I am not sure how I found your channel but am so glad I did! I am about 10 wks po and have gotten a lot of good information and encouragement about my recovery from you. Thank you so much for all this great information!
For some positive feedback, I'm 6 months our of my second TKR and recently had a big improvement. This arose I think because I watched Tonys' video on active v passive exercise. Rather than using a belt to pull the knee I then focused on using my leg muscles instead. We all get stuck on the idea of 6 weeks to gain flexion, and that's a good carrot to encourage us to exercise in the early stages ~ but improvement does happen past that date ! If you can get 117 degrees during exercise you must get at least 120 degrees later as things settle down. Great work Tony, your videos helped me through the hard times with both knees !
The best, most wise, most instructional, most human, most clever, most clearly understandable videos regarding recovering total knee replacement. As a medical doctor with 48 years experience I am really impressed. I am recovering after knee replacement now for 2 months. Great guy to listen to👍👍
Tony , Thank you for all the great information,I’m frustrated because I’m at 109 & 105 on flexión at 9 weeks post surgery.! I did a double knee replacement and working hard at my exercises……
I just asked this question of myself yesterday after my PT session. I am almost 6 weeks post surgery and my flexion without support is 90. With support during my PT session got to 95. Then after I left my PT appointment my knee started to get very stiff and I felt like I was back to square one. Thank you so much for this timeless explanation. I can continue with my therapy with so much more confidence. Love your videos!
@@totaltherapysolutions you have provided incredible advice for someone who has experienced knee pain more than a year after TKR but is finally on the road to pain free movement. I thank you and the great PTs I have here in WI.
This question sounds like a phrase that I have used many times! I am just at 7 weeks post-op. 57 year old guy in good shape. Do therapy sessions and home exercise, 3 1/2 plus mile walks and 7 miles on the spin bike in 30-35 minutes. But yes, 5 minutes later stiffness kicks in big time. It’s been VERY disappointing. My therapist says it’s not uncommon and not to get too concerned. This video and question helps to know that it isn’t just me or my progression. Thank you! By the way, I am at 117’ of flexion as well. Bill
I'm on 7 months po...you will not believe how your information and demonstrations have helped. Thanks so much. I'm 77 yrs old...advancing everyday...I keep riding my tri-bike, exercising my ROM...ice and elevate occasionally..tks for your help.
If there’s one thing I learned from you Tony is that the roller coaster ride to recovery is real. I’m at 13 weeks. Back since my 6th week post op to teaching full 1 hour Zumba classes twice a week and it’s with THAT expectation I will swell and expect pain yet again. Always moving in the right direction. Regardless of a day or two set back each week. And my experience is MY OWN! Not to be compared with anyone else’s.
Had TKR 9-6-2023. In PT I get 115 degrees but at my 6 week follow-up it was 110. The surgeon didn't seem concerned but I cried. I do exercises and flexion with a strap until I can't then hold it. I'm frustrated. I do stairs, walking etc. without any problem. No real pain. I'm think out getting silicone cups to lift the skin and see it that helps. I use a massage gun and it helps but goes right back.
My knee flexion has reduced to 65 degrees with a v stiff knee. I am 5 months post surgery and had mistakenly reduced the exercises as I thought walking and general daily use was enough. I returned to physio for a check up and disappointed to find my knee flexion regressed from 95 degrees to 65. 😢. I’m now back doing specific exercises 3 times daily and pain relief as my joint is swollen and painful. I hadn’t appreciated I’d need to do exercises for upto 12 months plus post surgery. I look after my two horses and thought this would be enough exercise. So I warn those of you post surgery to keep going with physio and not end up like me. I’m finding it harder than before. I have my next physio assessment in 3 weeks.
I am day 4po and I feel behind compared to my first knee…where I was 90 on day 1….. now I am 85 flexion. Thanks for posting and explaining this healing process.
On my 5 week since TKR, extention is straight and flexion today is at 130°...but after PT always get stiff....everyday is better then the prior day... Thanks for the videos..
Thank you so much for such informative videos. I had my left knee surgery and all your informations Helped me a lot. Am going for my right knee replacement in April. My recovery was good by following your advice. Really appreciate 🙏🙏
My Flexion ranged from 110 degrees to 132 degrees..I understand the Bench Mark was 120 degrees according to my therapist...The only time that my Flexion goes above 120 degrees to around 110 degrees when fluid builds around my knee...It was at that point...my therapist would take it easy during my next session.
That is wonderful keep trucking on it gets better..I have been able to reach 120 and further for a few weeks in therapy and then I go to my doctor appointment and I can barley get the 120..so I started upping my work outs to include wall side and stretching laying on my stomach with a belt around my ankle and pulling it back and it help a ton..at 10 weeks I was ale to pull my leg back on my own and hold it and I was at 130° about blew my therapist and myself away..as of the end of this month I will be 12 weeks post op.. my 7th week was also a bad week for myself pain swelling i even cried at therapy so hang in there my friend it truly gets better..
6 1/2 weeks post op just 90° but still on crutches due to thigh muscle being weak am so glad I found your channel I have had so much conflicting information was really stressed thank you - you have calmed my stress
@saharserhan3454 hi, yes, I am now walking. It took 6 months on crutches and then walking stick, but now I have been walking since September 22 with no support and back to work - very long process to be honest not going to get my other one done for a while I was so unprepared and the surgeon was in too much of a hurry to get it done but I can now 0 ° straight and 120° + bent so thrilled still get some pain and struggle with stairs sometimes but getting there 7th march has been done 1 year looking forward to better times
I broke my femur in December and still only get 30 degrees flexion, had MUA gained a little more, under anesthesia my surgeon said I got a full range of motion, I have been using a passive motion machine, if I don't gain flexion on that, then further surgery is required.
I am 4+ months post op and knee reverts to 90 degrees and has had for months. When I am in pt it only goes to 100 degrees. My therapist says she doesn't know how she can help me. My Ortho says maybe they might have to do arthroscopic surgery (assuming it is scar tissue) but she said if it is scar tissue it will probably just grow back. I am at a loss as what to do.
I just saw your video for the first time. I had a knee injury almost 2 years ago. Seriously been lacking range of motion. I did PT for 6 months with little improvement. My Doctor pretty much said it was as good as it was going to get and so he ordered me an FCE. After the FCE I got me a second opinion. my new doctor did a minor surgery and cleaned out the scar tissue and put me back into physical therapy but after seven weeks like the guy in your video said I haven’t had much improvement. My doctor now has ordered me to wear a Dynasplint. What is your opinion on this Dynasplint and do you think it would help?
I was just crying about this same thing this morning. I get stiff after each time. 2 1/2 months surgery and 3 weeks from knee manipulation. PT I got 122 and at home barely 90.
Thank you for your help . I have a question about swelling and pain I am having after 3 months. My knee is hot and swollen and it comes and goes. Is that normal?
Thank you Tony. Your videos are educational. I am 10 weeks today post bilateral TKR. Today I cried for the first time today during flexion at PT as it hurt a lot. I'm scared to continue, but know that it's necessary. How do I best prepare myself for this pain? I saw your video on using the strap lying on my tummy. He plans to keep me on my tummy after today as he gets less resistance from me. How do I prepare for bilateral pain? Thank you.
It is 6 weeks after my TKR. I am feeling so bad because my therapist is very dissapointed because my knee can only bend 45 degrees. Thank you for your videos and info. I like the exercise where you lay down on your back with legs on couch. Will try that one. Will squats strengthen the muscles also?
Hello! I have almost the same knee reaction to the writer I am almost 4 weeks post Total knee replacement Left knee, and same my last PT session yesterday ROM was 102 then back at home right about an hour back to stiff and maybe i would say 90, I want to listen to your explanation but on my own condition I am hoping my knee reaction is ok? thank you if you happen to see my writing have a nice day I always watch your videos
I am 5 months post op. I go to physical therapy twice a week. And I am very consistent with keeping up with it at home. I have not gotten beyond 90°. My physical therapist just informed me that It’s not going to get any better. My surgeon said my bones are too small for MUA. I’m more soft now than before surgery. Any suggestions or advice on what I can do? This is not acceptable at all.
WHAT??? That is crazy. I can't tell you what to do, but I can tell you that our body is always changing. Take some time off, allow yourself to recover. Sometimes I find that patients are doing too much and need to take 48-72 off of their exercises, then go back and see if there is any difference.
*I'm 3 months recovering after TNR and my OP leg is almost 1 inch longer. I'm going to see about getting a heel lift but I'm so mad that they were that far off. I did the MRI and CRT right before the surgery and I'm still in so much pain because I am so off-balanced from my leg being so long. I feel better wearing one shoe and alot of the pain goes away.* *Can anyone tell me what to do if "THEY" went through the same thing? Please don't respond if you have not had this.* 🙄
Have you had a hip replacement as well? Sometimes a hip replacement can change the length of your leg but a knee replacement won't change the length of your leg. I've had both knees replaced.
@@katrinabryant9873 *It's not as common as the hip but LLD can happen from total knee replacements also. Mine is already confirmed by another surgeon to be from the knee.*
Hallo Tony, thank you for your helpful videos ! I am 6 month po TKR. I have at the beginning PT session 80 degrees, and after these 90 degrees flexion. My PT massaged the scar and hamstring before she push my knee bend. But I am frustrated, I have Arthrofibroses. Two days in Week I go to gym. About a few days I have between the mittle of shinbone and ancle swelling and red hot skin. Is that normal ? Greatings from spring Germany :-)
I’m nearly over a year post op, and my right knee is doing great… 125 degrees of flection, no pain no stiffness. The left however, seems stuck at 115 and there is often stiffness. At this point in the game, is there ANY hope of gaining additional flection, or am I just stuck with what I’ve go now???
Tony I’m six months after surgery . I still have pain while walking fast so I walk slow . I’m frustrated. How many months more do I have to bear this pain ? Is it ok if I pop in a pill once in a while yo reduce my pain ? Thank u so much . I love your informative videos 🙏
@@totaltherapysolutions it’s better some times tony . Other times when I do hard work or standing longer I get a lot of pain . I guess for me it may take a year . Presently I do take a pain reliever once in a day or once in two days . That makes my movement easier . Thank you tony 🙏
I am curious if you have any videos on PKR (partial knee replacement). Specifically a patella femoral replacement. I am having difficulty gaining extension 5 weeks post op. I have not had any improvement in bend for the last 4 weeks. Any suggestions for stretching etc?
I'm a year and a half after a total knee replacement on my right knee, and my hold leg is still swollen from the surgery, and it feel heavy and hurt. What can I do?
I’m six months in and stuck at 105 and 5 degrees on extension. Trying laser therapy to break up scar tissue. Seems to help a bit I worked very hard in PT with a lot of pain what’s wrong with me?
I am 9 weeks post Total Knee Replacement, today, 4/23. My question is: Why does my surgical knee always look a pale shade of reddish purple, worse after I exercise? Is this normal?
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I am not sure how I found your channel but am so glad I did! I am about 10 wks po and have gotten a lot of good information and encouragement about my recovery from you. Thank you so much for all this great information!
Thanks so much for the kind words and subscribing to the channel. Your support is greatly appreciated.
So helpful. Made me feel so much better about where I am in this long walk back.
For some positive feedback, I'm 6 months our of my second TKR and recently had a big improvement. This arose I think because I watched Tonys' video on active v passive exercise. Rather than using a belt to pull the knee I then focused on using my leg muscles instead. We all get stuck on the idea of 6 weeks to gain flexion, and that's a good carrot to encourage us to exercise in the early stages ~ but improvement does happen past that date ! If you can get 117 degrees during exercise you must get at least 120 degrees later as things settle down. Great work Tony, your videos helped me through the hard times with both knees !
The best, most wise, most instructional, most human, most clever, most clearly understandable videos regarding recovering total knee replacement. As a medical doctor with 48 years experience I am really impressed. I am recovering after knee replacement now for 2 months. Great guy to listen to👍👍
Tony , Thank you for all the great information,I’m frustrated because I’m at 109 & 105 on flexión at 9 weeks post surgery.! I did a double knee replacement and working hard at my exercises……
“Know that it’s there” …These are truly encouraging words! Thank you for this information. ❤️❤️🩹I had this exact same question. 🙋♀️
Thanks Tonny
I just asked this question of myself yesterday after my PT session. I am almost 6 weeks post surgery and my flexion without support is 90. With support during my PT session got to 95. Then after I left my PT appointment my knee started to get very stiff and I felt like I was back to square one. Thank you so much for this timeless explanation. I can continue with my therapy with so much more confidence. Love your videos!
You’re such a great PT.
Thanks! You are such a great subscriber!
@@totaltherapysolutions you have provided incredible advice for someone who has experienced knee pain more than a year after TKR but is finally on the road to pain free movement. I thank you and the great PTs I have here in WI.
This question sounds like a phrase that I have used many times! I am just at 7 weeks post-op. 57 year old guy in good shape.
Do therapy sessions and home exercise, 3 1/2 plus mile walks and 7 miles on the spin bike in 30-35 minutes.
But yes, 5 minutes later stiffness kicks in big time. It’s been VERY disappointing. My therapist says it’s not uncommon and not to get too concerned.
This video and question helps to know that it isn’t just me or my progression.
Thank you!
By the way, I am at 117’ of flexion as well.
Bill
You are a blessing. You have helped me so much.
I'm on 7 months po...you will not believe how your information and demonstrations have helped. Thanks so much. I'm 77 yrs old...advancing everyday...I keep riding my tri-bike, exercising my ROM...ice and elevate occasionally..tks for your help.
If there’s one thing I learned from you Tony is that the roller coaster ride to recovery is real.
I’m at 13 weeks. Back since my 6th week post op to teaching full 1 hour Zumba classes twice a week and it’s with THAT expectation I will swell and expect pain yet again. Always moving in the right direction. Regardless of a day or two set back each week.
And my experience is MY OWN! Not to be compared with anyone else’s.
Had TKR 9-6-2023. In PT I get 115 degrees but at my 6 week follow-up it was 110. The surgeon didn't seem concerned but I cried. I do exercises and flexion with a strap until I can't then hold it. I'm frustrated. I do stairs, walking etc. without any problem. No real pain. I'm think out getting silicone cups to lift the skin and see it that helps. I use a massage gun and it helps but goes right back.
I had much better flexion after my therapist massaged the hamstrings. It hurt so good and helped a lot.
Awesome! I am so glad you have someone working on your leg like that. Keep it up!
I’m at 13 weeks and I’m at 110 with encouragement…wish I was at 117 at 7 weeks! Way to go!
My knee flexion has reduced to 65 degrees with a v stiff knee. I am 5 months post surgery and had mistakenly reduced the exercises as I thought walking and general daily use was enough. I returned to physio for a check up and disappointed to find my knee flexion regressed from 95 degrees to 65. 😢. I’m now back doing specific exercises 3 times daily and pain relief as my joint is swollen and painful. I hadn’t appreciated I’d need to do exercises for upto 12 months plus post surgery. I look after my two horses and thought this would be enough exercise.
So I warn those of you post surgery to keep going with physio and not end up like me. I’m finding it harder than before. I have my next physio assessment in 3 weeks.
I am day 4po and I feel behind compared to my first knee…where I was 90 on day 1….. now I am 85 flexion.
Thanks for posting and explaining this healing process.
On my 5 week since TKR, extention is straight and flexion today is at 130°...but after PT always get stiff....everyday is better then the prior day...
Thanks for the videos..
That sounds great. As long as you feel better the next day, getting stiff the same night as PT is pretty common.
Thank you. Now I understand. I feel like that as well. God Bless You
I’m at 11 weeks and really appreciate your video 👍
Thank you so much for such informative videos.
I had my left knee surgery and all your informations
Helped me a lot.
Am going for my right knee replacement in April.
My recovery was good by following your advice.
Really appreciate 🙏🙏
My Flexion ranged from 110 degrees to 132 degrees..I understand the Bench Mark was 120 degrees according to my therapist...The only time that my Flexion goes above 120 degrees to around 110 degrees when fluid builds around my knee...It was at that point...my therapist would take it easy during my next session.
That is wonderful keep trucking on it gets better..I have been able to reach 120 and further for a few weeks in therapy and then I go to my doctor appointment and I can barley get the 120..so I started upping my work outs to include wall side and stretching laying on my stomach with a belt around my ankle and pulling it back and it help a ton..at 10 weeks I was ale to pull my leg back on my own and hold it and I was at 130° about blew my therapist and myself away..as of the end of this month I will be 12 weeks post op.. my 7th week was also a bad week for myself pain swelling i even cried at therapy so hang in there my friend it truly gets better..
6 1/2 weeks post op just 90° but still on crutches due to thigh muscle being weak am so glad I found your channel I have had so much conflicting information was really stressed thank you - you have calmed my stress
Hey how are you doing now? Did you reach full flexion??
@saharserhan3454 hi, yes, I am now walking. It took 6 months on crutches and then walking stick, but now I have been walking since September 22 with no support and back to work - very long process to be honest not going to get my other one done for a while I was so unprepared and the surgeon was in too much of a hurry to get it done but I can now 0 ° straight and 120° + bent so thrilled still get some pain and struggle with stairs sometimes but getting there 7th march has been done 1 year looking forward to better times
Good for you👍🏻
When on blood thinners what should my PT be careful regarding hematoma s?
I broke my femur in December and still only get 30 degrees flexion, had MUA gained a little more, under anesthesia my surgeon said I got a full range of motion, I have been using a passive motion machine, if I don't gain flexion on that, then further surgery is required.
can you tell me the brand for the Roller Ball masage
thanks
I am 4+ months post op and knee reverts to 90 degrees and has had for months. When I am in pt it only goes to 100 degrees. My therapist says she doesn't know how she can help me. My Ortho says maybe they might have to do arthroscopic surgery (assuming it is scar tissue) but she said if it is scar tissue it will probably just grow back. I am at a loss as what to do.
I just saw your video for the first time. I had a knee injury almost 2 years ago. Seriously been lacking range of motion. I did PT for 6 months with little improvement. My Doctor pretty much said it was as good as it was going to get and so he ordered me an FCE. After the FCE I got me a second opinion. my new doctor did a minor surgery and cleaned out the scar tissue and put me back into physical therapy but after seven weeks like the guy in your video said I haven’t had much improvement. My doctor now has ordered me to wear a Dynasplint. What is your opinion on this Dynasplint and do you think it would help?
I was just crying about this same thing this morning. I get stiff after each time. 2 1/2 months surgery and 3 weeks from knee manipulation. PT I got 122 and at home barely 90.
Wow! 122 is great. I realize the 90-deg is frustrating but as I mentioned in the video, just know that the ROM is there. It will get better.
Thank you for your help . I have a question about swelling and pain I am having after 3 months. My knee is hot and swollen and it comes and goes. Is that normal?
Yes, very normal. I bet if you asked that question in our Facebook group even those people who are doing really well are experiencing this.
You are so calming for me. I have been watching your videos and I have received more info from that than I have from my Dr. Bless you.
Mine is still swollen and achy at 5 months. I am at 112 rom but after PT about 90 rom only because of swelling
Thank you Tony. Your videos are educational. I am 10 weeks today post bilateral TKR. Today I cried for the first time today during flexion at PT as it hurt a lot. I'm scared to continue, but know that it's necessary. How do I best prepare myself for this pain? I saw your video on using the strap lying on my tummy. He plans to keep me on my tummy after today as he gets less resistance from me. How do I prepare for bilateral pain? Thank you.
It is 6 weeks after my TKR. I am feeling so bad because my therapist is very dissapointed because my knee can only bend 45 degrees. Thank you for your videos and info. I like the exercise where you lay down on your back with legs on couch. Will try that one. Will squats strengthen the muscles also?
I am 4 month post op. My knee gets to 112 * with help but once rehab is over I swell up for 2 days and have throbbing pain at night. Help.
Hello! I have almost the same knee reaction to the writer I am almost 4 weeks post Total knee replacement Left knee, and same my last PT session yesterday ROM was 102 then back at home right about an hour back to stiff and maybe i would say 90, I want to listen to your explanation but on my own condition I am hoping my knee reaction is ok? thank you if you happen to see my writing have a nice day I always watch your videos
I am 5 months post op. I go to physical therapy twice a week. And I am very consistent with keeping up with it at home. I have not gotten beyond 90°. My physical therapist just informed me that It’s not going to get any better. My surgeon said my bones are too small for MUA. I’m more soft now than before surgery. Any suggestions or advice on what I can do? This is not acceptable at all.
WHAT??? That is crazy. I can't tell you what to do, but I can tell you that our body is always changing. Take some time off, allow yourself to recover. Sometimes I find that patients are doing too much and need to take 48-72 off of their exercises, then go back and see if there is any difference.
i also was not happy at that stage with the range of motion. but i gained still a lot after 6 months. hope it helps.
*I'm 3 months recovering after TNR and my OP leg is almost 1 inch longer. I'm going to see about getting a heel lift but I'm so mad that they were that far off. I did the MRI and CRT right before the surgery and I'm still in so much pain because I am so off-balanced from my leg being so long. I feel better wearing one shoe and alot of the pain goes away.*
*Can anyone tell me what to do if "THEY" went through the same thing? Please don't respond if you have not had this.* 🙄
Have you had a hip replacement as well? Sometimes a hip replacement can change the length of your leg but a knee replacement won't change the length of your leg. I've had both knees replaced.
@@katrinabryant9873 *It's not as common as the hip but LLD can happen from total knee replacements also. Mine is already confirmed by another surgeon to be from the knee.*
@@ftswarbill Very sorry to hear that. I hope you are doing better now. ☺
Hallo Tony, thank you for your helpful videos !
I am 6 month po TKR. I have at the beginning PT session 80 degrees, and after these 90 degrees flexion. My PT massaged the scar and hamstring before she push my knee bend. But I am frustrated,
I have Arthrofibroses.
Two days in Week I go to gym. About a few days I have between the mittle of shinbone and ancle swelling and red hot skin. Is that normal ?
Greatings from spring Germany :-)
I’m nearly over a year post op, and my right knee is doing great… 125 degrees of flection, no pain no stiffness. The left however, seems stuck at 115 and there is often stiffness. At this point in the game, is there ANY hope of gaining additional flection, or am I just stuck with what I’ve go now???
Can you post a video on Recovery from Tibial Plateau surgery
Tony I’m six months after surgery . I still have pain while walking fast so I walk slow . I’m frustrated. How many months more do I have to bear this pain ? Is it ok if I pop in a pill once in a while yo reduce my pain ? Thank u so much . I love your informative videos 🙏
Hi Bharathi, sorry to hear this frustration. Is the pain any better or different than it was before surgery?
@@totaltherapysolutions it’s better some times tony . Other times when I do hard work or standing longer I get a lot of pain . I guess for me it may take a year . Presently I do take a pain reliever once in a day or once in two days . That makes my movement easier . Thank you tony 🙏
I am curious if you have any videos on PKR (partial knee replacement). Specifically a patella femoral replacement. I am having difficulty gaining extension 5 weeks post op. I have not had any improvement in bend for the last 4 weeks. Any suggestions for stretching etc?
Do you have any advice for recovering from a tibial plateau fracture? Trying to get back to walking.
I'm a year and a half after a total knee replacement on my right knee, and my hold leg is still swollen from the surgery, and it feel heavy and hurt. What can I do?
10 wks & I still get so stiff like cement. It's so frustrating
I’m six months in and stuck at 105 and 5 degrees on extension. Trying laser therapy to break up scar tissue. Seems to help a bit I worked very hard in PT with a lot of pain what’s wrong with me?
I am 9 weeks post Total Knee Replacement, today, 4/23. My question is: Why does my surgical knee always look a pale shade of reddish purple, worse after I exercise? Is this normal?
I get to 125 after five weeks but have to work it everyday, and it’s painful