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Nervous about maybe having a manipulation!

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dolores84206
dolores84206

I saw my surgeon yesterday for 6 week check up after TKR. He said I am doing well and knee looks almost straight. However, he also said I need to get more bend, right now it is 100/-5. I will see him again in 5 weeks, if bend is not better he mentioned manipulation under anesthesia. I I told him I do not want that, so he gave me a prescription for pain pills so I could work harder at PT. Not sure if this was a scare tactic, but now I am so worried about this. I have been working very hard at PT and even do exercises at home. Wish he did not put this into my mind, I am so worried now!

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  • martinarvelo
    martinarvelo dolores84206

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    I was 85 at six weeks. . my surgeon used the same tactics with me, but he didn't actually scare me.  i did my own thing, ended up with 134 bend and 0 extension without any problems, and even if he had said I needed a manipulation I would have told him what he could do with it.  100 at six weeks is very good.  PLEASE don't be worried.  You are in control . it is you knee, your life.  Just persevere without pushing too hard and everything will be fine.  

     

    • dolores84206
      dolores84206 martinarvelo

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      Thank you martinarvelo you made me feel so much better. I won't allow myself to be intimidated by my Doctor. Every one heals at their own pace and I am sure I will get there in due time. I really did appreciate your advice!

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