Mam im from india im not a patient but still fir curiosity asking u.. How is d pain now mam is it gone completely

@@dolokigaming3719 Yes, the post operative pain is gone. I can walk well--I'm up to walking a mile a day with no pain. However, if I don't exercise enough the knee gets stiff. A little activity works it right out.

@@nursecathy123cat glad to hear u r doing fine.. Love from india mam.. Wish u live ur life without no pain anymore 🙏🏾🙏🏾🌹

Hi Kim, I'm 59 and going in this fall for right knee. Any tips on the stiffness? I know it's going to be really painful. But if I can have the info needed I think I can do this 😀

So happy to hear that!

Best of luck to your mother!

I am 1 month post surgery and this video was one of the most accurate and informative. Although I did not see this particular video until my surgery, just wanted to let others that this is exactly what happened.

Great to hear you're doing so well!

Glad to hear recovery is going well!

@@HorizonNB my 2nd surgery will be April 2023. Although I am not looking forward to the recovery process, I am looking forward to being recovered. Dr Burton is my hero.

Love your honesty

I’ve just watched it for the first time and yes it scared the bejeezuz out of me too but I’ll take your advice to watch it several times and be prepared for surgery ( in 3 weeks).

I'm getting scared mine us in 3days .the pain it manageable, did you do physical therapy all day at home

Worst pain I have had ever. In Poughkeepsie hospital and will be in margretville later today. Worse than childbirth

Thank you!

I am deathly afraid to do TKR

I pray he is doing well🙏🏽

You're so welcome!

Glad to hear this is helpful!

Thanks, glad it was helpful to you!

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks Ngo, glad to hear that. Best of luck with your journey!

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So glad to hear this was helpful, wishing you the best for your operation and recovery!!

So glad!

How long does it take to walk properly after a TKR?

Thanks Delores, glad you enjoyed it!

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I'm getting both done at the same time in December, 10 days in hospital, then 7 weeks at home (3rd floor, no elevator/lift!) with 10 sessions of PT, then 3 weeks at the rehab clinic. Then I HOPE back to work at my very active job.

Wow in the US, they send you home same day. @@BJones-yw4dd

Thanks for the viedio ..how long should the exercise be done after the surgery ..is it life long?

One night stay is ridiculous!

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Thanks Darlene, best of luck with your surgery!

Yeah well let's see what you have to say after surgery mine was hell

I am doing well after my surgery, a revision which was different than the normal one. They had to put two six inch rods on either side of the knee parts, it is different and still working on the bending but I am up to 126 degrees of bending and am working on the cane and walking a lone sometimes. I use the walker still too. It has been a long road but am walking. Thank you Docs for all your information and encouragement.

You brave woman. I’m like heck I probably fall down the end. I have no family or friends for that matter so is a lot more scary. The trauma of this will probably be the worse surgery I ever will have.

Me too -- I have to get both done at once in Dec. WISH they would have described that kind of scenario even once here. But .. what will be, will be.

​@@upsidedownshellI am fortunate as do have a very good family, but I want to be independent after this op & look after myself, so like u watch these videos, gather all this good info. & prepare before surgery. Cook freeze food or get frozen meals ordered 24:31 You will be alright & once healed sufficiently don't let anything hold you back get out there & enjoy yrself, lot of good people to meet & befriend out there. Don't worry is best advice, life too short to stress about. Good luck all the best ❤

The information is very true for people who need surgery. No one feels like having it.

It feels like a nightmare…I have 3 months in . Still in physical therapy and swelling and pain still. I do my therapy at home as well. Do your research before any kind of surgery.. my doctor who did my knee replacement did a good job. But everyone is different in recovering

It's hard, but I don't know anyone who doesn't say it's the best thing they could have done for themselves and their future mobility and health. No operation could be called "a great and wonderful time"... but it's not like folks choose to get it done for fun -- I have no choice, if I want to be able to get around at all, keep working AND have a life after retirement....

Yes, we want to be able to be active👍

@@BJones-yw4dd Yes indeed. I chose NOT to live my last several years in a wheelchair.

Absolutely agree.

You are right! I suffered for 3 years with my bad knee, getting all kinds of shots, cortisone, gell, and others. They worked for a couple of days, then the pain returned, and I would have to waite a couple of months until the insurance said I could get another. With the pain meds they have now a days, there is no reason to fear having the surgery. Wish I had done it sooner.

Yes, it very much does feel like a block of concrete. If they deadened a nerve in your leg like was done to mine, it will take a few days for it to revive. That's normal, so please know it will take a little time. It's been 3 wks for me.

I've heard that's a good description of how it feels right after this OP. And that one SHOULD NOT STOP TRYING to do every exercise. it's the only way to make it back to normal -- or close to it. I can confirm that from previous knee surgeries to repair tears, etc. Recovery takes Patience and HARD WORK. And patience has never been my strong suit -- but I've had to learn it after multiple surgeries. It is the only way.

How are you doing now?

I've been in the same situation but after 2weeks you'll be fine same with bending your knee

How is your knee now Iam 4 day in recovery.

Yikes! How did it go? Any tips for those just going through it one legged lol

I agree

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Hi Jane , although this is a good point , and is the case in some Patients but not all Patients will experience constipation .

Constipation was a major problem... 😩. Citric Magnesia was my rescue friend. It made a world of relief. 😉

Lots of fruit and veggies, and lots of water.

Are you still pre- or are you now post-OP? If you're post-, I hope all went swimmingly for you! I'm getting both of mine done in December. Yes, it will indeed be harder/scarier at first, but I am resolved to ask for help when (or before) I think I need it and to do my exercises -- also BEFORE surgery. The stronger the legs/quads are going into it, the quicker we can get that strength back. So I'm riding my bike daily and doing my exercises at home. Sending you healing vibes!!!

@@BJones-yw4dd they pushed my date to Oct 21. Two more weeks. I really can't wait to get it done. Had all my pre surgical testing done yesterday. Thanks for the good wishes

Try the exercise they showed using a towel to pull the lower leg up the bed. You can also use a towel behind the thigh to pull the leg while keeping the heel on the bed.

Deanna, I'm going through the same thing. I had surgery in March, at first my leg was straight. 4 months in, it's no longer straight. I'm having surgery on Monday, found out I was allergic to the metal. Good luck with your situation. I know exactly how you feel.

@@marysimmons9502 what did they do..I have surgery Monday...am allergic to metal..I told the doctor..he was. Like..mehhhhh

@@brendawolfe1895 same thing, allergic to the metal. I have surgery Monday too! Good luck with your surgery.

Hello everyone, I had revision surgery on November 22, 2021and 2 weeks in it's SO much better. I was allergic to the first implant (nickel). I started therapy a week after surgery and doing way better than the 7 previous months. (TKR 3/16/2021) Thank goodness for 2nd opinions.

@@marysimmons9502 mine was the 22nd...doing real well...hopefully never any issues with the metal. Continued luck with your recovery 👍

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@Anita TKR surgery is the last surgery of knee so pl be careful as health will not come back.Are you a RA patient? As a thumb rule if you are recommended TKR surgery pl consult at least five Ortho Spl’s and there is real problem in movement only then go for surgery one at a time.Take some good glucosamine combination for six weeks,use sports shoes,do cycling by ex cycle at home;use double hinged knee support with patella open. On both knees , alternatively you can take inj with consultation of good Ortho spl,increase protein intake eggs or fish.ask good Physio therapist for mobilisation of knees excercise.pl take a very considered decision on joint replacement as it last option.regards

@Anita Don't go by one person's unfortunate experience when the majority have good and even terrific outcomes. Do you know & trust your surgeon? Have you asked him/her about their experience in performing this OP, what their previous patients' outcomes were? Do your own due diligence and then do what is right for YOU. Is it still a scary prospect, even when everyone you know is delighted they had it done and wished they'd done it sooner? YEP! K-TEP is not to be taken lightly. That's why my excellent docs here in Austria have told me over the years to wait, wait, wait to get it done. But now? It's my only option. Am I looking forward to it? O Hell No. But do I want my work life to end prematurely? No. And my retirement will be hell if I DON't have functioning knees. So ...... ! GOOD LUCK!

Agree with all you wrote. Have to do thorough own research & watching these videos very informative. Be well prepared for hosputal befire & after op., have to be hopeful, pray that all will turn out for our benefit, have best outcome. Have to get right thinking, see in mind all be fine in every way. Aways be hopeful. Best of luck

Don’t put off the surgery just because you think people will need to take care of you. I live alone so I spent the night in the hospital after surgery and when I came home, I came home by myself, it is doable. No need to be in pain. If I can do it, you can do it.

Get your toes above your heart. The more you can reduce the swelling, the better you’ll feel.

I see you didn't get a reply, so from what I know, it should improve over time.

I am one week out and can bend 78 degrees. My doctor told me I should be at 90 by 2 weeks.

​@@AMMandrea123How are you doing now? Did you get your full bend

Can you go to a rehab facility while you recover?

I'm single living in a 3rd floor walk-up, but there's nothing for it. Thank heaven for friends and caring colleagues.

That does not help every patient, like those of us who have zero cartilage left. And I'd bet cutting nerves leads to other serious problems, like imbalance, stumbling, falls ... Not feeling the natural, warning pains of arthritis & injuries like torn meniscii only means the joint damage wrought by grinding bone on bone will increase faster, ultimately making replacement even more urgent....

@@BJones-yw4dd Nine months ago I had the two medial nerves cut - it has helped quite a bit. I certainly do not have what you describe. My knee still feels somewhat achy, I have no problem with balance or falls - its not like that. I still am aware of my knee joint and that it isnt good - but the pain is duller than it used to be. I have good days and not so good days. I only did the medial side, the surgeon recommended doing the lateral nerve too but I thought I would do that later if I needed it. I do have some aches on that side, but they have never been very bad. My meniscus is torn medially and in shreds laterally, per my MRI. This nerve surgery isnt covered by insurance and is very expensive and one day if I live long enough will probably need a TKR. Its basically a delaying tactic since the two nerves I had cut would both be cut in a TKR anyway. The area of numbness btw is about the side of my palm, and I still feel pressure.

What do you mean?

I hope you're doing better by now.

SO sorry you were one of the unlucky few! A BITTER disappointment I'm sure, when so many are happy and grateful later... So Sorry.

Yeah, they would hardly follow a real patient around! It's also obvious that this is just for show, since he has no incision, AND at one point they explain that the bandages are just to show which leg was "operated".

That's just rediculous! Geez, I thought just a one day stay was rediculous. Best wishes!

Too long to talk.