Knee Replacement 3 BIG Mistakes People Make
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- Bob and Brad Discuss the 3 BIG Mistakes That People Make After Having a Knee Replacement
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0:00 Common Knee Replacement Mistakes Introduction
0:27 Knee Replacement Mistake #1
1:46 Knee Replacement Mistake #2
6:34 Knee Replacement Mistake #3
8:04 End Screen
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I just had total knee replacement 2 weeks ago. It is the most painful rehabilitation process that you can imagine.. As soon as you start feeling better you need to inflict pain on yourself. It is horrible.. I would NEVER do it again.. And i need replacement on my other leg,
Sorry to hear this Kyle, I've talked to many since my surgery failure and knees are definitely the worst to have done ! My other one needs work too but I'll never have it replaced.
Hopefully after a bit of time your opinion has changed. At 2 weeks P/O I was still in a lot of pain too, but after 6+ months it doesn't feel any different than the other. Best of luck to you
Agree
I had double knee replacement seven weeks ago, had three days on the walker, and off and walking really well after that, no cane. I did use their double gizmo for increasing flexibility, and that worked great! I did lots of leg strengthening before surgery, had three weeks of PT for flexibility, and three weeks of PT for strengthening. I am 70 years old, and everybody is different. I also had lots of people praying for me, and I give lots of credit to that. Sleeping is a different subject, that has been difficult a times, but is getting better. Thank you Bob and Brad!
did you have a lot of pain @ night? I am not sleeping and very painful. Having a problem with getting what the Dr. Is prescribing because of the problem with the narcotics epidemic. 😢
Having a lot of pain in the late evening and at night is normal. Going into week 3 for myself.@@ginahendrickson6582
I'm 6 weeks out and the sleeping is the worst part! no comfortable position, waking up all night. It's getting better, but I wasn't prepared for this part of the recovery.
@@ginahendrickson6582 That’s not right! If you’re in that much pain there should be medications to relieve it!!
Are they just telling you to ice it?
I sometimes use a plastic kitchen garbage bag around my foot as the friction reducer when doing the knee extensions on the bed.
I had a knee replacement then 2 years later, had a revision. My original orthopedic dr said everything looks great on xray, even though I was having problems. Went to a different doctor for a second opinion. Learned that the cement did not bond correctly and therefore the hardware in my knee was loose. Went in for the revision and now I am 100% happy and pain free.
What I learned from both experiences is that the physical therapy is just as important as the surgery itself. Take the pain medication so you can work through the physical therapy!
Wow Sandra you must have been so glad to find the problem which was the 1st doc, ha ha! I'm sick of MRIs and unnecessary x-rays, we need proper diagnoses
because we are truly suffering beyond belief!
My glue has released also, revision surgery on the way. Did you have to pay your co-pays AGAIN? I think it's unfair to have to pay twice.
This sounds just like me. Surgery is in about 6 weeks and I'm determined to take every recommendation of my new surgeon to have an outcome like yours.
There aren't many folks to read who have had a revision and sharing their experience. I'm thankful to have come across your post.
Had knee replacement 5 weeks ago and my 3 words of advise are ONE: DO YOUR EXERCISES AND STRETCHES DAILY , if they hurt make sure to take pain meds before you start them as you will do them better with less pain but do not skip them!! TWO: TAKE YOUR PAIN MEDS whether you think or feel you need them or not( like my Doc said Don't Be A Billy) and THREE: DITCH THE CANE AS SOON AS YOU CAN, its great to work with the walker in the beginning to get balance, strength and proper gate in your walk but I found the cane causing you to walk off balance, can encourage a limp or favouring of good leg and doesn't help with proper walking pattern.(stay longer with walker if you need to and less with the cane as it can become your crutch). BTW I am currently Prescription Med Free , No Walking Aid Needed(walk 2x 2.5kms a day now) and I went from 89 and 12 degrees pre-surgery to 130 and 2 degrees (and still improving) post surgery.... **TRUST YOUR KNEE IT'S STRONG **
Ty my husband is having his knee done this Wednesday.
GREAT ADVICE!
Bob seems to be talking better! Great!
Very!
What happened to Bob?
Why is he talking with a slur? I was beginning to think he had a few too many before the video.
Im having my left knee replaced in February. Ive been turned down 17 times and was getting pretty discouraged. Well the 13th of this month i saw a new orthopedic and he approved the surgery. He asked if i had any questions and i simply asked how soon we could get it done. My knee is so bad that you can hear it pop with every step. I can barely walk from my bed to the bathroom or from the couch to the mail box because of the pain and instability. I can't wait to finally be able to walk somewhat normally again
How did it go? Are you happy you did it?
You'll feel great! It's literally life changing
I don't see my knee Dr til the 17th he doesn't know the pain I'm in wouldn't give me anymore pain in witch I only use when neeged
@@bettyfleischmann8183 So you haven’t had a knee replacement surgery yet?
I had a complete knee surgery Jan still in alot of pain 72 years old and also caught a virus from the hospital
Consistently is the key. One month post op from a double knee replacement. Now walking without aid and 90% normal gait. Ascending stairs leading with each leg, holding bannister for support. Not bad for a double. Anxious to see surgeon for first followup a week from today.
Both knees replaced three months apart (July and October 2019) at 61 years old after 23 years of soccer refereeing. Did prehab; no problems. Stopped narcotic pain medication after a few days --- I don't respond well to it and I know it. In-home rehab started within a couple days post surgery. Outpatient rehab started after two weeks of in-home. I cannot stress this enough: do what your physical therapist tells you to do, do it again, then do it once more. After knee 1, I was up and ready for knee 2 when the second surgery came around. By Christmas, I had full mobility and minimal discomfort. Surgeon said I could resume soccer refereeing but it would wear out the joint prematurely. I asked about cycling, which I had done before the surgery; doctor said it was a great idea because it causes no impact on the joints. Knee replacement was a wonderful decision for me.
TKR is no joke! It is so different for everyone! I’m 1 & 1/2 years out from surgery w/complications 😢 still using a cane! I’m hopeful but a little discouraged! Love to all💗🙏
I'm sorry you still need assistance. I'm 14 months out with complications. No more bike riding for me 😢
May the Lord Jesus Christ, heal you to perfect health.
Thank you Abba
I'm so sorry to hear that yas are having problems. I had both knees replaced at the same time 6yrs ago. Alot of hard work and tears but it's the best thing I did. Mine worked out great. I wish yas the best hope they get better.
@@kenjohnson2162 they pushed my recovery time from 1 year to 18 months. I feel like it will always be an issue
Also look at recalls. I'm looking at double tkr and stumbled across rda knee recalls
2 hip and 2 knee replacement surgeries in the past 5 years and doing great, recovery from knee replacement surgery is brutal but well worth it , hard work is key.
Glad you're doing well!
I had the same in 4 years here in Germany. I agree, knees are not for the faint of heart. Hips are a breeze
I had surgery in Janury 73 years old having trouble with pain still
@@bettyfleischmann8183 it took a full year with each knee replacement until I felt better, is your dr addressing your pain ?
67yrs old T.K.R 3 weeks ago on right knee, I have 125% + range of motion depending on swelling after exercises, stopped all narcotics day 18 but icing down a lot, PT has changed from range of motion to focusing on strengthening. Looking forward to life without being held back with bad knee.
Good luck Shane, I've had issues with pain ever since having mine done.
Sounds like my recovery
Need strengtjing
Dwelling hold me back a lot
Meant swelling
These guys are great. Surprised they didn't talk about preoperative PT. I've had my left kneedone twice. First was a partial about 12 years ago and a full that was done last March. Thinking I could get the replacement done back on Nov 2020 I started preop thearpy early Oct that year. Because of the COVID breakout all optional surgeries were put on hold. I kept up with the preop thearpy on through to the replacement five moonths later. Not only did all of this thearpy make my knees stronger than they had been in years, it reduced my pain level to a point where I was thinking of postponing the replacement. After the surgery was done, I only walked with the walker while I was in the hospital (3 days). After being home for a few days I found myself carrining it around the house. At one week I was on the cane, but again I found myself carring it.
Post op, I started doing knee slides and quad flex multiple times per day begining the day after the surgery (with the doctors approval). Then continued with PT by going to the clinic twice per week. I also had a personal trainer come to my house once a week. At about 4 weeks post op my range was zero to 125 degrees and at six weeks I had a full 145 degrees movement. I finished clinic PT may last year, but continue doing the prescribed excercises along with my regular workouts. I still have a little surgical pain and my doctor says I did a very good job on the rehab.
My advice is start PT early, take it seriously and never stop. I will be 70 in a few months. You are never too old to take good care of your body.
LoL
"You can not stretch it out as much when someone else is inflicting pain",
But so true
I had 2 TKR 4 months apart with great success. It was "mandatory" to do PT before and after the surgery. The before exercises were essentially the same as after the surgery and the flexibility and quad strength I gained before the surgery made my recovery so much easier. I have completely normal range of motion and strength. Maybe you could put together a video trio of how to progress through the whole procedure. The one thing that surprised me was how I couldn't feel my quads activate doing leg lifts right after the surgery and how much the PT stressed flexibility.
Bob and Brad, I hope people take your videos to heart. If they follow your advice, they would definitely improve their health (and maybe their hearts too)! That's certainly true for me.
So happy to hear that we could help!
I had 2 knees replaced. After my first replacement I was able to mow my lawn 6 days after surgery. The best thing to do is exercise and build up knee muscles before procedure.
I am getting ready for a knee replacement. Thank you for the ways to help me move properly.
Way to go Bob.. We can all tell that you are working hard and boy, are we/am I happy. I like this one especially. Bone on bone and bone spurs on both knees.
Thanks!
I find bending so painful such a tight band at the top of my knee I must be a whimp! - now at 4weeks!, leg is totally straight but still working on the bend 😳- I’ve just started to use the NHS Ortho Glide - great wee device around a £10 definitely helping. Great advice from the guys I need to stop comparing and feel like I’m racing the clock! Hope everyone does well on their journey with this I definitely underestimated how major this surgery is, not helped by the lack of pre-op guidance given locally. 🥰🏴🇬🇧
It took me a year after my total knee replacement to where I could walk without a cane. I had six months of physical therapy right after the surgery (luckily my insurance paid for it) and I did all my exercises faithfully. Everyone is so different so don't compare your recovery to anyone else. Also, I am overweight which had something to do with how long it took.
Thanks for sharing!
How are you doing now Jean? I’m on my TKR revision after over a year of difficulty from the initial TKR, including many months of pt, very frustrating after all this time. I was not overweight, but hyper mobile with valgus knees and bone on bone :) it’s difficult as someone who was very active, doing “all the right things” especially when you meet or hear about others, particularly those who are not active having fantastic experiences with their replacements. Comparing can drive you mad either way. It doesn’t seem to make a difference 🤷🏻♀️
@@lisaact1 I'm doing well now. I'm so happy I can walk without a cane. I'm grateful for that. It can be very frustrating when you see everyone else having such a short recovery time. My doctor just said everyone is different and not to worry about it. I started swimming at the Y after 3 months. That could have helped my recovery time too. But it did take a full year before it felt normal. I wish you success with your recovery. Just keep on going with your exercises and be patient.
@@JeanStAubin-nl9uo so happy for you, that’s great news! Yes, the doctors keep reminding us that everyone is different. Thank you for the well wishes.
Thank you ladies, for sharing your experiences! I will remember this when my surgery time comes!
What helped me was the stationary bike. I'd strap my feet in and adjust the height of the seat, depending on how well my knee was bending. I didn't use the replacement knee... I just used the other leg to move it. Really helped taking out scar tissue and getting the bend and straightening of the knee.
Did the PT before the knee replacement surgery. Once the surgery done did all the PT at home and then in the office. Followed all the material in the brochures to a T. Ice bags were my best friends. Biggest mistake: getting the knee replacement surgery. I am in more pain now than I was before the surgery. The swelling and stiffness are horrible. I need a walker to get around. I fall easily, and my balance is off. I had pain before the surgery, but the pain and now depression post surgery have pushed me to point that I no longer trust what anyone has to say about the surgery, recovery time, etc. Every person is different, and what works for one person may not work for others.
Oh no! That’s so scary. How are you now?
Are you better? Is pain and swelling and stiffness easing up a bit? I know a lot of people who have had this surgery and some were very overweight and not in the best physical shape and they are very happy. Then I read horror stories about people who are in good shape and are not happy! There’s no rhyme or reason to it!
Did they do the quad saving cut on you where they don’t cut into the quad muscles? My knees are so stiff I feel like I’m walking through mud and it hurts to walk. I’m terrified to have surgery.
@@fancyfrancy2244 It's already a year and a half, and I'm no better. Swelling, stiffness, pain----daily occurrences. Never had swollen feet before, but sure do now. Had I known all that I know now (I met so many people at PT who were on their 3rd revision surgery after the initial knee replacement surgery), then I would have never gotten the surgery done. I am looking at mobility scooters since I won't allow any doctor to touch my left knee. Good luck.
Thank you for the warning. I look up a lot of stuff about TKR and it seems a lot of people post about issues after the surgery. May I ask where you live and where you got your surgery?
I am so sorry this happened to you and will be praying for you.
They say around 10% are not successful. When you think about how many people get this surgery, that’s a huge amount.
Did they ever consider you might be allergic to the materials they used?
My husbands cousin is one year out from surgery and she’s miserable. Lots of pain and now her knee is locking up!!!
My 80 year old sister had both knees done at the same time. She did well. So proud of her.
Good for her!
Did she see a psychiatrist later? That's insane.
Hardcore
I did bilateral (BOTH KNEE) TKR in 2022, July. Im 58 yrs old. Im doing well. I'm able to walk up staircase holding railings.
That's really great. I understand the agony she went tru. I had both knee TKR too.
I had my knee replaced 3 years ago at 59 years old. It didn’t go well. At 6 weeks of PT I was at 70 degrees. Went back in for an MUA. At 5 months I was at about 110 degrees. I still at that. I had the best pt in my area. They worked hard. Love them but I never heard of the knee slider. Not from hospital or in home pt either. Wish I had known about that. My issue was I healed to fast. Massive scar tissue build up. Every visit in the first 6 weeks was like starting over. Anyway great video. Wish I had seen you 3 years ago.
I put a pad that you put under furniture, to move your furniture on carpet, under my foot to move back and forth. It really works great!
Great!
Glad to see Bob is back. Thanks for the timely advice, since so many older folks are needing Knee replacements.
PT is mandatory!!! I’ve had both knees replaced. I had an awesome gal w/home healthcare. I will say my knees were the hardest recovery. I have total replacement in both shoulders (1 was a ‘regular’ the other was a reverse).
Right hip and a lumbar laminectomy ( L1-L6 ), one elbow and 2 has no elbow joint. After 8 surgeries we had to remove the replacement. This was after 3 new appliances, 3 spacers, 1 debridement only then 2 options totally remove the appliance or possibly lose the arm. I developed an infection. So after IV antibiotics in the hospital, I continued the IV for 8 weeks at home then 6 months on it orally. And YES I’d do it all again if ever the need arises My advice is follow the Dr’s orders exactly as given to you. Good luck to all. Prayer’s really are heard.
Wow I will never moan about my post TKR knee pain again, what a journey you have been on, what a great attitude, best of luck to you and future good health. 🏴🇬🇧
I fell on the ice at 12 trying to ice skate. I had knee problems after. I had major knee surgery at 19 back in 1976. There was a bad infection that ate away part of my knee cap and a miniscus tear. I finally got it replaced in 2014. My surgeon wanted to hold off on surgery as long as possible. After the surgery, he apologized for not replacing it sooner. It was in horrible shape, he was a bit shocked. Excellent surgeon. I stayed in the hospital for a month to complete PT. It's still great.
I use a furniture moving coaster to do my slides. works great
Im looking at my first TKR next tuesday. Ive been doing quad stretchs and strengthing. I know what im looking at so being an former athlete i know hard work. Im looking forward to starting to live a life without chronic knee pain. I watched my grandpa go through and the results he had.
Thank you Iam 57 bone on bone arthritis and pain so I chose to get TKR. June 2nd 2023 going into my 4th week. Your cookie sheet helped me flexion, u guys are great always thinking outside of the box
Pre knee replacement, my wife had one leg slightly shorter than the other. Post knee replacement, this difference was emphasized, to the point where she now has a 1" lift on shoes for her short leg. It would be nice if you could discuss leg length issues associated with knee replacements.
Same
I have scoliosis and wore 1/4” lift in my right shoe. I asked my surgeon about adjusting my gait and he said that was only possible with a total hip replacement. Post replacement, I no longer need the lift. Eighteen percent of people have a less than perfect outcome. I have knee cap pain and had an ablation that really helped. The knee is like a house of cards, a replacement can affect both ankles, hips and spine.
I had both knees replaced, not a the same time, by a wonderful orthopedic surgeon in Toronto, Canada. I had 12 sessions of physiotherapy on each knee and was ready to go in four months. I play tennis and was ready for that in five months. I am so happy I had the knee replacements. The surgeon gave me back a pain free life and I will be forever grateful to this wonderful man.
I do not believe you.
I had both knees replaced 7 weeks ago in London, ON and it is a life changer. I have started riding my little bike and going for a walk. I did overdo it a couple of days ago so I am resting my knee but should be back at it tomorrow. Thank you Dr. Vasarhelyi a staff.
@deelightandbrite why would someone lie? It is a life changer.
Thank you for all that you do for patients.
Hi Bob and Brad,
I’ve been a follower for years; since you had around 20 followers! I have had Arachnoiditis around 20 years and in January I sprained and broke my ankle and foot. Your back and foot/ankle exercises have REALLY helped me a LOT! I love your videos and so do my family and friends.
I really appreciate you two for helping me and so many others. Thank you!!
Thank you for supporting for so long, we appreciate you!
Moving away from assistive devices too quickly and 'training' a limp is one of the biggest issues I see when working with people after a total knee.
Ok co
Training a limp... Awesome! I couldn't put my foot flat for months, when that ability returned was felt outstanding my flat foot standing!
Yes I have a small limp working on that
Left knee done. Driving after 4 days, 18 holes of golf after 3 weeks, and riding an e-bike 10 miles after 4 weeks. Now at 8 weeks main remaining challenge is rebuilding left leg muscles for steep stair climbing. Made PT a pre-surgery activity and then a 24/7 job after operation. Also focused on proper sleep and diet. Read and studied UA-cam and took a full online course. It all helped! The goal was not just to understand what to do, but more importantly WHY.
legally not allowed to drive on pain meds
@@mr.m325 I stopped using pain meds, other than Tylenol, in three days. I wanted to be able sence enough pain to reasonably determine where the maximum limit was in pushing my range of motion recovery.
I am 3 weeks post-op and like the last tip of not listening to others. I think everyone is different (age, gender, overall health, pre-op fitness level, weight, flexibility...) and will all heal differently. Some of us are used to an activity level pre-surgery which I think makes post-surgery PT easier or harder. I am motivated to get back to my health and activity ASAP and am more aggressive with my own PT. As an example, 3 weeks ago today I had surgery but I am back to indoor rock climbing, rode my bike outside for an hour, and walked 3 miles all this past weekend. My ROM is 116. Maybe I am overdoing it. But as long as my knee isn't stiff or swollen I'm good, right?
I just had my second knee replacement in Germany. Here we get a big cart in hospital for a few days, then graduate to crutches. This time I stayed with crutches for 6 weeks.
We also get a motorized Bewegungsschiene which moves the leg passively.
Here we are in hospital for 5-7 days, or longer depending on your progress.
I had a LKR 22 years ago didnt need Physiotherapy i did all my own excercises i was driving and back at work within 3 months im waiting now for my right knee to be replaced im in the UK
I enjoy doing this exercise. It helps a lot
Thank you I will try those along with my other excerise from my pt who got me thru 4 knee surgeries and now my first replacement. 😂
I haven't been able to get my knees done because I need to lose more weight first. I have to work on straightening my legs in the mean time because I've been seated for too long. It's excruciating, but I've been instructed to hammock (adding weight sometimes) to try to get the leg to straighten again. I've been stuck around 40° but I have a hard time being consistent because it is so painful. I'm hoping that getting nerve blocks in the knees will make it easier to hammock because it's excruciating to do try to extend and then to make it bend again. It's like breaking through a wall each way. So if you are hurting, don't stop moving/walking totally. Your hamstrings will work against you. Even after surgery, I may not be able to walk properly because it's so bad, but I have to warn people so they don't suffer the same problem. Stay moving at all costs, folks!
Good information! I’ll listen to you over and over before my knee replacement in November 😊
You guys are so awesome. I will need to get both knees eventually replaced. The right one has basically deformed itself and I am fully knock kneed on my right leg… left has the same idea but taking its time. I’m wondering when is the best time to get the knees replaced. I can live with the pain now, but, should I? Also, I appreciated prior episodes that suggested how important it is to find the best surgeon. I believe I have done so, (even got confirmation from local PTs who know who is the best) so now it’s just that question of when.
You guys have been very helpful I had my knee replaced in April 2022 had been manipulated 6 weeks later everything seems to be going well other than the fact when he cap doesn't want to move
What about if the knee is swollen? Surely swelling will prevent bending?
That's my problem 😢
Me too!! U can't bend past swollen leg
Excellent video. I loved what you said at the end...Stay Positive. I needed to hear that tonight.
I had to have back to back TKR on my left knee as the first one wasn't done right 😫. My kn dropped when in the 4 position...not to mention that I had nerve damage and muscle damage after. So one year later I had it done again and they put a different size disc in. Still not right...now my knee slides over the top of my tibia 😳 and still all kinds of pain. Prior to these surgeries I had both inside and outside meniscus surgeries....I'm so over knee surgery.....
Keep up the great videos. I'm glad I ran across you guys a few months back
That's a lot to deal with Jan. Is it better now?
OMG, Jan. So over knee surgery, yes, I totally understand why. I am supposed to have the other knee replaced, but, the post surgery experience (the hospital especially), has been so awful, that I don't want to subject myself to more of the same. Good luck and courage to you.
@@fluffdumpling8515 Get a better doctor. It will make a world of difference.
Just purchased the glide. I getting ready for knee replacement in a few months.
Start therapy now
The pain from the tourniquet on my thigh set me back five days couldn’t believe how painful that was.
Had my knees replaced 4 weeks apart. The first knee I was able to perform all the exercises immediately (not necessarily perfectly). For the second knee, the tourniquet “injury” prevented me from performing a simple straight leg lift for about 5 days. So not only do people heal differently, you will probably find that each joint replacement will as well.
Agree! My thigh in the back was so painful and I also had huge swelling of the entire leg for 2 1/2 weeks before it started to resolve.
I had that too. Right after surgery my upper thigh was painful and I didn't know why. My knee was numb as hell. I had a massive bruise from the tourniquet too.
Hi Bob & Brad,
Thank you for your expertise and advice. Your videos are great to watch and have inspired me massively. I had a knee replacement last week and using your videos has helped me so much. My own doctors are already pleased with the range of movement I have so soon.
Keep up the good work.
Kevin
Wishing you the best Bob
You really helped me with this video about knee replacement therapy!!!!! Thank you!!!!!
Im for both knee replacements in a month thank u for this im getting prepared
I had a total knee replacement and didn't even need rehab. My doctor said I was the best of the best and said he really meant it. Then I had my shoulder replaced. The outcome was not so good. I cannot raise my arm too high.
Mine both have to be done. R knee replacement scheduled for 7/31/24. It bc will be TOUGH as I have Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, etc. and am in pain daily anyway, and already on pain meds. My surgeon, primary and PA are working together to ensure I have the best pain management possible, but it will be hell I’m sure. Fingers crossed.
Best of luck!
So helpful!!! Thank you so much🎉
Glad it was helpful!
These are very interesting things to do! I just had a knee replacement August 15th I'm now doing PT and they definitely work hard on us to get that knee to work!! Or should I say get thar knee to bend+
This is my 2nd comment after my right knee replacement surgery on June 8, 2022 . I am doing so much better after 3 mths of knee therapy. I am walking much better without a walker or cane . I did have issues on my lower back & had 2 mths of therapy for the lower back. It will be a year soon . My left knee is just as bad as of my right knee but so far no issues with it yet . I sure don’t want to go through again anytime soon
I had a knee replacement three months ago and I have the other knee booked for replacement in three months. I still get fatigued quickly and have some pain but haven’t had to take anything for it in 2-3 weeks. My question is, what can I do to strengthen both legs at this point, to make my upcoming recovery from surgery as successful as possible? I’ve never been an active person (except for swimming in the summer but of course our pool is closed now). Thanks!
Getting ready to have my knee surgery. Thank you so much for your positive comments. You have relieved some of my worries.
How are you now?
I am going in on Tuesday for knee replacement. Thanks for this video.
I had TKR four weeks ago. Having been through the process with my other knee, I knew to take it easy on the transition from walker to cane to no assistance. For the last couple of days, I have not used the cane, but the cane is nearby. I have it in my truck and wherever I am, just in case I need some support. The deal is to not rush it as the improvements and transitions will happen.
I had a bike under the desk. Can I exercise with the bike? Thanks !
Thank you guys! 🐞🐾😊
Our pleasure!
Thank you guy’s you are Super indeed I went to surgery on my right knee 10 month ago and, as you mention people starts, wow it is taking so long for you to turn lose the walking 🚶 cane 🦯. It only took me a month, I decide to close up my ears and just follow my feeling’s of how much I trust myself to walk hands free 🆓 from the walking cane, and I am handling quiet okay, it is getting close to that moment that I will turn lose the walking cane, but on May is coming the next surgery the left knee😱
I did both of my knees same time, in hospital 2 days. walking and back at work in 5 weeks. great PT folks to work with.
Good for you!
You're lucky !
That must have been really hard for you.
I thought one knee op was bad enough.
I don't think they will do 2 at the same time in the UK.
Now I have to wait to get my other one done.
Waited 2 yrs for my 1st one.
Thank you!!!
Day 11 for LKTR. Getting better, THANKS for the knee glide tip. Great idea, ordering one now.
Glad to hear it! Best of luck!
Love your show. I’m 49 and I’m seeing pain going down stairs sometimes sometimes very painful. I also have weakness going down stairs and most times go down sideways or very slow. Any suggestions I don’t know when to look into surgery. Thanks
Thanks guys ❤
I wish I could get a knee replacement but I have lymphedema and it began after I had ablation surgery with my legs so I fear any other trauma would make it worse, and I'm already at the worst stage.
Well next month I'm going to get a knee replacement on my right knee so I appreciate both of you guys for being there and kind of talking a little bit about it because I don't know what's going to happen the right knee is starting to bowl and I walk one foot at a time up the steps for 4 to 5 years for me it doesn't seem to be an easy thing hopefully I'll walk better take care of guys
Mike talk to a dr about injections or anything before having this very serious surgery, had mine and in constant paint every sense ! I've talked to a lot of people, including medical folks, and believe the success rate on knee replacement is like 50% !
I am 4 years out from knee replacement. I have done PT with 3 different therapists over the 4 years. I even had CPM machine early on because I couldn't lift my leg after surgery for over a month? My knee swells visibly every week or 2 to the point where I have to use 2 crutches to get around. I've seen lymphedema specialist who says I do not have lymphedema. I've seen rheumatologist who cannot find any autoimmune cause. I have had MRI multiple X-rays bone scan. Only positive finding is nickel allergy but most ortho docs don't believe nickel allergy is problematic. I am scheduled for revision in June 2023 but I am hoping things will not get even worse
I'm loving this video. I so badly need a knee replacement. I'm in agony but there's such a long waiting list in UK that I'm going back to my home in South Africa for my op, privately. I will watch this again.
People from abroad are the reason why we have long waiting lists.
@@kingsmead646 it's because the nurses are striking. I am British.
I had one that went fine in 2011. In 2021 I ended up with posterior tibial nerve damage which caused partial foot drop. I now have a brace. It led to spinal eval and fusion and I am still going thru phys therapy. Circulation and any muscular issues really need eval BEFORE surgery. I now have an indentation in my leg where it was secured to table and had a DVT in that spot diagnosed 6mos after the replacement. I guess I was in that 5%. I am now going to transition to wm water pool therapy. It has not been fun but I would never encourage people not to do it.
Bob & Brad… I’m sooo disappointed with myself. I done nothing I was supposed to do after my TKR surgery 3 years as far as rehab. I think I’m stuck with the range of motion I have for life now. Is there any thing I can do to get my range of motion after 3 years?
Day after total knee replacement for me. Yesterday, i had more range of motion and less pain than today. Hoping it's just a pain management issue as im getting bad cramps when doing knee bends.
Thanks guys! I am having my left knee replaced 11/29/2023. I will keep your tips in mind during my recovery. I look forward to feeling better again. Happy Thanksgiving.
Sounds great! Have a happy Thanksgiving as well!
I' m in the hospital now had my 1st knee surgery the 7th of February 2024 i have done everything that they wanted me to do and my knee got worse after 7 days at the end of the 7 days i still couldn't lift my leg or move it side to side I transferred to a different hospital with a better rehab department in 2 days i can move my leg side to side great next i need to be able to lift my leg on my own probably tomorrow also my knee after surgery was swollen the same as my thigh was in horrible pain from the pressure.. today is February 15th 5:15 pm the new hospital gave me an ice machine for my knee took down the swelling almost in half first 24 hours in next 48 hours i hope i will be able to walk more than 5 feet and be able to put my wieght on my new knee........ Do your back ground on the hospitals rehab department not just on the doctor you will be with p.t. for much longer know if they have a good rep. Or not with people and have good and great results
Very good point, we always want you in the best hands.
Here’s what I know for sure about having both knees replaced and being successful.
Carefully select a physician or hospital to perform the procedure. In my case, I had both knees done at the mayo clinic in Phoenix, Arizona.
The second most important thing is to carefully select a physical therapist that you are comfortable with. Their job is to rehab you, which may entail a great deal of pain on your part. Take your meds before you go to physical therapy and do the work. Without it, your physician’s work will never be fully realized.
The third most important thing is to have a supportive partner or friend help you. Trying to go it alone or alienating those around you is a losing proposition.
Lastly, be reasonable about your expectations. Your God created joint is no more. You have a prosthetic device in your body that does its best to simulate the original joint, but they are not the same. Keep your expectations realistic. This will dampen the disappointment that many people feel after undergoing the procedure. I am three years out of having both knees replaced at different times and it was the best decision I ever made. I have been suffering with knee problems since I was 14 years old and I am now 61 years old. For me, this was a huge leap forward in mobility and pain management.
Hi, Getting my knee replaced in a few months. Hoping to be as prepared as possible so have a question for you... what do you think about using an electric muscle massager like AUVON Dual Channel TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator Machine to help with pain management?
It was really very fun plus a lot of learning too.....🙈✨
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Im having TKR in December and started doing the exact kind of exercises you discuss in this video twice a day every day up to the date of surgery. I also have a recumbent bike and wonder if you suggest i ALSO use it daily before surgery? I also wonder where you get those knee glide machines you demod in this video. Love your videos . Be well, Bob.
I have a recumbent. It’s there so you may as well use it. Certainly won’t do any harm, and if will keep the tendons and ligaments moving and stretched properly.
Hello. Just saw this video today. I’m 5 weeks out post surgery and the best I’ve been able to do is 80 degrees on the knee bend. There’s still a little swelling around the knee which makes it tight and harder to bend. Any advice?
I’m at two months post TKR on the 24th. I was sent home 4 hours after I came out of surgery and was allowed 8 covered physio sessions, one of which was an assessment. Doing everything I’m supposed to do but, still have incredibly painful swelling from my ankle to the whole thigh. The meds I’m on are supposed to help with the swelling but after standing or sitting for even five minutes, it becomes difficult to stand and get moving and you can see my whole foot is more than double its size. I can’t even put the weight band around it and velcro it on or shoes for that matter.This is starting to get the better of me and not helping me forget waking up during surgery to hear the drilling, hammering and sawing. I know we all heal differently but, this is way more than I imagined. Is swelling normal at two months?
It sounds as though you were rushed through this whole procedure including the post op PT. Personally I would go to your doctor and see if there's a DVT somewhere in your leg I would also ask to be referred somewhere else. I would also get help from your doctor to manage your pain. I'm 5 weeks post TKR surgery which I had done at the Orthopaedic Hospital and following the PT advice. There's lots of good PT video's on UA-cam. I hope you seek advice and have a better recovery. Best wishes. Denise
Wow, I'm so impressed. I'm 5 weeks out, and my knee will not straighten, and my flex is 99 on a good day. My doctor wants to put me under for manipulation, and then intense PT. I had/have a lot of swelling and it feels like a band around my knee keeps me from bending a straightening. Should I have the manipulation now or wait???
I enjoy your videos and follow the exercises. I hadTKR 5weeks ago. I have been doing PT since then. But ROM is only 85 so far and not going more. Inam walking good, can seat, and do most of the things. Should I worry about ROM being not 120 ? I will keep on trying and do all my exercises for a long time . What is your advise for ROM and how it will affect my life if it does not increase. I am 75 years old.
My PT told me he'd never seen anyone heal as fast as me. I had 120° bend on week 2. My PA told me, @ my 2nd appt, that they didnt need to c me for a year. I'm 6 weeks out - no cane. Three weeks PT in my home. It is my 2nd replacement on this knee. I'm 69 yrs old, & over-weight @ 160lbs.
My tkrs are over ten years old . I still walk easily, no limping or discomfort. My surgeon has said that my recovery was superior, better than some very athletic people.( I was over 60 and overweight.) I did exercise with resistance equipment at my gym 3 times a week for 3 years before having the 1st surgery. After a couple of months I was back at the gym instead of p.t. I was faithful about going to p.t. and doing the homework. My p.t. may be different from others b/c it included water workouts and "land" work as well. Within a month I kept forgetting to pick up my cane and had to go find where it had been left. Also I couldn't keep the prescription drugs down and got by with plain acetaminophen. I truly appreciate my medical and p.t. Teams.
I just had a right total knee replacement surgery on Thursday. I am doing good but it hurts when I put my knee on my high bed down to the floor& can’t lift the leg on my bed . My husband is helping me with lifting & putting down on the floor, My therapy begins on Monday
It took me 3- 4 weeks before I could lift my leg onto the bed by myself ! I used a towel under my foot and lifted it with the towel ! It worked well
Had 1 knee never replaced 4 years ago this past Feb. Have not been able to walk since. Was to have second knee done when first one healed but it never did and have lost 4 years of my life over it and not been able to walk or even go outside. Had no pain.
What is the best knee IYHO product. Im looking at a double, ortho feels real good about microport. Opinions?
I'm sitting here listening and reading the comments- I'm bone on bone an did everything to avoid replacement -I'm a young 61 and I'm petrified that something is going to go wrong with my upcoming surgery idk what to do but I want my life back
My hubby swears by using the cyro cuff cooler and cycling on his stationary bike during his recovery! 👍🏻
Where do I get one of those knee guards. Getting to have a knee replacement myself
How do you get rid of the popping when you straighten the knee?
Could you give advice exercises for 3 + years after knee replacement and what exercises not to do. Thank you.
I am From South Africa . I had a knee replacement 1 year ago. Was admitted 1day had replacement that afternoon ad went home the following day and with crutches. Walked month later without crutches
I was on walker 3 months before I could go to cane.Getting the TKR was best thing I did
I had both knees replaced in 1990, then again in 2012. I'm doing good but one stayed crooked , I walk and the knee goes outward , no pain at all.
Then I had a hip replacement.