Positive Results
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I wanted to bring some positive vibes into the Forum. We all go through so much with our recoveries, but there is always a light at the end hopefully. I am 4 weeks into my TKR recovery. Last Friday, my physio discharged me and said just get on with what you're doing because it's definitely working. That was doing all my exercises and walks every day. She suggested I buy an exercise bike, which I've seen many of you have and to replace my exercises with that. So no, I'm doing 5 minutes x 5 times a day and that is really working well. I'm currently at a bend of 115. I was having a lot of trouble sleeping at night and with the help of many of you, I've swapped my painkillers for sleeping tablets and that's working so well for me. This morning, for the first time, I was able to walk up the stairs one after the other, rather than one step at a time.
?I just wanted to give everyone out there hope for their recovery. It can go perfectly well. Yes, there are still low times when I feel my knee is an alien being, and yes, it's still stiff and tight most of the time. But I try and concentrate on the positives.
?Everyone on here is so helpful in their recommendations and I've used the forum many times in my 4 weeks, sometimes just reading what everyone else is going through helps get us through the day. So, thanks to all of you, and good luck to everyone in their own journeys to recovery.
Denise
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carol38467 denise09524
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denise09524 carol38467
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Not intentionally Carol. I apologise if that's how you take it. All of us in this forum are in it together.
ihavenonickname carol38467
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My body is grossly deformed, I use a power wheelchair, and I drag an oxygen line...and I refuse to allow this damnable disease and all of the complications beat me.
I consider myself differently abled.
I am sorry you are having a bad day.
How can I help you?
hugs
denise09524 ihavenonickname
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ihavenonickname denise09524
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thank you...let's cheer Carol up.
NZJENNI carol38467
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All the best to you.
ihavenonickname NZJENNI
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kathy_15492 ihavenonickname
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Bless you! Your positive attitude will help me so very much . I'm in my fifth week post operative . Today was the first day I felt a light at the end of the tunnel . Reading your text has given me more courage .
kathy_15492
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ihavenonickname kathy_15492
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Be kind to yourself...your body is working as fast as it can to heal. Soon you will look back and think, not so bad...chuckle chuckle
ihavenonickname denise09524
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Congratulations!
Thrilled that you are doing so well!
denise09524 ihavenonickname
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Thank you - I needed a more positive feel after being accused of boasting 😟. Hope all is going well with your recovery and very good wishes to you.
NZJENNI denise09524
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Oh dear
Please dont take that comment to heart - we all have our down days. You are very lucky that all is going so well and should not be made to feel awful because of that fact. All the best.
lesley_63511 NZJENNI
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Yes I agree...ups downs is the name of our game. Set sights on positive happenings...Christmas...family...a Christmas holiday for those of us who are more or less up and running. I've got my 4 year old granddaughter's school play in a day or two...looking forward to that as the tinies are so cute belting out Christmas carols with so much enthusiasm! I'm 2 months post op and doing better every day. Take care everyone 😊 🎄 🎅
denise09524 NZJENNI
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Thank you again Jenni. I'm feeling lighter hearted about it now and realise someone's good day is another persons bad one. We all have different things to say. I'm happy and that's good 😊
denise09524 lesley_63511
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That's fabulous Lesley! Enjoy your day out - love kids singing carols 🎄🎄