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Hi, Mike. I'm not sure I got mine figured out. I did have one lucky break at the time of my knee op and that was to be invited to be part of a federal study to try to find out why our quads quicker and to a greater degree than other leg muscles get weak in the wake of knee replacement surgery, For a month before and a month following the surgery I went to a hospital lab where I was made to exercise my both legs so that my quad strength could be recorded. I credit that fed study with keeping my legs, including the one with the replacement, in at least half-good shape. Today, my legs, and in particular my knees, still feel pretty good –– except for arthritis! That seems to get a little worse every year. I figure that the time-release diclofenac that my doctor gave me is at least helping to keep arthritis from getting too painful. These days I miss the pleasure of walking more than anything. Walking isn't much fun anymore. –Ray
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Hi, Ray and Mike @mikem75 - My husband lost the ability to run several years ago. He enjoyed running as part of his overall workout. He played a lot of sports when younger, mainly football then TKD into his 40's, and has been a floor installer by trade... you see where I'm going with this? The knees never stood a chance!
He'll be 60 this year and had a knee replacement 2 years ago followed by an unfortunate revision on same knee 1 year ago. There were complications during the revision which left his bend limited. Now he is hoping to at least get enough bend to ride his bike.
He also says how much he misses running. One thing I'll throw out is that he does enjoy kayaking. Not sure if that is possible for either one of you gents, pretty low getting in and out. It always stinks giving up things you love. I relate and have had to look outside the box for new joys, as well.
I enjoy walking but am time limited so I like to visit my nearby park and rest on the bench to watch the kids and pets play. Have you found any other "void fillers" (besides biking) that you've tried and found helpful? Maybe something to give the feet a moderated break?