I walked outside today

[MissB]

At 2.5 weeks post total knee replacement. I’ve shifted using a cane, even though I feel sturdy without it. My PT guy has convinced me that it’s useful for establishing gait (which was definitely affected by the bad knee prior to surgery).

The asparagus is poking up out of the ground, rhubarb leaves are unfurling and the peas that I planted right before surgery are emerging.

I’m thrilled to be outside strolling around, even with a cane. Simple pleasure.

[anciano]

1. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

[gab13by13]

2. Good going

My Physical therapist told me to use a cane because people move out of your way. She lied, so I quit using it.

I am 3 1/2 months and getting ready to play golf, if the weather cooperates.

Every lady that I talked to told me she loves her new knee and had no problems. I asked my surgeon if women have less trouble and he told me it seems that way.

I have a tip that is harmless, don't have to use fancy ointments on your scar. I used STIK, a tube of cocoa butter and my scar is gone after 3 1/2 weeks.

[Diamond_Dog]

6. I wonder if women follow the instructions better than the men.

My hubby is not good at following doctors’ orders about anything.

[AllaN01Bear]

3. a late friend of mine who had a really nasty fall @ 88 yo who is deceased.

if u have a cane , USE IT. her fall was so nasty it helped it in her demise.

[Diamond_Dog]

4. I just spent 5 days at my sister's house helping her out after her knee replacement.

So I’m interested in hearing all about everyone’s experiences! 🙂

She’s had two home PT visits so far and they said she’s doing great. This is her second knee surgery so she kind of knows what to expect.

Did anyone here have some pretty bad pain from a too tight tourniquet that was applied before surgery? She had an awful time with that. Much pain and bruising/swelling. They took the tourniquet off her the next morning after surgery and it’s been 5 days now and she said the pain just now has started to ease up.

Best of luck to everyone recovering from knee surgery!

[XanaDUer2]

5. Enjoy!

[stoned]

7. Good on you and keep it up!

Cheers to a speedy recovery. My dad has had both knees done in the last couple of years and the overall recovery has been amazing both times.