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Difference between Robot-Assisted TKR and Conventional?

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Apr 30, 2023 | Replies (50)
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@willw

I had mako TKR on 9/16/22. My recovery has been rough. 9 weeks out I'm still using walker. My knee seems okay, but there is neuropathy/swelling in my foot. I'm hoping to graduate to a cane, but my foot won't allow it. Podiatrist xray said nothing broken. I'm not sure whether to push it or take it easy. I suspect the new alignment with the foot is part of it. Anyone have any thoughts?

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bambi1 | @bambi1 | Dec 6, 2022

I’m with you @willw!!

I had my TKR with robotic asst. done 11/03/22.. I’m still using a walker!!

My pain mostly comes at night and will wake me up!

Are you able heat & ice?

Icing has been my best relief!

Definitely ask the doctor about the foot swelling.

I recognize that my leg and ankle do swell after doing a lot.

Stay positive!!! It will get better!!

💪🏼💪🏼

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metk | @metk | Dec 18, 2022

I had my TKR 9/12/22
Done with PT… Still adjusting to balance of how much I can do in a day to day stuff I usually have done before surgery; I am retired 67 and active ( not gym active 😫) before knee problems . Loved down hill skiing , GOLF♥️, grandkids, walking, and just loved being outside. So far after 3 months I feel I have a ways to go after this surgery! (Mako). It is a long recovery. I am confident there will be a day when I will accept this new part of my body, but have not after 3 months. It is the most pain I have experienced, and I have had 3 babies!!
My PT has been the most helpful Physically, Mentally and Spiritually. The support from my Doctor and his team very helpful a month before surgery and ongoing. This is a process and different from one person to the next. Keep communicating to your support team fr surgeon and Physical Therapist with any questions and problems in recover (1 year)! I never thought it would be a year recovery….. After 3 months I am thinking so!

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