Recovery time for knee replacement
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i need to have knee replacement. My concern is how long it will take me to be able to be back up on my feet. I live alone in an apartment, and have a dog which needs to go outside several times a day. I don't have anyone to help me afterwards. I can board my dog for a week or so, but will I be able to take him out regularly after that? Believe it or not, that's the only thing keeping me from scheduling the surgery. Any advice appreciated!
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paul37849 sumarie
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CHICO_MARX paul37849
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Bravo... Now it's time for a little PTSD...
https://patient.info/forums/discuss/tkr-and-ptsd-569521
sumarie paul37849
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Hi,
Thanks so much for answering. I am so grateful to have found this message board. Hearing from you guys that have gone thru this is priceless advice. You've given me hope!
christine81264 sumarie
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You will need help its very painful and hard super long recovery I'm at 3 months now wish I never did this tkr surgery I was alone after 1week but had neighbor and stocked up on food beforehand. Please prepare and good luck.
christine81264 sumarie
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After a week I was walking outside but on crutches
Ugophysio sumarie
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Sumarie, just as everyone has said, you yourself need help.
Can you have someone have your dog for a few weeks (up to 6 weeks if possible)?
As for help, some of my patients check into a care home for a few weeks and other employ someone temporary to come into their home and help out. Because you would surely need help.
I have had many patients cry on their first visit. Not because i have caused them pain but just the roller- coaster of emotions they are going through. Trust me the dog would be the least of your worries.
But if you follow your rehab protocol, it would eventually get better.