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Gait after TKR

Posted by jennyr @jennyr, May 24, 2019

How to get rid of a limp 3 months out from TKR. Surgery, flexion and extension all good but still awkward walking. Do hydrotherapy, bike riding and Pilates. Any suggestions?

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jennyr | @jennyr | May 27, 2019

Thanks Perry’s, will observe whilst using my stick to see if it creates balance. Feel like a toddler having to learn how to walk again, lol! Keeps one humble.😊

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jennyr | @jennyr | May 27, 2019

Whoops, Perryl ... autocorrect

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suecutuli | @suecutuli | Mar 13, 2022

I am almost 3 months out from TKR. Walking is so difficult. My gait is so weird it causes me psychological issues. After knee replacement my leg length was off and even with the added lift in other foot I just can't quite get it right. It makes my whole leg feel so tired. Anyone else experience this??

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dmk | @dmk | Mar 14, 2022
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@suecutuli

I am almost 3 months out from TKR. Walking is so difficult. My gait is so weird it causes me psychological issues. After knee replacement my leg length was off and even with the added lift in other foot I just can't quite get it right. It makes my whole leg feel so tired. Anyone else experience this??

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Oh my gosh you are so early in your journey if you have an excellent physical therapist they will be the one that can help! I was still unable to sleep at 3 months. Keep the faith Am 10 months TKR and my new knee is awesome .
Even though I have issues with my RTS of 3 years I’m still better off than before.
Tell your therapist all your issues so they can help mine is awesome

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suecutuli | @suecutuli | Mar 14, 2022
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@suecutuli

I am almost 3 months out from TKR. Walking is so difficult. My gait is so weird it causes me psychological issues. After knee replacement my leg length was off and even with the added lift in other foot I just can't quite get it right. It makes my whole leg feel so tired. Anyone else experience this??

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Thankyou

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