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TKR at 81, living alone, and with balance difficulty: a good idea?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Apr 6 10:01am | Replies (46)Comment receiving replies
Ray, you can't do TKR alone. It just isn't possible. If you can get confirmation for a stay in a rehab hospital then you can do it. I tried to arrange for that kind of care and the hospital agreed to transport me there. Then my surgeon went behind my back and refused to approve it. Get it in writing before you roll through those operating room doors! Best of luck to you.
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@genie15 "Get it in writing before you roll through those operating room doors!"
Best statement EVER.
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It is possible but, unfortunately, that possibility is unpredictable. I had a no pain recovery. I did have my son take me to the outpatient center and back and he took me to the first checkup (one week after surgery with my surgeon's PA). My wife is home but not much help. So, I could have done it with an Uber or Waymo to drive me to the first appointment but I think I would still need a friend or relative to take me to and back from the actual surgery.
But, as I said, it is unpredictable and therefore cannot be planned for.