I had one TKR in Jan ‘23 and one in Jan ‘24. My surgeon is a friend of mine and we spent hours discussing what I knew was coming (arthritis, etc) and I recall him telling me that my body would attack his work with scar tissue for 9 months to a year post-op before my body would relent.

Accordingly, I got in the habit of daily PT that I continue to this day. Each night, for example, I stretch/fold the lower leg under me on the mattress as I head to bed. I also have found that yoga 2-3 times a week and weights 2-3 times a week are extremely beneficial. I’m 69 and sure do benefit from the activity - knees and otherwise.

He always told me that I’d never confuse his fine work with my God-given knees and he’s sure right about that. My advice is to stretch and exercise as much as you can as you’ll never regret the effort.

Good luck and great health to you!