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How should I prepare for my knee replacements?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Sep 1, 2022 | Replies (30)Comment receiving replies
Oh i will be thinking of you. I have been approved for TKR but i am scared of how surgery will turn out. There are so many posts from people that have had bad results from replacement. It is a big deal. Thinking of you. Waiting for a great result from surgery
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@vgen and @madz1979 - You are right, knee replacement is a big deal. As is any major surgery.
But, while you read what seem to be an endless string of "scary stories" and "bad results" on Connect, and probably elsewhere online, PLEASE REMEMBER the people asking for help and advice are only those suffering bad effects. People who recover uneventfully don't come looking for help on Connect or elsewhere, they just do their therapy and get on with their lives.
The best predictors for a good outcome from joint replacement are being as healthy as possible before surgery (appropriate weight, controlled blood pressure, follow pre-op strengthening regimen, don't smoke or vape (impedes healing) and follow the post-surgical protocol. That is, do your PT as ordered (even when it hurts) ice and elevate your knee for at least 3 months after surgery, walk as directed and continue healthy habits.
Are you scheduled yet for your procedure?
Sue