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TKR progress

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dee53186
dee53186

I had a right TKR done 8/5. Today I am 5 days post op and am amazed at how good I feel overall. I do have bruising and swelling up high on the thigh but pain is minimal and manageable with the Vicodin. I am wondering if I am being overly optimistic thinking that I will continue to feel pretty good as long as I do my exercises, rest and ice? I did not expect to be able to walk this well already. My in-home PT was here evaluating me yesterday and my ROM, extension and bend are better than she expected. Any advice on how to stay on a good road to recovery are appreciated.

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  • rbleegrip
    rbleegrip dee53186

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    Keep taking those drugs they are obviously working ....I'm serious fingers crossed you will continue this way to full recovery. A rare bird I must say

    • dee53186
      dee53186 rbleegrip

      Posted

      Thanks. For now I am still going to continue taking them to stay ahead of the pain so I can effectively do my therapy. Weaning will come soon enough. Thanks for the encouragement! 
  • susie07313
    susie07313 dee53186

    Posted

    Fabulous Dee, a really great start.  Lots of advice on the forum, mine would be (at 5 weeks post), there will be ups and downs, don/t measure progress daily, and keep focussed on the positive future if you do have a blip. Great to hear
    • dee53186
      dee53186 susie07313

      Posted

      Thanks so much for the encouragement! I am trying to prepare myself for the not-so-good days and ready to celebrate the great ones!  smile

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