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I need a TKR: Do I do it, or go as long as I can?
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hello, Carol
I am 66, 7.5 weeks out of TKR on my right knee; 2.5 weeks out on my left. My knees were both bone on bone, I did not have robotic surgery, I feel fantastic. Just recently, I can get off the floor easily, have gone on 1.5 mile walks, walked in my yard and drive. I plan on taking water aerobics, see no problem doing yoga or travel and do not feel I have any travel or limitations.
I did strength and leg exercises prior to surgery and all PT. These helped immensely. I continue to stretch, PT (leg #2) daily and exercise. This surgery was more than a success for me, it altered how freely I function and opened my perspective to my taking on more hikes, aquatic exercise and other activities which I love. Best wishes for your good health.
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Thanks for posting and congrats on your success. I experienced the same and the results were life changing and life affirming.
Joe
loreleiks--Amazing! not even robotic! I am 6 mos post-op today and no normal walking gait. Haven't tried to get down on yoga mat yet, do chair yoga. 3 hours at gym today, yoga 1.5, bike 25 mins., then weights and ab work, etc. Then grocery pick up a few items...wow, tough feeling, came home and iced. Damn, sick of this abnormal feeling. Wish I was as good as you and many others! Hoping and praying it will get better! Two weeks in St. Martin, just returned home last Sat., man, that was tough, walking in sand, in/out of water with waves and dips here and there! And way too many stairs to do! Namaste!
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Thank you for your positivity - I am so glad you are doing so well. Wow - 5 weeks between surgeries. That’s pretty amazing! Thanks again!