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My recovery started off ok but by 6 weeks it all went wrong. PHYSIO diagnosed SYNOVITIS - inflammation of the synovial fluid around the capsule of the joint. Back on crutches and rest. I am so over this recovery roller coaster - thought I would be walking and back at work now. Feeling very down.
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kathleen25427 frances06130
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for me fractured patella age 71 NO SURGERY BUT IT IS IN TWO PIECES ortho think it will be fine 9 weeks now PHYSIO AND THE BIKE I am doing ok still not able to do a straight leg lift PHYSIO said it will come I AM GOING TO THE POOL EVERY THING IS GOOD IN THE POOL ANY ADVICE OR DO ANY OF YOU HAVE A PATELLA IN TWO PIECES FOR EVER
lynda49844 kathleen25427
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I know someone in her 80's who fractured her patella in November. She's now back with her walking group, doing short distances, but getting there. I wish you well in your recovery. What helped me with the straight leg lifts after my TKR was to use a therapy band for support when lifting the leg, gradually reducing the support the band gave until one day I could lift it. It was a great feeling. Hang in there, you will do it.
kathleen25427 lynda49844
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thank you Iamdoing well actually Itripped yesterday so now sore back to ice I REALIZE PATIENCE UNTIL THE KNEE GETS STRONGER
lynda49844 kathleen25427
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Oh you poor thing. Take it easy and look after yourself. I hope you haven't done any further damage.