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6wk check after FKR- now a MUA in 10 days time!

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lynn33221
lynn33221

I have attended my 6 week check at the ROH, Birmingham UK.  We were told that the clinic was running 2hrs 20mins late and we could rebook - I did for 24/6/2015.  Wanted a quick word with the nurse about accessing physio to help with my bend and was told to phone consultants secretary - this was overheard by consultant who called me in.   He took a look at my knee and said that I needed a MUA!  Wasnt I lucky he had overheard the conversation because there is only a 2week window for this op after that my leg would be permanently as it is now.

I feel so down but am becoming determined that I can't get stuck like this.  As he said this is my last chance to get my leg/knee right.  I've come home and exercising to strengthen my muscles.   Bought a dyna band and cryio-therapy machine from ebay and looking at CPM hire!   Is there anything else I can do?

 

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  • tracy2364
    tracy2364 lynn33221

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    Hi Lynn. Had my. TKR 5 weeks ago on the Nhs in Essex. Only get two physio appointments one at two weeks post op and another at six weeks. I used a CPM machine in hospital before discharged but hated it, felt like torture. Finally got the bend by myself. Maintaining 90° bend with a struggle and straight about 3°. Wishing you well.
    • lynn33221
      lynn33221 tracy2364

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      Hi Tracy - have you read Caroline's post about 'deep tissue massage' and 'cupping'?   Perhaps these would help you?

      Good luck with your recovery.

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