpatch8663

6 ай бұрын

Check out my playlist under my Knee Surgery…i have it done through week 5. Today is my 6 week appt w dr so i will post tonight. Thanks

@homesteadpatch8663

6 ай бұрын

I just posted @@teresaspensley5640

They kick you out in 12 hours, and there’s no way to manage the pain of the first few days at home on P..O. Oxycodone and an NSAID. A few years ago they gave you three to five days in the hospital with IV narcotics, PCA narcotics, epidural pain management and continuous nerve blocks. This. same-day total knee replacement is a crime, I guess they don’t hear the screams and the insurance companies are happy.😢

@homesteadpatch8663

9 күн бұрын

That's the truth!

Hi 👋 love your advice Today is Wednesday evening may,8,24 I will be getting my full knee replacement done also. Will the swelling go down?

I had a total knee replacement three weeks ago. The first two weeks were definitely the hardest. I came home same day of surgery and started physical therapy at home via an app the next day. I feel like my mobility and range of motion is pretty good now and pain diminished significantly after two weeks. I’m still on 800 mg ibuprofen, Tylenol and a nerve medication. I’m using a cane now for stability. I’m hoping this is like childbirth and you quickly forget the pain before you have the next child (knee replacement)!

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

I didnt forget the pain, but it is all gone. Best wishes for your recovery!

@gwendabooth5865

Ай бұрын

@@homesteadpatch8663 Thank you! It is SO much better for me in Week 3! Now to get back to driving....not quite there yet but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel!

I have been putting off getting my knees done for a few years. Was so worried about the recovery. Thank you for posting this! It has eased my worries a little. You seem to have a very good attitude that you can do this! I guess that’s the secret to success! If I could, I would like to ask you a few questions. Reply back if that would be ok. Thanks!

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Sure i would be happy to answer your questions

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Feel free to email me if its easier at homesteadpatch63@gmail. Com

@karenclementson71

5 ай бұрын

U should not I did my left knee .Feb 16th 2023 and my right march 7th 2024 .today is my 2nd I'm doing not too bad walking alot and trying to do my exercise it helps ..give it a shot it's worth it 😊

@homesteadpatch8663

5 ай бұрын

Sure anyway i can help! It will be 3 mos for me on the 20th and spent 13 hours walking at Disneyland yesterday for my grandsons bd. No pain just some slight swelling but so glad to have been able to do that without a scooter

@homesteadpatch8663

5 ай бұрын

@@karenclementson71 glad to hear!!

So I am at this point. Swelling is the issue. PT gets it bending but by myself. As you said sore, constantly icing. If I try to decrease the pain meds it is awful.

@homesteadpatch8663

16 күн бұрын

Yes my biggest problem was swelling too. Its a tough recovery. My best suggestion is keep trying to exercise through the pain as best as you can and ice and pain meds as needed. You will get there :)

Hi there Thank you for your encouraging videos I am 11 days post op from trkr and I havent had a lot of pain,other than the first night after all the drugs wore off other than that i feel ok but some days i question if i am improving or not the majority of the time i have stiffness which never seems to go away but I carry on with my exercises i got from the hospital which i do diligently and i start out patient physio on Monday. I hope i have a good outcome

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Yes the first 30 days really doesnt seem like alot of improvement I think from all the swelling and stiffness. But after you start PT you will gradually see improvement. It takes time, but glad you have minimal pain

This is my 5th day, and I feel horrible 😢😢it hurts a lot. Haven't started therapy, and I'm afraid too!! This hurts big time. 😢😢😢😢

I'm having a robotic tkr on Monday, March 18. Its my second one. More than a little nervous. How can I just relax? I'm almost 74 and have had many surgeries.

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

I'm not the one to ask about how to relax....I was so nervous for my surgery so I know what you mean. Try to get a couple good nights of sleep ahead of time and just lots of prayers. God Bless you

I had my robotic left knee replacement surgery a month ago and i still can't bend my knee. I still have alot of swelling in my knee and sometimes I cant stand the pain. I go to therapy 3times a week and i also do some of the exercises at home.

@homesteadpatch8663

2 күн бұрын

I am so sorry This is such a tough surgery and recovery. Swelling was my main issue as well, but 7 mos post op I have zero swelling and pain, so I hope the same for you..take care

I am curious if you had the ligament on the knee cut during surgery. Jiffy Knee is the name of the procedure where they don't cut the ligament.

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Thats a good question. I don't know

I was advised that your leg needs to be elevated as high as your heart. You need a wedge that will give you the elevation you need

❤❤

My doctor hasn’t checked up on me since I had the surgery. You must have good care after surgery for your doctor to check on you

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Yes I had Dr. Gorab and he did the Surgery at HOAG Hospital in Ca. I think he has been exceptional as well as the hospital. I would recommend him to anyone. Take care

@mamon4807

Ай бұрын

How are you now?

@mamon4807

Ай бұрын

How are you now?

@mamon4807

Ай бұрын

How are you now?

@mamon4807

Ай бұрын

How are you now?

I had my total knee replacement on my right knee on 12/29/23 I'm 4 days PO my leg is like a dead weight ,I can't pick it up on my own, it just lays there and I can't move it, and it's scaring me,😩 the only way I could pick it up is if I tie a ace bandage around my foot and pick it up, and get it in and out of the bed, and in and out of a chair, it feels like I'm crippled in that leg, I can't move it at all on my own did you have this problem as well? If so when does it go back to normal where you can move it on your own?

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Yes I actually had that really sever the first 2 days and then every day its been getting better. Dr said it was from epidural and nerve block. But i know what you mean, my muscles feel so weak. I have to use a belt to help me lift and pull my legs with the exercises. The physical therapist says this is normal and every day it will get better

@waheedacassim9737

4 ай бұрын

Feel the same at 5days

@waynechason5855

2 ай бұрын

It will get better!

June 4 2024 i had Total Right Knee Replacement. It horrible the pain. Especially my calf.

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

Yes your surgery is very new. Sorry to hear that. Its a rough recovery. Hope you feel better soon

@ucarter9591

Ай бұрын

Thank you. I was in so much pain with my calf I had go to ER. They had make sure I didn't have blood clot. Yes swelling in calf.

@homesteadpatch8663

Ай бұрын

@@ucarter9591 So sorry but glad its not a blood clot😍

@ucarter9591

25 күн бұрын

Thank you. I might have get manipulation 😢

How did you know that it was time to have a total knee replacement? What was your level of mobility, and were you using a walker or cane?

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

I actually injured my knee going down a flight of stairs in late 2022. I tore my meniscus, acl and pcl. After dealing with several doctors over a period of a year i found out I had severe arthritis as my patella had moved forward from the injury. I was using a walker as the pain was unbearable and when i met with the surgeon 10/23 he measured my flexion at just about 90 so i was having trouble with everything at that point. It was a good decision for me i feel like i am getting my old life back

@jonimccollum4160

4 ай бұрын

I have severe osteoarthritis in my knees and back. The last year I’ve gone from walking painfully on my own to using crutches, then a cane, and now a rollator walker. I have bone on bone in both my back and my left knee. I’ve done just about everything to avoid surgery. I’ve had physical therapy, steroid injections, gel injections, an ablation, not to mention pain meds. I’m afraid of surgery/rehab. I’m worried that my back will not allow me to do rehab. I don’t want to go through more pain. I can only sleep for more than 2-3 hrs at a time. I am in bed most of the time now. Is the surgery really worth it?

@homesteadpatch8663

4 ай бұрын

So for me it was worth it. It is a tough recovery but I just had my 4month checkup and I am pain free. It had greatly affected my quality of life. I also have bad osteoarthritis and had bine on bone in my right knee and still have some swelling but i am starting to enjoy the things I used to do. Its a tough decision but I can say for me it was worth it.

@renedavis2215

3 ай бұрын

⁠😊

I’m 4 weeks out and can’t get 120 because of swelling 😢

@homesteadpatch8663

7 ай бұрын

Im sorry. Yes i am swelling alot too. This is very hard

Did anyone ever have foot pain after surgery

@margoegan5248

2 ай бұрын

Yes!!! A lot of foot pain, but goes away eventually,

That’s funny you call them torture man cause I go to therapy 2times a week and I always say am going to go get tortured today🥰

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

Its a love hate relationship 🥰

@homesteadpatch8663

2 ай бұрын

I just finished PT last week. We have a pool and I will be swimming by June I am hoping if weather is nice.

A hammock woukd help to elevate your feet

Too much clothes on for that ice bag. I put mine right on bare skin. It's not gonna burn it. It's not that cold.

@homesteadpatch8663

4 күн бұрын

I mainly did that because I had the bandage that was glued on to my i incision i was trying to keep it dry But I agree i think it is better on bare skin

Aren’t you sweet!??