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Knee Replacement

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Soxy
Soxy

I am 5 weeks into a TKR and find I am struggling far more than I thought I would be. I am a fit 73 year old, slim build, definitely not overweight and am doing all the exercises which were given me in the hospital. Physio has been poor (no real help given other than 'just do the exercises'. My main worry is that although the scar seems to be healing well, the whole operation seems to have had a knock on effect on my hip, making it painful and hurting if I try to do anything but walk upright. Also the operation seems to have set off my plantar fasciitis which I havent felt for the past two years. The knee is very stiff and part of my leg is still numb. Am I expecting too much too soon. SOme reassurance that i wont be a permanent invalid would be nice!

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  • nigel0151
    nigel0151 Soxy

    Posted

    Hi Soxy!

    You are very much in the early stages of recovery. Your body has endured significant trauma!

    I would very much recommend that you visit the following site, which I found invaluable post my own TKR 2 years ago.

    www.bonesmart.org

    Good luck!

    Nigel

    • Soxy
      Soxy nigel0151

      Posted

      Will do and thanks for your response.

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