TKR. Anxiety issues

nme1985, I’m 68 and I’ve had 2 TKRs -1 in Jan 23, 1 in Jan 24. It’s definitely no fun but it is just as definitely worthwhile imo.

Your job is, 1. Be Positive! Our brain “hears” all our doubts, I believe and that simply cannot help our recovery. Say positive reinforcing things instead. 2. Do the PT like a madman! My mom was in her late 70s (former orthopedic nurse) when she had her TKR and told me (we knew I was headed for one) to do MORE than they ask. Do 12 reps if they ask for 10….that sort of thing.

Your attitude and focus on the work - more than they suggest! - is the key. You can do this and make it better.

I just restarted yoga after a 4 yr break because of the pain. It’s making a huge difference.

If you don’t do the work it will be a terrible result. My surgeon is a friend and he told me that is huge. It hurts, no lie, but it will get better.

Last comment is to choose a surgeon who SPECIALIZES in TKRs. Many can perform one but choose someone who makes that a focus of his/her practice.

Good luck and stop worrying. It’s not fun - neither is the near constant pain you have now - but you can make it better with your attitude.

One thing I would add to that. I have a floor exercycle and I use it in the morning and before I go to bed to loosen up the muscles. A recumbent bike would do the same thing. I hope the picture helps you see what I am talking about.