I’ve been interested in the posts regarding TKR because of having just had my second in two years. Nine weeks ago, I had TKR on my right knee and it went brilliantly. I’m able to walk pain free finally and get back on the trails, having only been comfortable riding my bike the past several years. My first TKR was two years ago, and the first month wasn’t a picnic but the knee is operating quite well now. It truly takes a year to completely heal from TKR. The most recent TKR was much less painful and I’m shocked at what I’m already able to do. I’m very active, age 74, and I believe the key is to do preparatory exercises prior to surgery and afterwards. I biked a lot and did stretching pre surgery, which I continue. I’ve learned that every knee is different, even on the same person. I have never looked back and am thrilled to be able to now walk again without pain. All I have to do is continue to commit to exercise. I feel very fortunate for my good outcome and empathetic for anyone whose TKR hadn’t been the answer. Good luck to all.

Every surgeon and physical therapist are different. One needs to find the right surgeon and right physical therapist and be willing to go the distance to do the work. There will always be things that could happen. My surgeon is a military surgeon and doesn’t get paid extra to do any surgery. He was upfront with me regarding both my RTS AND TKR. VERY PLEASED WITH OUTCOME. My physical therapist is so qualified and has gotten me thru so much and I need to continue with lifetime commitment to exercise program he has given me.