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What items do I need post TKR during recovery?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Apr 10, 2022 | Replies (75)Comment receiving replies
@contentandwell It is weird but the problem with the bike is bending so much when pulling the leg back. I was surprised that I could do the elliptical with no problem. I'll probably use the treadmill too to get some variety but I have only 2 weeks before surgery. However I have always exercised so I'm not in bad shape for my age. I hope it helps.
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@saeternes: I wish you great success with your upcoming surgery. Yes, being in shape - I also have kept in shape all my life - should make a big difference. There are exceptions, e.g. a friend of a friend in her 70’s had TKR, being quite fat, and a total couch potato, and had the fastest recovery without any prescription pain relievers at all. That’s the outlier, though!!!!!
I commend you for learning as much as possible beforehand - this website is incredibly helpful with comments from “real” people. Wish I had found this source before my decision when and by whom to have surgery. Luckily I came through with average pain, fairly fast recovery and speedy rehab. It helped that I was both compliant with all PT instructions, and that I am just plain stubborn and hate being stuck indoors at home.
Anyway, I’m looking forward to progress reports once you have your new knee.