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lesley67451
lesley67451

can any of you TKR people get on your knees?

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  • Guest
    Guest lesley67451

    Posted

    It feels a bit weird when i do, i dont like to do it though which dosen't please the wife 😀

  • eric09277
    eric09277 lesley67451

    Posted

    I'm at 12 weeks on one and 7 weeks on the other and no way can i kneel

     

    • kathleen_65043
      kathleen_65043 eric09277

      Posted

      Gosh you are very brave having both done so close  together  Well done  
    • eric09277
      eric09277 kathleen_65043

      Posted

      I knew my summer was gone so I swallowed it. I’m 53 and  was tired of being limited. I get frustrated at the pace of recovery but overall very happy I did it. Good luck
  • Supertractorman
    Supertractorman lesley67451

    Posted

    Can get down on my knee no problem, its getting back up again due to old age that is the problem !.  It is coming up to 6 months since it was done, and no pain very flexible so well pleased
  • jackierae
    jackierae lesley67451

    Posted

    I’m at 3 months. I’ve accidentally did getting into bed and it really hurt. I was told I should never get down on my knee
  • mandy44301
    mandy44301 lesley67451

    Posted

    I was also told not to kneel down which is very awkward sometimes. I'm 9 months tkr and so happy I had it done. I'm 49 so will probably need it doing again but hopefully not for a long time ??

  • susan47321
    susan47321 lesley67451

    Posted

    I got down on my knees once but found it very uncomfortable.

    PT said to use a cushion next time.

    Remember that kneeling down a lot will wear out the cartilage.

    Im 6 months in now but this I avoid at all cost, can do everything else, gym, swimming and a little tennis.

    Along with walking the dog.

    Best wishes 

    Sue

     

  • jen04209
    jen04209 lesley67451

    Posted

    I am two years bilateral knee replacements and can kneel! I started last March with a pillow and tried to knee for a few seconds. I have worked my way to longer time. When I pull weeds I use a pad to kneel on. Good luck and keep on being patient.
    • eric09277
      eric09277 jen04209

      Posted

      I can’t see physically how kneeling alone is harmful to the new knee. In time, if I’m pain fee doing it I will. Good luck
  • joan33480
    joan33480 lesley67451

    Posted

    I am having pre op assesment tomorrow for total knee replacement. My surgeon it is bone on bone in my right knee and I also have osteoarthritis in both knees and feet. He said it will take 6 months to recover.I am seeing him next week. I am very nervous about having operation as nobody on forum seems to have anything positive to say since having their operation. I would be very grateful for any positive replies. I live in Ireland. Many thanks.
    • kathleen_65043
      kathleen_65043 joan33480

      Posted

      Morning Joan I’m from the UK 

      I’ve just been unlucky I’ve had many friends that have had it done and doing great ask lots of questions make sure they give you lots of drugs sir pain relief as mine was rubbish do your exercises stay strong and keep positive 

      Good luck 🍀

    • mandy44301
      mandy44301 joan33480

      Posted

      I thought I would never feel good again but I am so happy I had it done. I'm 9 months tkr still have a little stiffness and some scar tissue but it's worth it compared to the pain before. Make sure you exercise before the op so you have a bit of strength in it it will help. Keep up with the meds and exercises but don't push too hard. I did and it set me back a little. Good luck??

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