My Knee Replacement - 6 Weeks Post Op
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- Update on how I'm doing 6 weeks after my total knee replacement. Things are going great. I have very little pain and am easing my way back into hiking and my return to work in 2 weeks. Your mileage may vary. Please feel free to ask me any questions in the comments section.
Just had tkr 28 days ago very painful I'm only at 70 degree angle....thanks for your video
How are things going?
6 weeks out and still having stiffness and pain. Very inspirational video. Thank you
The only thing wrong with this video is that everybody is different. Don’t think that because you are not as far along that it means you aren’t working at it as hard.
You are absolutely right. I try to mention in my knee videos that everyone will heal and progress at a different pace. I've had a good result and I hope I haven't been overly optimistic to the point of causing others to think they aren't progressing fast enough. I do believe attitude does play a huge role as a part of the process. Everyone will have setbacks but you just have to start everyday and do the best that you can but it's okay to have down days and not do the exercises and everything else occasionally. But you have to bounce back and say screw it - I can do this. Then before you know it a couple months go by from your surgery date and things do suddenly start getting better. Thanks for the reminder that is so true.
He’s not wrong. He’s just sharing his experience and he’s inspiring all of us.
@Ape Man, this is his experience, not anyone else's. #Dumb
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Great job Sir. My 74 year old father is 2 weeks pre surgery. He can't wait.
You are what can happen if a person does their rehab exercises every day.
I’m 74 too and plan on TKR for my right knee soon. Received a silicone shot (the third time over a recommended spacing period) yesterday and discussed the next step towards surgery. Waiting for the pre-lim team to call me so I can go in for the necessary for pre-op (weight, diabetes, etc.) info, testing and such. Been dealing with a bad right knee for years.
Love ur dog. I am just past four weeks doing well but still pretty swollen and sensitive scar but I'm walking without a cane. I also need other knee done. Thanks for doing these videos.
You are supposed to use a walker for longer than that
How long did you have to take the pain meds?
Thank you so much for taking us on your knee surgery journey! I will be having RTKR in August (2022). Videos like yours really do help to give me confidence that I will also have a great recovery experience! I'm sure you're doing much better since 2018. (I haven't watched any of your other videos on hiking, but I will.) Thanks for the tips!
Yes. I was similar to you hardly had any pain I was actually walking without assistant device a week after the surgery. Everybody's different.
Very Interesting , I had my 1st knee replacement at 50 , all very similar as yourself with recovery. Lasted 14 years and had it replaced a second time as the knee came loose. I am 3 years into my new knee and all is perfect . It was a lot easier 2nd time round and was great getting back on the golf course after a short lay up . Let’s hope all is still going well for you
Still going strong and doing lots of backpacking and hiking. Good to hear the replacement not so bad because I'm not holding back and the knee is working great.
I am 55 at 5 weeks post-op and this video is great! I too have pushed too far on occasion. Swelling and sleepless nights are my nemesis. I am doing my other knee at 12 weeks post op. I am bike riding and swimming daily. Stretching in the water is awesome. I love the new knee! Thanks for the compression sleeve idea.
I thought i was to young for a knee replacement, im 57 an headed to my knee replacement , in a few months, how did your recovery come along
Same here. I hardly had any pain and started light jog at six weeks. Thanks for the video.
What a great recovery. So glad you can keep hiking.
I did my surgeries close together and the first knee was awesome. However, you put a lot of weight on the other leg, so its like starting over again. Not sure which leg was worse. But now that I am 2 weeks out of my left leg....I can finally get up alone, I should have someone behind me going up the steps....I have been have a few bathroom incidents because I cant make it, but every day its getting better. I have lots of pictures. I will see if I can post them. So 1rst surgery was Dec 17th 2nd surgery March 3 and I start outpatient therapy on Tuesday. I have been asking friends if I can borrow their stationery bike....NO ONE IS ANSWERING ME, as normal. Good Luck on your next surgery!!
I am six weeks post-op and I am feeling and doing very well, much better than I thought I would after a total knee replacement. Following the guidance and recommendations of my healthcare team and having my own home gym have help speed my recovery. I've got good range of motion and starting to crank up my strength training this week. Thanks for sharing your story!
Thanks for this. I'm having TKR next week and it's good to hear other people's experiences.
Hi, well i had my knee replacement 1 year ago and i totally agree, i was in the swimming pool on 7th week of operation doing exercises and It helped enormously, yes its a painfull operation but the relief afterwards and being able to do the stairs and normal Activity without pain Is great, the only thing Is that i have a Little problema kneeling on that knee but other than that i would re do
Ape Man, I'm glad that you have recovered well from your surgery. I had both knees replaced in November of last year, and l have completely recovered. Thanks for your inspiration.
Great news! I'm tired of folks telling me I'm crazy-brave to do both knees at once, when it simply makes sense to go thru Hell only once, since they are similarly damaged. 😀 I'm hoping to have similarly good results, though I know it's going to be tough going. But my docs are super-involved and confident, so I'm trying to keep a stiff upper lip.
Thank you so much for your videos. I’m having TKR on 11/4 and my anxiety has been off the charts. I really appreciate your down to earth and honest comments regarding your experience . I think I will be able to push thru this experience after watching your journey. Thank you again.
Laurie Kall Let us know how you are doing. Hope you have a smooth recovery!
I am now almost 8 weeks post op and starting to feel normal. I’ve been doing PT (at home and outside) since 11/5 and am making good progress...bending over 100 degrees, but need to do better. I’m going back to work on 1/13, so I’m hoping for a bit more improvement by then. Sleep is getting better; just icing some residual shin and calf pain. It is a process and I’m happy to see light at the end of the tunnel; thank you for asking!
@@lauriekall5235 Thanks for the update. Congrats on having the worst behind you. You should feel more and more normal and soon rarely even think about your knee anymore. Keep working on that flexion!
@@lauriekall5235 I'm having my tkr on Monday. The surgeon suggested I watch some of these videos-this wasn't one of them, but its in with the others, and it looked like a good one. Glad to now you're on the mend!
Karen Baker Good luck with your surgery and the best advice I can give you is have patience. It is a process and not a short one. I’m now 6 mths out from my surgery and it is doing great!
great to hear! I am having both done in a couple weeks. Actually doing the first (right knee) 1/25 and then doing the other 2 1/2 weeks later. I have a desk job, so I am hoping to be back to work a few weeks after the 2nd procedure. Very encouraging to see your progress, trying to figure out if I'm doing the right thing has been keeping me up at night. But, everyone I have talked to says it is worth it!
This vid is very encouraging for me!
Thanks for the video I've just reached week 5 also doing great But can't get over 110 bend yet and also 5 in extension . you've inspired me to get outside and walking ...... Thanks so much. Annie
Glad to hear you are doing well. 5 and 110 at 5 weeks is awesome so don't worry about it. Keep the swelling under control and get out and start using it. I think my stationary bike helps me the most but it's not as much fun as getting out and walking. As the song goes: "Annie Let's Not Wait!" Listen to your physical therapist - not some random internet guy! Good luck!
On the 6 week mark, when you I stand my knee doesnt hurt at all, but it takes a step or 2 before I can put weight on it without pain?
Things are still settling down after the trauma of surgery at 6 weeks. Hopefully the pain subsides over time.
Hi I'm close to them and nearly 7 weeks Post op and I returned to my job thus week and I stand all day also 🤟
A few years ago I lost a good friend to total knee surgery while having both knees replaced. He passed away after the surgery due to a blot clot. Scared me off from surgery, but after struggling to walk properly with my bum right knee for so long I decided to start the processes of having surgery.
That sounds very much like my father. He died after both having both knees replaced and a blood clot in recovery. That was almost 25 years ago. I’ve been scared too, but I think I will “buck up” and get it done in a couple of months. :)
I had right TKR six weeks ago. Drove at three weeks. I’m 73 years old had my left knee done 16 years ago. I’m doing 2 miles on the elliptical machine and walking in the neighborhood. 7-8,000 steps a day. One more week of PT. It takes 6 months to fully recover.
You’re doing great! It’s so worth it to get our lives back.
Eliter9293 Im 6 weeks post op and finished physical therapy My extension is at 0 and flexion is at 131. Im a personal trainer 66 years old and headed back to work soon. Feeling great no real issues
Kenneth DeTone 131 is awesome! You are an example of someone who is in shape and knows the work to recover. Better and faster outcomes if you are in shape before surgery. Congrats on your smooth and speedy recovery!
Well done! Just about to have my second knee replacement...cripes! For me, the most painful part was night-time...roll on 6 months down the line...best wishes from Wales UK...
Good luck on your journey…and sleeping better!
I'm having my surgery Monday and watching this video gave me some insight in the after surgery healing. Thanks!
Joyce Waldron Good attitude and do the work and you will be fine. Good luck!
I’m having TKR next Tuesday. I LOVE your channel. I did the Kearsarge Pass hike 2 years ago on a very arthritic knee. Before my knee got so bad, I booked a trip for September to Yosemite to do the Panorama trail. I guess I’ll be lucky to do baby hikes. Still, you give me hope.
Shelley Kresan You will be surprised and I think you will be hiking again soon! Good luck!
Well done!
Getting my TKR soon & getting a little anxious now, so thank you for such a positive video 👍
I hope my recovery is as good as yours 🤞
Strengthen the muscles in your leg as much as you can before surgery. I won't lie and there are some tough days but a positive attitude and doing the exercises religiously will help with a faster recovery. Good luck to you!
Ape Man thank you 👍 I will
thanks! I've been working my way backwards watching your videos. Very useful. Thanks for your generosity.
I heard that at first when using the exercise bike you pedal backwards.
No not from my experience and I have had 4 knee surgeries. You pedal forward as far as you can comfortably. If you can't make it around then you pedal backwards as far as you can. Eventually you will make it all the way around but your pain level will dictate how far you should go. It does hurt more going forward at first but eventually you will get there and it's all downhill from there. Not sure about all knee surgery types but when I had an ACL reconstruction I was told specifically to not pedal backwards.
I am 9 weeks out. Still having a lot of pain. At four weeks was better. Thinking I am doing to much. Everyone is different. He is saying everyone should be where he is no way. Everyone is different. Don’t over do it it takes time to heal. Up to a year.
Yes definitely everyone is different! It does take up to a year to heal. I’m blessed to be a fast healer. I’m 10 months out on my 2nd replacement and it’s been better than the first. Never ignore the pain and push to hard. Good luck you are almost there!
Hi. I'm almost 5 weeks after my TKR. Still stiff and sore at times. I wonder if you would care to share your email address so we could compare notes. BTW, I'm really impressed with your progress. Glen David, Durban, South Africa.
Congratulations and well done
I’m at 8 weeks out and I’m doing about the same. I feel pretty good about it snd my knee makes noise too! I’m glad you mentioned it, because I thought it was really weird! My other knee replacement didn’t make any noise! 🤣
I had bilateral knee replacement on February 7th, so 3 weeks. Used a walker the first week, now a cane. Sleep is hard, on my back,ugh! My left knee is pretty good, but my right knee is having a tough time bending. No more pain meds unless I'm going to physio. I'm hoping to be as good as you. Glad I did both knees at the same time. Learning so much. Looking forward to walking pain free. Thanks for the video, from Toronto.
It took me about 6 weeks before I got the sleep thing down. Experiment with new positions until you find one that works. I was always a stomach sleeper but now I prefer to sleep on my side with my knees bent. The worst is over - good luck to you!
That's me in one week -- I need these videos and comments like yours to quell my anxiety. I get around okay, but my arthritis is making it impossible for me to do my active job, which I want to keep doing. So: here goes! I hope you are doing just great in the meantime. Wish me luck!
I'm 3 weeks post op tomorrow. Pain is horrible sometimes. I can straighten perfectly but I can only bend about 75 to 80. It hurts trying to do more but hopefully it hurts less after swelling goes down more.
It will get a little better everyday. You have bad days where it seems it won’t get better but it will over time. Take your meds and work as hard as you can but be patient. Find exercises you enjoy. For me I loved the stationary bike. Good luck!
Glad for him.. I'm 5 weeks out and I doing really good.
How you doing know how old are you ???
I’m doing great now I only have a 90 degree bend but I was already told that before the surgery cause I had so much damage. I was 38 when my surgery was done a year and half ago
@@yolandanelson8987 Glad to hear you are doing well!
Fabulous. Thank you, I’m due to have my knee op on the 4th February, I can’t wait to take long walks 🙏💚☘️
I'd say this man's experience is far from typical. You'll likely be very disappointed if you expect to be hiking within weeks. I'm at 5 weeks, pain is not under control and I cannot walk far. Maybe i'm at the other extrene to him but even he asks l admits many others have more pain and stiffness than him.
Awesome progress, keep it up! Btw, check out the Bauerfeind GenuTrain line of knee sleeves and braces. I used one after my last surgery to keep the swelling down: www.bauerfeind.ca/en_ca/products/orthopedic-bracing/knee-hip-thigh/. You can find on Amazon if not at a local orthopedic shop.
Those are some nice braces. Thanks for the tip!
Every one is different ,I had excrutiating pain for two weeks and at 4 weeks still have bad pain at night in spite of meds...no whim but this is aweful,never again.It doesnt help to compare to others who can get away easily
You are right. It is different for everyone. Eventually most people heal and the pain subsides. A lot of people say never again but after they recover they are willing to get the other knee done. I'm doing my other knee next winter. Good luck.
My wife is 7 weeks post op. She can't walk around in the house for 10 mins.
I bet she's doing much better now.
So glad I found your video .even though it's the 3rd of April 2020:-) we are in lockdown here in New Zealand ,I had my total knee replacement 2 weeks ago..and ha a rotten day yesterday,,this morning better ,and just thought I'd look up some one who's been there,,ever so helpful.and the letters sent to you,,I have had both hips and other knee done ,but this time there's more pain,but I'm persevering with the exercises,as you say so important,evr so please to see someone how's pushed through the pain and moved on to the happyer days ,,thanks heaps for taking the time to do the video :-)
Lockdown here in California too! Good time to work on flexion and extension! I'm hoping to do some pretty intense backpacking trips this summer when this virus is beaten. Best of luck on your journey and be safe.
I'm doing my knee in a few weeks, hoping all goes well....
You got this. First week sucks a little but all downhill after that. Good luck!
@@ApeMan I'm into my second week and you we're right, the first week was horrible...nothing but pain and swelling...getting better I'm at 60 degrees and can walk around without the aid of a Walker
Hey Bro I feel your pain, right knee replaced 4 years in Aug. and one year in June for the left knee, the bad part for me was the weight gain with the bad knees. Took up hiking after the first operations for rehab, and fell in love with it, then left knee went bad and had to stop, now after my second surgery I'm back hiking again, like you starting about two miles a hike and working my way up, it will get better and stronger I promise, keep up the good work.
Love to hear good news stories, thanks! I used to run a lot to stay in shape and have missed that. I got fatter as well so I have to look for other ways to keep the pounds off. I typically lose 1 pound a day on backpacking trips but that is not a healthy way to lose weight! I have a gym membership and just have to start using it! Glad to hear you are back hiking again. It's more enjoyable than the gym.
Oh yeah I hate the gym, so boring, since you live in Calif. if your ever in the Orland area look me up, would love to take you around the trails of Black Butte Lake.
This is great Ape Man.
What everybody should know is that everybody recovers differently and at different rates. I'm 54 years old and I had my left knee replaced 14 months ago (Dec 2019) and it now feels great - no pain and range of motion is 125 degrees (flexion). I had a lot of swelling from day 1 but fought through it and did my exercises 3 times a day every day. I was able to complete a full rotation on the stationary bike under 3 weeks. I was off the walker and cane in just over 3 weeks. I'm very active (golfing, mountain biking, hiking) and some swelling was still there after 14 months. But no worries because the pain is completely gone! The swelling eventually went away completely when I had no choice but to rest for my second knee replacement (January 2021).
My right knee has already gone through several surgeries. The biggest one was a high tibial osteonomy about 11 years ago which bought me 11 more years before I had to go through with this total knee replacement. It's been almost 4 weeks now and I still have a lot of swelling. I cannot do a full rotation on the bike yet so I'm lagging behind in my progress when comparing to my first replacement but I know it will improve as the swelling goes away slowly. I was told that I may NOT have as great a range of motion with this knee as I've already had several surgeries which have contributed to scar tissue in the knee even before this knee replacement. I find the best exercise to do to gain maximum range of motion is biking but it will be at least another 7 or 8 months before I get max ROM. I'm hoping for at least 110 degrees.
To anyone going through this right now, DO NOT GIVE UP! It will get better but realize it will take some time. I was over a year before I could say that I was fully recovered and there was still some swelling, however, it would not stop me from doing anything. I'm so happy I have had these done. The pain is 100% gone in the first knee and hoping for similar results with the second. So far so good - the pain is gone.
Yup everyone is different. It takes work, time and patience. I’m lucky both knees are working well with very little swelling.
Sandhill Crane.
How did your knee feel before you had the replacement? I have some minor pain when walking, ect., but when I sit in a regular chair, or when I drive the burning hurts beyond words.
My knee was in really bad shape and hurt a lot. Probably waited 5 years too long for surgery. On the bright side the surgery and recovery were nothing since I was in so much pain before. I still tried to do everything but it got ridiculous. I've never had 2nd thoughts about the surgery.
I enjoyed your video. I’m 13 days into my journey of bi-lateral knee replacements. Yes, I got both done at the same time. I’m walking with the walker- still hurting some when standing trying to use my knees/legs. I’m still quite swollen and on pain meds. I just got home last night from being 1 week in an inpatient rehab hospital - I had to manage everything on my own- ADLs and PT. I am looking for the day I can hike and get around with minimal instability. Thank you for sharing your journey
Congrats on having the worst behind you! It's all downhill from here! Good luck!
Thank you sir for giving me the courage to have my knee surgery! I want my life back too!! I've been putting it off with steroid injections, even thought of stem cell therapy! Thank God I saw your videos and thank you again!!
So did you already have the surgery?
Not yet, on May 15th I have an appt to have an injection of some sort of jell in my right knee!! Trying everything first before the surgery but know deep down it will require surgery! I just watched your 1 year video, you are a role model for lots of folks!! Thank you for responding!!
Sounds like you are getting euflexxa or synvisc injections. They work well for some and not at all for others. They helped me a lot and I got in a few years of backpacking before I had to do the TKR. You should try to keep your real knee for as long as possible but if it's making your life miserable then it's time to consider TKR. Good luck!
Glad to see that you are doing well! Keep it up. I hope to see you on the trails this summer. My wife had a knee replacement 18 months ago and she is doing well. She may have the other one done this fall.
I'm 3 months post op and feel I could do a short backpacking trip now. Maybe in June. Glad to hear your wife is doing well.
So, 6 years later ... how’s it going?
I’m 6 weeks post-op from full knee replacement. I still have a good bit of swelling and I’m having pain on both sides. When the swelling increases my pain increases which sounds logical to me. Lol
Any update for 6 years later? Btw, what a beautiful area you are in!
I have several videos documenting my progress including my second knee. I am doing fantastic. No more swelling or ice and lots of hiking and backpacking problem free. No braces anymore either but I do use hiking sticks on trails. Good luck on your journey!
Going in shortly for right replacement. Thanks for your video, it gives a relevant explanation of the surgery.
Good luck! Do your rehab work and you will be amazed with the results. First couple weeks suck but it’s all good after that
@@ApeMan Thanks. It’s my right knee which has worn out as I am a left bk amputee. I have high hopes for 5he surgery. Take care.
Very helpful
Good job
How old are you? I am one week out and doing great.
Good luck on your recovery! I m 62 1/2 and going strong (knock on wood)
You had a great doctor, I'm 15 weeks out barely can walk at all
Pain is still incredible 5-6 ALWAYS no relief
Never sleep more then 4 hours
Inflammation is incredible got better for a bit now much worse
Feel like my whole body is infected
Doc say just wait it will get better
He sucks
I work out 3-4 days a week at YMCA all with replacement doing better then me
I'm no expert but I've always recovered pretty quickly so may have set an overly optimistic recovery. I think it's pretty normal to be in a lot of pain for a few weeks but 15 sounds terrible. I think the pain will go away but actually I think it's more important at your stage to continue working on flexion and extension even though it hurts. If you are at least at 90 I wouldn't worry too much but you want to get to 120 at least - the sooner the better. You just have to power through this and follow up with your doctor if it doesn't get a little better week to week. Hang in there!
Oh Robert you have my understanding and sympathy! I'm 4wks out and on morphine patches that are doing nothing. I'm only able to sleep with a painkiller & sedative last thing at night. Without them I regularly awake during the night in tears from the pain. I do my exercises every day but despite the fact that I'm able to get around ok with my walker or pushing the pram the pain is shocking. My GP commented how red & hot it is but as I don't have a fever it obviously isn't infected but gave me anti-b's anyway which come with their own list of side effects. I keep looking at others and reading such positive comments about their recovery and wondering if there's something wrong with me?
Perhaps you should go to a different doctor for help. Your situation needs attention.
Im 59 yrs old.Im on my 2 months unilateral knee replacement on right knee . I can walk with my cane . . already and now start new life
New Technolgy advance healing process with physical therapy and faith positive thoughts I had ....
I can walk freely without pain.
Congratulations! When you start physical therapy my first goal would be to work with the therapist to get rid of the cane and try to have an as normal gait as you can. We have to retrain all our muscles and ligaments after surgery and the sooner the better. I played full court basketball last week with no ill effects. Probably not a good idea but it was fun. Everybody is different but I'm in the camp where you push it a little but not too much. Your pain level will be your guide. Good luck!
I am proud of you. I can’t wait till I reach the 6 weeks. I can’t sleep at night it’s itching inside my operated knee. Thank you for sharing.
Sleeping was my biggest problem. I found sleeping on my side with a pillow between my legs was a good sleeping position. Try to limit your naps do you are tired at night. It will get a little better each day.
Hi again Ape Man,
I had my TKR on sept 10, 2019. It was rough! My pain meds messed me up and I ended up in the ER. Then I went to rehab. I’ve done everything I could to feel better and deal with everything. I am doing much better now. I don’t regret anything, and I pray things continue to go well. Your videos were helpful and hopeful, and I thank you for sharing your story with all of us. Hope you are doing well.
I had TKR on 9/23 to be honest, it has been a slow painful process. I do not get any sleep at night because of the pain. I do therapy daily at home and twice a week in the office. I was not aware the healing process would take so long. I was hoping I would be back to the office by now but I’m truly grateful my company has allowed me to work from home. For me, I think the pain and swelling and not getting any sleep, is the most challenging part of the procedure.
ad Lopez I understand how you feel about pain at night and getting your sleep. If your knee is swelling then elevate and ice. I massage my thigh muscles front & back twice a day with Biofreeze. I massage my scar with vitamin e oil twice a day. I also am wearing a knee brace half an hour three times a day. It’s very time consuming, but I know it will pay off. Don’t be afraid to take your pain meds especially at night- it will help you sleep better. My therapist said it will be at least three months before I’ll get a good night’s sleep. I also take a sleep aid-and it helps.
Don’t lose faith, do the exercises, take your meds, and stay home to work as long as you need to.
As I say my prayers, I will pray for your speedy recovery too.
Diane Columbus
Thank you Diane. I appreciate your advice. I have recently added a sleep aid in addition to the pain meds at night. It has helped tremendously! I have asked my doctor for a topical cream to help with the pain. He prescribed Voltaren gel. I use it 4 times a day. I also wear a brace for support. I continue with therapy and can see progress but, honestly the healing process is slow and painful. Again Thank you. God Bless!
My wife had her first knee done 8-8-19 she didn't have any problems with the pain meds. Had her other knee done 1-28-20 pain meds. have been making her sick. Same meds.
@@adlopez177 I just started to try sleeping on my side. I cant but its a few mins of luxury, so I will take it. I hope all goes well for you. Keep stretching, you wont regret it, I know its hard. But PUSH PUSH PUSH!! I am pulling for all of us.
I am 7 weeks still with a lot of pain, hard to sleep, it is a nightmare
Hang in there it should get better. JI just did a 10 mile hike 2 days ago with no I’ll effects.
Hi , How is it your Knee now after 5 Years ?
Fantastic. No pain or swelling and I no longer use compression braces. Did back to back 10 mile hikes the last two days with no I’ll affects.
Your left foot looks quite swollen
That’s a whole different problem not related to my knees. Got some arthritis in my feet.
Had knee replacment 6 wks ago walking without any sticks after 2wks my problem is a burning sensation in the night hard time sleeping .
Wrong way to do exercices.not realistic about the time needed to go back to work.
What kind of work do you do?
I’m semi retired now but still working part time and I do some consulting arborist work. I worked the last 15 years in parks maintenance for a local town.
Your dog looks pooped😂
He’s old like me! He’s always happy to be outside or on a trail.
Wrongly. As my self knee replacement be fore two months can not free.
Looks like the dog needed a nap!
What do you take for falling asleep
I’m a very occasional user of indica gummies. A buddy introduced them to me in a backpacking trip. Wake up refreshed with no side effects. One at bedtime gives me a solid 6 hrs of sleep. For work if I need a good nights sleep they work great!
@@ApeManI’m 10 weeks out and these saved my life. I can finally sleep again! It was so hard the first 3 weeks.
What are you doing about sleeping at night?
Try not to nap too much during the day. Pain meds before bed? It will get better with time.
@@ApeMan thank you, the most pain meds I take during the day is 650mg of Tylenol after a pt session with an ice pack to the knee for a bit. I will only take a 1 hour nap occasionally if I've had a horrible night. I went to the gym for the first time today and did some stationary bike (10min) and upper body weights. I've been feeling like a slug lately after being very physically active before the surgery 6 weeks ago. Hopefully it will help. I find myself waking up to severe spasms in my knee and leg and at my wits end.
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Hahaha! I like your new party trick! I had both knees done same day and am 4 weeks post op! [TKR]. Love the encouraging words from you, as I too feel that I am heading for a good recovery down the road! Just one question though, are there any exercises for the patella? Mine seem to be stationary and not moving around when trying to move them a bit, like before the surgery. There is still swelling on the surrounding area. A question I will ask my doctor when I see him in May. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great work.
Glad you are doing well. Happy to report both knees are doing fantastic for me. The swelling should subside over the next few months and the patella should move more but that’s a question for your doctor. Happy trails!
Ru kidding me!
Thank you for these videos. Did you try anything like ZILRETTA before getting surgery? I'm looking to try a few more things before surgery. But I've never found anything that works. I'm using Volteran now but it doesn't seem to to do anything after two weeks of using it.
I tried everything to postpone surgery. In the end I think I waited 5 years too long. I couldn't fully extend my knee because of all the bone spurs growing out of the bone to bone contact. Surgery seemed easy to me because I was in so much pain before the knee replacement. I was back to work with no restrictions after two months but I'm a determined idiot who pushed it too hard without hurting myself luckily. 8 months after surgery I did a 38 mile fairly intense backpacking trip with no problem at all. Naproxen and Synvisk injections postponed it for a while. When I was getting cortisone injections to get through the day I knew it was time. Good luck!
I am 6 weeks out in 2 days...not doing hiking...maybe a mile walk at a time. I have about 120 degrees flexion now and they think I am doing pretty well!
Sounds like you are doing great. A little better every day! I'm climbing the 3rd highest mountain in California in 2 weeks. The knee is great!
Wow u can do that already thats great. this is my 2nd mth after TKR and still walking very slow ,pain still there but less now . Constant exercises now with lockdown of covid 19 can't go out stuck at home .Only having problems at nite thats where the pain comes .wish i be walking like u right now .maybe for women its a slow recovery?
Everyday it will get a little better. Yes I remember sleeping was a challenge for 6 months. I created new sleeping positions. Side sleeping with my good leg on top bent where my knee touched the bed, with my surgery knee straight seemed to work for me.
Hi wanted to know after full recovery does pain go completely away
Erica flores Contreras Yes and no. The pain of bone on bone is completely gone. My overall pain level went from an 8 to a 1. More importantly I have confidence in my knee and can do whatever I want. Now my old worn out joint is still old and worn out. I’m a little stiff and when bending at 120 degrees plus it hurts a little. No resting pain or sleeping pain at all. After a 10 mile hiking day it of course swells up and is a little sore but nothing like before surgery. You get used to it and I really don’t even think about it much and don’t even ice it after hikes. Other people may have different results. I have a high pain tolerance and was in a lot of pain for a long time pre surgery so I’m very satisfied.
I am 46 and have had three surgeries on my left knee over the the last 20 years to repair PCL and ACL along with torn meniscus. I was told I have arthritis in the knee as well. Is 46 too young to get a knee replacement and how could I persuade the dr to do the surgery since I stay in pain a lot
If it's preventing you from doing things and is very painful it ma be time. I would try anti inflamitories and synvisc injections and delay it a few years. When you are forced to use cortisone to stem the pain it is time. I waited 5 years too long but that's me. I like to climb mountains and backpack and it was getting hard. I can do that again because of my replacement.
You must heal pretty well-you don't seem to have much of a visible scar! I'm hardly a leg model, but I hope I heal as good as you. I'm having my tkr on Monday, May 18th-was supposed to have it on April 6th, but of course, that was postponed due to COVID19. I am hoping I can get away with walking, for post op therapy, as I hate riding stationary bikes! They hurt my hips (I also have some back problems). I work in a factory, walking at least 5 miles a shift. I tried synvisc-that worked great in my left knee. The Dr said it would work for 6 months-I'm going on a year and a half. The right knee began to hurt, was very stiff, and I got a shot of synvisc in that knee, hoping for the same great results. The synvisc didn't do a darn thing, this time! So, into surgery I go. I am thinking of getting the other knee done, after I recover from the right knee surgery. I love to walk, and walk fast. There are a few wonderful wilderness parks near me, and a huge dog park also, and I haven't been able to see any of them, this spring. The inactivity is really making life boring! I hope I'm as active as you are, at 6 weeks post surgery! Great little film! Thanks!
Karen Baker My hairy legs hide the scar but it did heal well. Good luck on your surgery. You should be on the trails by fall. Have that be your goal and work hard on your pt and flexibility and you can meet that goal.
check out you tube. back on the unicycle three months after knee replacement surgery.
Checked out your video. Awesome recovery - so happy for you. I know how you feel. It's like we are 10 years younger!
Wow amazing I'm still struggling had knee replacement August 27th and a MUA October 13th very slow recovery alot of swelling and inflammation after my MUA my leg blew up like a balloon
Sorry to hear that. Your doctor and physical therapist should be able to help you.
My wife could not do 2 miles after 4 months.
Everyone is different and progresses at different rates. I pushed it really hard.
Lol that’s funny! 😜
What is the name of the ice pack brace you have. If you could give some info on that ice pack it would be nice. Thumbs up
It was just something they sent me home with from the hospital. The liquid ice machines are best but insurance doesn't cover those.
When did you walk with one crutch then none,I'm in my 5th week and feel confident to walk one,enjoyed your videos,envy your Californian weather,bit damp and cold in NW England.
patrick prynn 70 degrees today and still wearing shorts! I’m a fast healer and very stubborn. I got rid of all waking aids after 2 weeks except for my hiking poles for trails. Keep using them as long as you need them. You need to be able to walk with a normal gait otherwise you can stress other parts of your body.
Just came from the hospital this week............not sure how this will work for me.
Buddy Ligon Do your physical therapy and try to keep your chin up! Every week gets a little better. You got this!
@@ApeMan Thanks.......will do
What type of ice pack did you use?
I just have a Velcro strap on one which works fine. I like it because I can drive with it or wear it to bed. The circulating ice is great too but only useful the first week or so.
4 weeks into post and things were going good but a few days ago I have terrible pain when the knee moves laterally . im so bummd. I don't take anything but Tylenol because I ant take opioids or narcotics. .
Some people have pain much longer than others. I was lucky but have 2 friends that struggled for a couple months before their pain subsided. Good luck.
THANKS. This is knee # 2 for me and I know it will get better.
Where did you get the ice wrap?
They sent it home with me after my surgery
How's the knee doing sir
It's doing so well I'm getting the other one done in a couple of months.
I'm confused. At 1:40 you said 'Welcome to my 6 mos. total knee update..". Yet the title and at other places it seems you're only at 6 weeks. Fyi I had excruciating pain at about 6 weeks trying to get my knee to bend to about 115- 120. And there is no way I was able to hike except from one end of the house to the other. Now at 3 months I'm finally able to hike a little, about 2 miles or so. I'm 75, but was very active before this. The only possible thing I might have done wrong was not start bending earlier, but in spite of the meds and constant icing, the swelling was horrible. Anyway, I'm glad you had little pain and your recovery went so well.
Sorry I misspoke. This was actually 6 weeks after surgery and I’m still going strong! Got some backpacking trips planned for the summer. I hope you’re progressing well too!
@@ApeMan Boy, you made excellent progress! I'm at 3 months and took my first 2 mile hike, and was surprised I could go that far. You seem to love all the things I do. Can't wait to get back into regular hiking. I'm going to give your knee brace a try.
im 68, a woman and 4 weeks out for a partial knee replacement and having a hard time. Im only at 90 degrees. Its hurts like hell!
Sorry but the worst should be over. Keep doing your exercises and good luck!
@@ApeMan thank you. Im supposed to be going to Hawaii on July 7 - only three weeks away and I'm freaking out. My doctor told me that I should be OK he said that before the surgery because I asked him if I should have the surgery after I get back from Hawaii. So I'm trying to really push it so that I will have half of a good time at least lol. PT is excruciating for me!
How long before you could drive
I was able to drive after a week. It was my left leg and I was off my meds by then.
Hey there,
Where did you get your brace that goes in the freezer
It's pretty great right? Sorry I got it from a previous surgery many years ago and there are no labels on it. I would imagine a medical supply company would have something like it. I still use it all the time. Good luck!
Glad to see you are getting better. I'm not far behind you and downhills have been hurting my knees lately. I'm going to take some advice from backpacking maniac Joey Coconato, lunges, dead lifts, some light squats (maybe) and more hiking. Keep up the hard work and have some fun .
hi terry I have a real stupid question but you might know the answer. I viewed a video, don't think it was one of yours, that recommend to use coffee filter for something, I took several filters out to my gear but for the life of me don't remember what they are for. it terrible getting old and cant remember shit lol
Was there a lot of scarring? Do you have any issues with your hip/s?
Definitely gonna leave a nice scar. It's pretty gnarly at first but is fading fast and will soon be hardly noticeable. One hip was bothering me a little because I was out of balance with a really bad knee before surgery. I can walk normally again and the hip problem vanished. I feel younger and am excited to get back to a lot of physical activities again. Of course backpacking without pain is a big plus but lots of daily things I can do pain free again. Just walking, on the job, sports and even some things in the bedroom. Pain sneaks up on you and makes life hard. If you are on the fence about doing it feel free to ask me more questions. I was in a ton of pain daily before surgery so for me the decision was easy and I have no second thoughts. I should have done it years ago.
Thank you for sharing, you have done a really good job of recovering from post op.I feel more confident going into my surgery. Great job and happy hiking!
John
Thanks John. Attitude is 90% and pain meds can help with the other 10%. The whole process was much easier than expected and I'm so excited to be walking normally again. I actually feel younger. Good luck with your surgery!
Where did you get your ice pack
They gave it to me at the hospital to go home with. I do like the way it straps on and I can move around with it. I still use it after hiking and tough days at work. Sorry I don't know where to get one.
7 weeks out it was a revision in lots of pain can't walk very far at all sleeping is almost impossible
Hang in there Ed. It may not seem like it but I bet you are getting a tiny bit better everyday. Sleep was hard for me too. Maybe talk to your doctor about different pain meds and something to help you sleep. I tried to limit naps so I would be tired at night. Music helped me sleep. Sitting in silence and being in pain and getting frustrated not being able to fall asleep drove me nuts. I tried lots of things with pillows and different positions to try and get comfortable. Side sleeping curled up with my hands or a pillow between my knees was a position that worked for me. Good luck on your recovery. I'm thrilled with my new knee.
Its not that easy for everyone no matter what!