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Getting out of chairs after a TKR

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Cathysf
Cathysf

i am 11 weeks post op from a TKR.  I think I’m doing well.  I am faithful with my exercises & do 30 min. on a stationary bike as well as walk for 30 min. & do household/outside chores.

My question is why is my biggest problem right now trying to get out of a chair gracefully without it hurting like h—-?  When will it get easier?  Is it because my quads are so weak?  At church & the movie theater for example...it is very difficult to get up & standing!  ??

Would like to know other’s experiences with this.  What should I do?

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