Glad i found this, day 8 i did too much one day and was in pain all night. Do not do too much to fast!

@shahmudinkarim4910

6 ай бұрын

true go on your own pace

@thegreypath1777

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, well try telling the therapists that!

@obscurelyvague

2 ай бұрын

​@@thegreypath1777 Yes I have dealt with that. No matter what , the therapists I have dealt with tend to think in terms of one-size-fits-all. I know that my TKR is going to take time to feel normal. It has been 11 weeks going onto 12 weeks since my surgery, but I can feel very slow incremental progress on my own but I am often told that I have to really make it hurt and tolerate it to speed up the progress. My insurance authorized 8 weeks of Physical Therapy which I went through but the doctor wanted me to go through another 8 weeks of PT and the insurance denied it so there is some bureaucracy going on between the insurance company and the physical therapy facility but in the meantime I missed some 3 weeks of PT and I have been doing exercises on my own at home and I have been gentler on myself than the physical therapists I had been seeing and I find that I can move with less pain after exercising if I do not over-do it. Of course I had been told that just because you feel less pain does not mean you are improving. I can't be sure of that but I have better ROM now and it seems it largely came with time. 😠

You are spot on.

Thank you! So helpful!

Thank You.

I love your cat! Thank you for these demonstrations and advice.

Thanks great information

God bless you for these wonderful videos that help those going through KRS… mine is this March and I feel empowered the more I learn ahead of time. Thank you!

@dr.samanthasmith

6 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

I am 4 days post op TRKR have been working on these exercises. So glad I came across this channel. Wish you were closer to CC, TX. Thanks for the information that you post.

I had my right hip replaced last winter. I'm having my left knee done next winter. The results of the hip were excellent. This video was very helpful. Many of the exercises are the same as the ones I did for the hip. This time won't be quite as scary. Thank you very much, and I love the cat!

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

The hip and knee are so so different. Biggest advice is just prepared as much as you can!! Which I see you are doing 😺😺

Great video. Thank you.

@dr.samanthasmith

8 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I had total knee replacement on my left knee March 20th 2024. It has been a long long road. The first few days I was in so much miserable pain because my leg and my calf was so swollen.. it was so hard to walk. But since Monday March 25th, I have been doing better each day. But my ankle and my calf is still very sore to touch. My therapist thinks that the apparatus around the lower part of my calf was a little bit too tight.. I like my lady therapist but I came across your video and you really do go through more details. I'm sure going to be doing your therapy exercises. And I do tend to overdo it when I walk. Thanks again for your time for recording these videos.

@dr.samanthasmith

3 ай бұрын

I have a whole program explaining each phase of recovery and the exercises needed! Check out my Post Surgery Course: www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

Very thanksful for your advices.

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Thank you🙏

Thank you dok.. tutorial exercises....❤❤❤

Wow thank you I wish I knew these exercises after my op. I am now 2 weeks post op. Doing well

Thank you

I have surgery in January in the 11th been going down the rabbit hole. Thank you 🙏 for posting and being amazing 😊❤❤❤. Thank you

@jeannied7743

6 ай бұрын

Praying for a successful surgery 🙏🧞‍♀️🙏

I joined FB group and previously had the left knee fully replaced and now having my second (right) FKR

LOVE LOVE LOVE your cat! I have a beloved, senior ragdoll and am sure she'll help me after my surgery...like walk on my new knee! 😂 Thank you for your website and FB group! I'm so grateful I found you! I've had 2 reconstructions on my L knee and have a TKA scheduled on 9/19. I'm watching your vids to prepare and strengthen before sx. Thank again, so much! ❤❤❤

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

Aww thank you!! She is 15 and so sweet. So happy you’ve joined the groups. Good luck with your surgery!

@mariefc8504

10 ай бұрын

@dr.samanthasmith I've got a senior kitty too, about the same age. She's in heart failure, kidney failure and takes thyroid meds. She's doing okay right now. Best to you and your pretty kitty.

Thank you so much for this video. Do you have a video on exercises before surgery?

Hi. Dr Sam..we are in day 8 since the op. Have been watching your video for week one. Awesome!! Tho we are a bit past actual week one we are doing the firs part of the video ..the exercises in bed plus walking...some of these were started prior. Making good progress (i think) Wife is 76, me 73. One thing (not a critism) is that at this point the wire and fiber stitches are still in place and I think contributes to the pain and they may be limiting the possible movement for the 76 YO--not to athletic ==person.. Ouch! But you videos are awesome! jP

Wish I saw this b4 my surgery. Developed blood clots 1 month after surgery and had to quit x 2 months. When started back with therapist I was back to square 1.and now have adhesions. I'm 9 months post surgery

I’m 5 days PO and I’m glad I found you. We have a shortage of PT’s in my area and I’m probably going to have to do all my PT at home. You are just what I needed! Love that cat!! my cat has to be with me every second when I’m in bed doing my PT. She gets upset, if I make any pain noises. So it helps me to just concentrate on the exercises. lol

@dr.samanthasmith

2 ай бұрын

I’m so happy to help! You would be a great candidate for my Post Surgery Course. It is a step by step guide for your knee replacement recovery. You’ll have all the exercises and all the stretches organized day to day. It’s a really great course! I’ve had people do the course instead of their PT and they had a phenomenal recovery. Here’s the link: www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

Good Stuff.

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Going in on the 28th of this month. Love your cat.

@dr.samanthasmith

7 ай бұрын

My cat always makes a guest appearance 🙂 good luck with your surgery!!

Having my second knee replacement in 4 days. Very nervous but knee is so bad it’s necessary.

Thanks! Surgery February 1st for me!

@dr.samanthasmith

5 ай бұрын

Good luck!! I highly recommend my Post Surgery Course to help. Www.Succeedcourses.Com/post-surgery-course

I go for massage therapy and acupuncture and stretching on both my knees and I can bend my knees up to my face and I can lift my legs all the way up to my face

Strange I have yet to see a knee replacement expert who has actually had a knee replacement, with TKRs everyone is an expert

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

I hope I never need one. But I gather my expertise from the hundreds of patients I’ve seen.

If i could afford one, i would go…thanks for the video! 🙏🏻

I read a lot of stories about people walking normal a week after surgery. It's been a month in a half and I was told to wait to go to physss therapy till I get my kast off which don't come off till Oct 1st I walk with a brace on now I try to walk without it I only I'd say 15% bend from sraight to bending

You move like you haven't even had surgery. You heal quicker than I do.

I also had double hip surgery a year previous to my left knee replacement and certain exercises shown only strain or hurt my left hip.

Hi doctor Samantha I need your help am patient with new ACL reconstruction how can I help my self to have my kneel join strong again

I'm getting ready to do knee replacement

This video is exactly what I needed, I had my TKR 4 days ago and my first PT is in 5 days. They gave me a paper at the hospital of the exercises I’m supposed to do, but I’m a visual learner. I need to see someone do it. Thanks again.

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Join the Facebook group too it’s very helpful facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

How do you feel about pillows specifically made for elevating post surgery?

I love your cat ❤

Hi..i jus had my op 6vdays ago.i feel better.but i can feel have bone when walking atvthe knee area.is it normal?

If both knee undergone for tkr then standing exercises can be done or not

I have surgery on 2/28/24. I'm freaking out! Watching all the videos❤

@ecast1500

5 ай бұрын

Stacy, just wondering how your doing after surgery, I go in 04.23.24

@fayeclausellgospel6163

3 ай бұрын

Had mind to Feb,28 been a month on March 28

@IriezonaSunshine

3 ай бұрын

Mine was 4/25 and I’m in excruciating pain. I’ve been completely bed ridden and even need a female urinal since I can get up. They say every day gets better but not in my case. Age 53 165lbs healthy before knee replacement surgery

@stacystane262

3 ай бұрын

I am doing OK! My knee needs to flatten out some more. And I need to stop falling! I've fallen 2 times since surgery 😞

@stacystane262

3 ай бұрын

@@fayeclausellgospel6163 same!

Thanks great info, slightly concerned though. I'm 70 I still train 6X per week (weights 3, bike 3) but all my joints, apart from my elbows are goosed. My shoulders are due to be cleaned soon in the hope that it will stop me requiring shoulder replacement and they will look at my hips after my knees are done. Both knees no longer straighten, my right knee is to be replaced at the end of this summer, the second three months later if I can handle it but on top of that my ankles are in a bad way due to years of walking and compensating for my knees, also my left foot arch has collapsed. Watching this video make me wonder if my ankles and feet will allow me to do the post operation exercises correctly, I cannot do ankle pumps right now with my left foot, in fact there is little movement at all with it, even my right foot and ankle is pretty sore at times. I have an ugly feeling that they have left these operations too late to be successful due to all knock effects of compensating for so long. Have you ever dealt with people who have had a life time of being over enthusiastic in sports and now have multiple injuries?

Are u able to walk upstairs? I have a two story home. And do I get to walk outside my house?

I have done a platotibia operation.and it is healing slowly and i have a pain in the knee.what can i do to stop the pain?

I'm post op - July 5. PT is not until 7/10. Its the 7/9 and I just came across this video. I've been moving on my own not really knowing what to do. I've had my knee squared up high above my heart for sure but bent. Gosh, I wish I found this sooner. My knee feels so heavy and swollen. I hope it hasn't set me too far back.

@dr.samanthasmith

14 күн бұрын

I have my full program here!! Www.Succeedcourses.Com/post-surgery-course the first week is so important

Hi, My surgeon wants me to wear a compression stocking for six weeks along with an ace bandage underneath. This is so restrictive that I can hardly get any range of motion. Any thoughts?

After tkr, when you start getting back into sports, do you recommend wearing a light brace to give the remaining ligaments some support?

@dr.samanthasmith

9 ай бұрын

Thats a good idea. It’ll definitely help support the knee until your knee is ready. I have an article about knee sleeves. www.succeedcourses.com/blog/knee-compression-sleeve

Thank you for sharing I will have my surgery next month very beneficial tips and I am very active person I will follow through ❤

@dr.samanthasmith

3 ай бұрын

Check out my website for more info too!! www.Succeedcourses.com

After My discharge they never told me to elevate my knee it's in a brace locked in at 45 degrees and exercise 3x a day with walking 300 ft this brace feels restricted especially when I try to do any leg raises leg feels weak and I did stretches 5 months before surgery

Like to see week 2 and 3

@dr.samanthasmith

4 ай бұрын

Those will be in my Post Surgery Course. Www.Succeedcourses.Com/post-surgery-course

Found your video helpful but 3 weeks out P.O. I still have very little R.O.M. but lots of swelling and bruising.Can't sleep at night

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

You want to be at least 90° of bend by 3 weeks. Please look into my Post Surgery Course to get some guidance. Https://www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

That's exactly the mistake I made bin day 2, so now in agony!

Hi just subscribed I very much like your simple straightforward teaching style, I am 59 years old and due a total knee replacement in September 2023, can I do anything pre-op to help the process? Dreading it all if I’m truthful but keen to get rid of this pain and lack of mobility, any advice would be much appreciated. 🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

@dr.samanthasmith

11 ай бұрын

I would start strengthening your quads and stretching the knee right away. I have a course if you need more help www.succeedcourses.com/prehab-course

@susancronje8550

Ай бұрын

Hi Dr can you please help I had a knee replacement 3 months ago. Now my foot don't respond. What can be wrong. Please help me

I had surgery 2 month before now they removed POP. (Cement) Now my knee was not bending perfectly Physiotherapi exercises now running. My question was how many days need for me to walk properly. ? Knee bending perfectly days ?

How do you adjust these for bi-lateral TKR? I'm about to have bi-lateral done...thanks!

@thegreypath1777

3 ай бұрын

Please DON’T have bi-lateral TKR! It’s much too painful. Most surgeons won’t do bi-laterals anymore because they know it’s too much pain. It’s much better to do one knee at a time time!

@paulmorris6177

3 ай бұрын

@@thegreypath1777 … Sorry, too late. I had them done in Nov. ‘23. TBH, the worst pain was in the hospital. Once I got past the first 48hrs, I was fine. It’s been 5 mos and I just got done digging 2 planter beds for my wife.

Hi Dr. !My total knee replacement done on 14/6 024...Most knee replacement are done by elderly..so i request you to do & show each and every exercise step by step by counting.so we can follow nstructions and do every exercise properly . Thank you.Roma Pradhan age 65 U.K

@dr.samanthasmith

Ай бұрын

Hello! That is what I do in my Post Surgery Course. This KZread video is just an overview of the exercises. I’d encourage you to join my Post Surgery Course! Www.Succeedcourses.Com/post-surgery-course

Can I sleep on my side with total knee replacement

Hi dr, iam trying to find u in facebook but i cant would u please tell me how

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Https://facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

Hi I am post surgery a year on any exercise thigh tight that can motivate the knee?

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

My post surgery course may help you www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

Thank you SO much💜🦋 💜 I'm one week post and i had this ready. I love this set and definitely show them to my home PT therapist.

@dr.samanthasmith

10 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Good luck!!

Very disappointed I was told to wait 2 weeks by this doc to start live PT. I was sent home with a list of similar exercises day 1 for week 1 and 2... Did hang straight leg pretty well but could barely bend knee at all. At end of smallest flex sharp pain at implant. is this soft tissue ? bone? I asked several times about this was told to back off push to only discomfort not pain even after 2 weeks. Now 7 week Post op today and only up to 100 degrees with same pain at spot of implant at end of range. Trying to determine if this pain at implant area is Soft tissues , ligament , or possibly due oversized implant? X-Ray shows very small spacing after implant at medial compartment. How can I determine if knee will ever go to 130 without pain. Cant seem to to get any answer from Doc except give it time, at least 3 ,months ? and may take up to a year ??? This is not what I am finding from the research and recovery timelines on a partial ? Thanks !

I just had my TKR May 30th. The pain is extreme. Hard to comprehend. There is no sleeping at night. Do patients do exercises 10p-6a?

@dr.samanthasmith

Ай бұрын

No patients are not expected to exercises during sleep hours

I’m currently recovering.

@dr.samanthasmith

3 ай бұрын

Good luck!!

I find that without assistance I cannot elevate my leg onto the pillows. Unfortunately assistance is not available every time I need it. Any tips?

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Usually the leg raise takes between 2-6 weeks. It’ll come back!! Keep working at it.

@JenniferProtain

Жыл бұрын

​@@dr.samanthasmith😊😊😊😊

@nancychandler7289

11 ай бұрын

I had a belt to a old robe that helped me a lot to raise my foot. I placed in around the sole of my food and gently raised it to where I needed. Game changer for me. A long belt or strap would work but this is the thing I had

@cliveawilson

10 ай бұрын

I found it helpful to hook the foot of my good leg under the foot of the repaired one and use as a support to lift the leg. Also good for getting into bed etc.

Do you recommend using CPM in the 3 first weeks?

@dr.samanthasmith

18 күн бұрын

Research says they aren’t necessary but i don’t mind them if you are doing the exercises too

Can I have my daughter pick up my knee and move it back and forth slowly to work on flexion?

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Yes you can. Just be gentle at first

@iloveTRUMP

Жыл бұрын

@@dr.samanthasmith thank you!

I got shot by a .45 in my right knee entered and exited exploding my patella I N 8 pieces with a whole at upper part so the surgeon took my knee out removed it all and made me one out of like fishing string

I like your new star pet your cat a bit for me 🙂

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

She hates when I talk! 😂

@nancydianna4752

Жыл бұрын

I have a cat who like to sleep on my bed

I’m 5 weeks PO have 126 ROM but my extension is -12. My PT has been having me lie on tummy and putting 10 lb weight on ankle hanging off of table. It is excruciatingly painful along with some other exercises he has me do. I have 2 days of swelling and discomfort and become less mobile and my gait suffers. Then day 3 I get back to normal. But then it’s time for PT again. Question is this normal? Is the 10 Lb wight appropriate?

@claricecummins9901

27 күн бұрын

I feel bad that no one has replied to you. I’m actually a PT myself-35 years experience and I take care of patients who have had difficulty with rehab after surgery. Tbh, this doesn’t sound good to me! If I were you I would try to find a PT who uses more up to date techniques such as teaching you how to do patellar mobilizations,using contract relax hold stretching with your other leg during your prone stretches and perhaps percussion/graston of hamstrings/calves, not to mention heavy manual work by PT. By hanging a 10# weight your hamstrings are going to automatically tighten up to resist the pressure which then impedes the stretch and causes the greatly increased edema. Looking up highly rated PTs on Yelp, google and then calling and asking to get on their cancellation list might be a good way for you to move forward. I hope I’ve been helpful in some small way.

So where did that rubber band effect come from?

@dr.samanthasmith

8 ай бұрын

Swelling and weak muscles! It’ll get better

Hi Doctor sam,i am nearly 5weeks PO and still struggling to get my knee to the 90% bend and having pain and tightness side of the knee,still doing exercises at home but finding it hard to sleep still of anight any advice would be appreciated,peter (UK)

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Are you in the Facebook group? Https://facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

@Peter-rs6vz

Жыл бұрын

@Dr. Samantha Smith yes Doctor Samantha i am in the group thank you for getting back to me i know how busy you doctors get,peter (uk)

@Anth4044

Жыл бұрын

How is your knee doing now?

I see on another thread that you not supposed to exercise your quads straight away ???

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

No you should start quads right away. But you won’t make a ton of gains but that’s ok. It takes time.

Hi madam, After TKR, within how many days or months, physiotherapy must be completed?? Please, any body can answer.

@dr.samanthasmith

9 ай бұрын

Usually 6-8 weeks. Then after that you’ll want to continue the exercises on your own

I have a stiff knee and i can't fold it plz show me some exercises

@dr.samanthasmith

18 күн бұрын

All the exercises are in my Post Surgery Course. You’ll get my full protocol. Www.Succeedcourses.Com/post-surgery-course

Mam after my knee surgery i havent flexed my knee from past 6 months now am able to flex only 40 degree still i have to go a lot ..will it flex still after so long

@dr.samanthasmith

2 ай бұрын

You may have scar tissue. Https://www.succeedcourses.com/blog/how-to-break-up-scar-tissue-after-knee-replacement-surgery

Hi Doctor,my name is peter from uk,just started following your video's on knee replacement,i had mine done on 3/1/23 so two weeks in,i am trying to get my bend in my knee at physio on tuesday i got to 75% from 60% week before,but i done abit more exercises yeasterday and very stiff today 18/1/23 am i pushing to much or is that normal,plus still not sleeping very well.could do with abit of advice if possible. Yours sincerely Peter carbert

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Seems like your making good progress! Make sure you give yourself rest time. After therapy, go home and elevate with ice. Might be wise to take the afternoon off after a tough workout at PT

@Peter-rs6vz

Жыл бұрын

Hi there Dr sam smith, Thank you for your message back its 3.30am now,just awake after 2.5hours sleep knee throbbing so ive walked around for abit and got my ice support to put round my knee is that the correct way to go,i have elevated my leg with your method two pillows like a T,could you possible let me know how to get on to your Facebook page to chat there if i need more help to overcome this knee surgery.i appreciate your advice and help. Kind regards Peter carbert.

@Peter-rs6vz

Жыл бұрын

@Dr. Samantha Smith thank you for getting back doctor,i will take you advice on board,question i have i try get to do exercises at home 3 times aday is that enough or should i try to do more,my 2nd session at home was 1pm for 20/25 minutes but pain kicked in then,its now 5pm ive elevated and iced the knee for 30minutes and has settled now,i do sit up and try to slide the knee back to settee and iam about half a shoe from touching the settee,so am i doing the correct way of trying to get more of a bend and rest properly,please advice Doctor,iam a 63year old man who was playing football upto 61 but had to stop cause of my knee,so i do know that physio and fitness is important,but iam taking you advice along my journey to one get a good bend and feel that activement of doing everything right. Kind regards Peter (uk)

Can a person work out the knee so you don't have to get an operation?

@dr.samanthasmith

11 ай бұрын

Sometimes you can prolong the surgery with exercises but most people say it doesn’t provide enough relief.

When did physical therapists become doctors?

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

About 15 years ago. Same thing with dentists, chiropractors, veterinarians, optometrists, podiatrists. We all have doctorates. PTs now have 7 years of schooling because we have to diagnose musculoskeletal disorders.

@intend2live

Жыл бұрын

Go get them tiger 🐅

Going to have total knee surgery 29 of February scared to death

@ecast1500

5 ай бұрын

dx. how was are you doing post TKR, I go in 04.23.24

I have surgery in 24 hrs my anxiety is through the roof😮

@dr.samanthasmith

2 ай бұрын

You got this!! Praying for you! Just remember you’ll eventually be able to walk pain free one day 🙂

@janiemartinez7933

Ай бұрын

How is it going? My husband has surgery scheduled in 2 days

I understand to elevate. They say keep your leg straight but they want you to be able to bend your knee. This is too confusing!

@dr.samanthasmith

9 ай бұрын

Yup- we want you to do both!

@faithlumpkin6329

9 ай бұрын

I do both. But I’m so discouraged. Wish I never had the surgery.

@dr.samanthasmith

9 ай бұрын

I am here to help! Please email me and we can set up a consultation or I can refer you to one of my courses. Drsam@succeedcourses.com

I have total right knee replacement July 1st 😮 I'm watching videos because I want to heal fast and move 🙏

@dr.samanthasmith

Ай бұрын

You got this!! Please check out my knee replacement program to get prepared! www.succeedcourses.com/Comprehensive-knee-replacement-course

The cat was a total turnoff.

@dr.samanthasmith

Жыл бұрын

Aww that’s not nice. She’s very sweet and old

@Diana-007

11 ай бұрын

Rubbish, gorgeous cat made me smile hope she’s in the next video!

@dr.samanthasmith

11 ай бұрын

@@Diana-007 thank you!!!

@nataliemercier2031

8 ай бұрын

Love the cat😻