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Total Left Knee Replacement Recovery ......I'm about 11 weeks out from Total Left Knee Replacement..

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RLH04038
RLH04038

I'm about 11 weeks out from Total Left Knee Replacement...I've had significant pain from ankle all the way up to the top of my thigh. Many nights I wake up after 3-4 hours of sleep in horrible pain....OTC meds haven't helped at night. Massaging or kneading is somewhat helpful. I'm unable to get comfortable in bed...no amount of pillows, wedges, or propping helps. it is less bothersome during the day if I pay very close attention to icing, elevating and medication.

Once it starts, it's very hard to get back under control. I'm supposed to return to work in about 12 days and am unsure how I will manage due to the nature of the work ( correctional facility) and location ( secure facility). The thigh , calf and ankle pain are worse than the knee pain prior to surgery......I've heard Lyrica may be helpful for nerve pain. Other suggestions?

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  • karen14697
    karen14697 RLH04038

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    hot tub is my friend then ice!

    • RLH04038
      RLH04038 karen14697

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      We have a jet tub...do you do this routune in the evening to help with getting to sleep?

  • denise19240
    denise19240 RLH04038

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    hi, well my surgeon thinks it the anastesiolagist that hit a nerve in my spine! I'm trying to see a neurology dr. but having a hard time getting in. My right foot is partially numb, and it aches all the time! worse than my knee! and my hip aches also. some say it takes a year, but I'm a caregiver and can't drive with a bumb foot! I'm going to seek an attorney!!

  • karen14697
    karen14697 RLH04038

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    Boy, I'm counting my blessings, as at 12 weeks just the burning going up steps and a little swelling is all I have. Been off pain meds since week 3. Today and last Tues, my husband and I helped with grape harvest at our favorite local winery. I did wear a knee brace because of uneven ground. Perhaps a knee brace would be of help to you folks going back to work. (retired) I occasionally take Tylenol at bedtime and still use a pillow under my knee. But my range of motion and flexion has been wonderful from week 4 or 5! Prayers for all

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