5 Habits to Stop After Knee Replacement

[@pattybarrett6663]

I'm 10 weeks out with TKR. I am a nurse and going back to work half days to start. I will wear my thigh-high compression stockings. I was very active before, but now I'm just trying to push myself to get more active. I used to compare myself to other people, but I know I'm in a race against myself. The first few weeks of recovery was the hardest, and I was in such a pitty party. But I have found it does get better little by little.

[@NU2UTX]

I am a nurse, too. The recovery was harder than I had expected. I had to have PT to get full extension. Luckily I had retired. Nursing can be a very physical profession! I wish you well!

[@docsays]

10 wks post op as well. Been a slow recovery

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and sharing... 10 weeks is still relatively early since your surgery. You will continue to see slow improvements for the next number of months. Consistency beats intensity. Build good habits and the healing and recovery will take care of itself.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It definitely takes time but with consistency and good habits you will see the payoff of your hard work and going through the struggle of rehabbing after surgery

[@becotricic1454]

I did knee replacement 9 weeks ago and is getting better but at night it has burning feeling inside the knee and it won't let me sleep. I am assuming it is healing. Is there something to do to help with that? Good luck with you recovery.

[@emmagordon3394]

I had knee replacement surgery in September, 2022. I subscribed to your videos today, and I feel like I've found a new friend. I appreciate you tremendously! I am coping with scar tissue build up impacting my mobility. You touched upon all of my unhealthy habits, especially comparing myself to others. I look forward to watching. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and subscribing! I'm am very happy you found this video helpful and I hope you find the other videos helpful, too!

[@allisonleverton5510]

I had a tkr sept last year too. Good luck with your recovery. Mine is slow and difficult 🙄

[@carolc6364]

For me the most important is to not compare my recovery with anyone else. Just as we are all individuals so are our knees!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Yes, absolutely agree! Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@marybyrnebyrne2360]

Yes thats true

[@moakley67]

Man, this hits home! I'm terrible about that.

[@fahrgast237]

On day 4, I was scanning videos of people on their day 4, to see how bruised they are, what they are saying their pain level is at, etc. human nature is hard to go against.

[@petepongrac5467]

Good advice to all!! Get the flexibility and strength back asap. Push the exercises and recovery. I'm 68, and now play hardcore tennis for 2 hours every other day, cycle 70km every day, row 10,000 meters every other day, weights every other day, swim 2kms every day, and hike 3 times a week from 5-10 kms, sometimes 15-20 kms. No issues for 3 years. Prior to total replacement of both my knees, 2 months apart, I was very bowlegged, bone on bone, couldn't go down the stairs, very achy knees every day, and could only walk short distances. I could cycle, so I stayed strong up to my surgery, which made my recovery from surgery very quick.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and sharing your experience! It sounds like you are killing it and doing great after your surgeries. I appreciate the motivation for other knee replacement recipients to understand what is still possible after knee replacement surgery.

[@petepongrac5467]

@Knee Replacement Therapists Thank you. To be honest, my surgeon actually discouraged me from doing this much. He knew I was athletic, so I'm thinking he really didn't know what these replacements are capable of. I wish I had been coached better from the beginning. But by who? I do everything on my own, I know my body and take it from there. What are my limits? I feel I can go harder, especially in tennis and cycling, but I hold back. All good. I'm happy. 🙏

[@jojolouis]

That's great Pete!! Are you not worried that you'll shorten the life span of your knee like that?

[@petepongrac5467]

@jojolouis You know, I am, but nobody seems to know. So i don't worry about it too much. If I wear out my knee wear pads, I can get new ones installed. Like a brake job. 👍

[@stevenbathory3706]

​@@petepongrac5467 Thanks for sharing your experience after knee replacement.I am 65. and used to be an avid runner, ran a few full marathons, a still spend 5 days a week at the gym doing weight training and spin classes.I have had my knee scoped twice for menious tears and am currently experiencing bad arthritis in the knee.I have had numerous Durolane injections and now i am considering a partial knee replacement if PRP doesnt work.I hope to run a Boston qualifier in the next fee years if things go well

[@starrbeeler629]

Thank you for the words of encouragement , I really needed to here this !! I just had a full knee replacement March 31 and I do worry about getting better because this is nothing like my partial knee replacement !! I was comparing both my knees !! 🙏🥰

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are very welcome, glad you found the video helpful! Best wishes with your continued recovery after surgery!

[@gurmeetboparai3880]

Hi I have TKR since 8 week .I have still pain and swelling.doing regular exercise.can you suggest for me any exercises.very useful vedio

[@accountexec7652]

I’m seven weeks post-surgery. I found this video and comments to be quite helpful. Still experiencing night pain mainly in shin with trouble sleeping. I use melatonin and Tylenol PM to help sleep. Best rest comes during a mid-morning nap. I’m going to PT 3x per week and have progressed to now pushing/dragging a weighted sled, plus many stair exercises. Flex is 130 degrees and nearly flat. I also bought and continue to use a Bob/Brad Knee Glide purchased online prior to surgery $93. I believe it helped. I still ice down 3-4x per day. I drive mostly short distances and choose carefully when and where to go out. If much walking and stairs involved there will be subsequent pain later. I really appreciate the advice that everyone is on their own particular journey regarding recovery from TKR surgery. I have a ways to go but am hopeful for full recovery. Been a challenging trip. I just turned 68 and have always been super active - and impatient!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you very much for watching, glad you found the video helpful! It sounds like you are working hard and doing well overall with your recovery. You are absolutely right, everyone takes their own journey. Best wishes in your continued recovery!

[@faydenereed4056]

Riding a stationary bike is essential . I still ride one and walk. You will be fine but the knee is not ever going to be like your real knee in younger days. And sleeping on your back is really the only way to sleep correctly!

[@kraznia]

Don't dismiss the importance of assistive devices. I'm 51 and 7 weeks post-op. I'm doing very well, but so glad my first PT suggested a rollator for work. I have a *very* physical job. Those four hour stretches on concrete building, and supervising, and teaching will be too much for the first few months without a way to rest/sit as needed. Having my own rolling and locking seat will be a life saver. I was self conscious about it at first, but just needed to get over it. I can't afford to deal with my knee swelling up by the end of every work day. I have too much stuff to do. I bring my cane for short walks even if I don't think I need it (I need it, just overly optimistic...). At the very least, it keeps people away from me, less likely to be bumped or pushed when I'm getting my balance back. Don't be too proud. Let folks help you. Family and friends that care about you want to help. Let them know how to best help you so you can focus on your recovery.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Absolutely, assistive devices can be a game changer, especially when returning to a demanding job. It's perfectly okay to use tools that help you manage your recovery and make your day-to-day life easier. And you're right-sometimes it’s about finding what works best for you and being open to support from others. Thanks for sharing your experience and advice!

[@asiyahrashid9897]

Hi Peterson I am Asiyah is here today's your video is very beneficial for me I have my knee replacement surgery six months ago I am very much worried about my knee replacement surgery I am taking that if I do something wrong it will harm my knees but now I am very much satisfied that normal things in life not harm my knees thank you so much.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching, Asiyah! You are absolutely right, normal activities should bot impact the integrity of or cause damage to your new knee.

[@asiyahrashid9897]

Thanks Peterson

[@teresitauy3692]

5 weeks after TKR , sleep doesn’t come easy . Sometimes Benadryl helps , I try not to take it every night. Appetite is not good but I try my best to eat & stay hydrated. . I’ve weaned myself from narcotics and have switched to Tylenol or ibuprofen for pain .

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

These unfortunately are all common issues after surgery. Remember you are still relatively early post-op still and the body is still healing and going through a lot… in the vast majority of cases it does get better little by little over a number of weeks to months

[@kraznia]

Sleep is my biggest hurdle too. During the day, it's easier to keep my mind off the discomfort. But at night, it's a lot harder. And suddenly the covers feel like they weigh 1000 pounds.

[@JamesWilson-lo7fg]

Thanks These videos have helped. I'm 3 months post bilateral surgery. The 1st month was terrible. But it went by quickly, the seco month was be

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching, I'm glad you are finding the videos helpful. Best wishes in your continued recovery after surgery!

[@terryandreasen5160]

It's easy to say "get good sleep habits and plenty of sleep", Night time was the worst. during the day, my mind could concentrate on other things so pain management was easy. At night my mind hyper focused on my knee - I think this was exacerbated by some of the meds, but #1, I felt like I was stuck in the "Ground Hog Day movie" and every night was a nightmare. If I could have gotten through the nights, the day and physical therapy was easier. I'm just finishing 8 weeks after TKR, and started back to work full time after 7 weeks.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I agree it is definitely easier said than done... Difficulty sleeping is extremely common after surgery due to pain and discomfort. Hopefully, you are seeing improved sleep as you heal and recover from surgery.

[@terryandreasen5160]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists - Nope, no improvement. I've always been a light sleeper, but it got markedly worse during the months before the surgery - due to the swelling & pain. Also some of the meds they had me on seemed to exacerbate it. The only relief that I'm getting now is to get up, out of bed when I'm having trouble sleeping and spending 20 minutes or so on the recumbent bike to work off some of the "energy" and/or brain activity. Problem is, this could happen 2 or 3 times each night. It's not a pain issue, as much as it's like "whole body muscle spasms".

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

@@terryandreasen5160 Sorry to hear that. Have you trie massaging the muscles around the knee for example with a massage stick little before going to bed, or a warm shower or heat prior to going to sleep?

[@terryandreasen5160]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists I do have a massager that I was using before the surgery, but have only used it a little since. The bicycle and the treadmill work the muscles enough to get most of the energy out - for a couple of hours. I've mainly been iceing, but I'll give heat a try as well. During the day - walking is great. It's the night time that I'm having problems with. Thanks.

[@terryandreasen5160]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists - Well into my 14th week. Pain has been gone for several weeks now, very little meds necessary. I've been back at work since week 7. I'm still learning what I can and can't do. LOL, second day back to work, I had a flat tire coming home. Little difficult but managed to change it in 25 minutes. Having a thick, soft rubber mat helps getting down on my knees, but can accomplish all of my work with little difficulty. Bicycle, treadmill and lots of cold packs are my friend!

[@tedfisk1211]

These are all very important suggestions. I had my first knee replacement five years ago with a two day hospital stay and I was dogged on the exercises and the physical therapy. My last knee replacement was a week ago on an outpatient basis and the whole thing is much improved. The consistent part is the need to exercise most of the time while awake. The sooner you get rid of the scar tissue and are able to bend the knee to 110 degrees +, the better.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and completely agree with everything you shared in your comment... best wishes with your continued recovery after surgery!

[@JoanSmith-bk8eg]

Nobody tells you how long you need to continue your exercises post operation. I am 8 months post op. Should I still be doing daily exercises.? My leg is nearly straight but it was a complex knee replacement. I am 82. My knee still feels tight . Wikl this ever go away?

[@joefran619]

Abstaining from alcohol, has been an asset for my recovery. I'm 3.5 weeeks post surgery.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I'm would have to agree. If someone wants to drink alcohol I recommend only in moderation and mixing alcohol with opioids and some of the other medications after surgery is not a good idea. Best wishes with your continued recovery from surgery.

[@1955ij]

Excellent advice, thank you for highlighting that I have been doing for the most part the things that are good!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thanks for watching and glad you are doing well and maintaining good habits!

[@coringtonbaldwin7629]

I never used no pain no gain philosophy. I worried about damaging my knee when I started weight machines in the gym for the first month...I am totally confident now at 11 months post surgery. I try to get healthy rest and yes it makes a major difference. After 5 months...I no longer sit all day...Therapy/Gym was of upmost importance. I learned early on...that my condition was unique than everyone else..My Orthopedic Surgeon stressed this fact over and over again.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Great advice and thank you for sharing! I totally agree avoiding a sedentary lifestyle and focusing on consistent physical activity / exercise!

[@samanthaguerrero-fd6jr]

I'm 4 1/2 months out. Experiencing shin pain, upon standing and walking. My bend is about at 110° pushing it. It is winter here and not able to get out for a good walk. I'm 57, run my own business, on my feet alot of hours a day. But haven't been able to get back to work. I'm so afraid I'll never get to a good place. Iam aligned properly.... Thank you Dr,

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I'm sorry to hear about your continued pain and difficulty... Shin pain can be due to a couple different reasons, one being the stem of the prosthetic that is in the shin bone, also just different movements and stresses through the lower leg after surgery. It is not uncommon for full recovery to take up to 6 months or more. Continue to have confidence in what you can control and stay the course, you may be closer to a breakthrough than you know... Also is there any way to return to working less hours or performing some tasks where you aren't on your feet the whole time?

[@amysteinrich1626]

I needed to hear this! one week out from a partial- doing really well!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You got this!

[@mppineda1953]

Came across this video. Thank you for highlighting these points. I will remember and feel assured that my physical therapist cannot hurt my knee. He cracked a scar tissue few weeks ago. I have developed additional scar tissue that needs to be addressed, which scars the hell of me.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching, best wishes with your continued recovery and rehab.

[@peterzess3989]

Enjoyed your video. I am 5 weeks TKR post op and doing good, incision healing well, pain not too bad, big problem is sleeping at night as more aching pain. I am still doing about 15 physio exercises three times daily and have met knee bend and straighten goals. I am unsure of how /whe to try some of the activities I did before like dancing and biking.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thanks for watching, it sounds like you are doing very well! For biking I would recommend start by trying a stationary / recumbent bike and see how it feels and then work slowly into returning to biking. The main thing is the ability to tolerate the mobility needed in the knee and feeling stable balancing on the bike. If you were biking previously, you may be able to start returning to biking around the 2-3 month mark. For dancing, similarly, I would work into it slowly and a modified fashion. Start by trying some of the moves and positions to assess comfort and tolerance. Depending on what style of dance, this too you can probably start experimenting around the 2-3 month mark. For more specifics, I recommend consulting with your physical therapist and / or surgeon.

[@lisab3010]

excellent advise.... especially about comparing individual progress to someone else's. Thank you!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for your kind words and thank you for watching!

[@davidforbes-vt9ii]

Thanks I found your video very helpful.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad it was helpful!

[@braveheart977]

Good tips. Thank you

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You’re welcome, glad you found it helpful!

[@k-pop-korn6825]

Thank you *#5 less sedentary - that's me had both hips replaced less than a year and first TKR next month. I have been working hard to be active daily PT + (1 hr) water aerobics 5 x wk but still find myself sedentary the rest of the day (because my body+knees are tired) I will check out your other videos- thanks PS wish u had these time-stamped

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching! It sounds like you are doing well and trying your best to be more active. Best of luck to you with your upcoming surgery, and thank you for the feedback.

[@docsays]

Good pts. 10 wks post op. Still have some muscle atrophy &/or nerve damage. Still doing PT 2x wk.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad it was helpful... Muscle atrophy can persist for many months after surgery and nerve issues can, too. It's great you are still doing some PT and make sure to follow through with exercises on your own outside of therapy, too. Best wishes!

[@hannienierop1387]

I had a revision on my left knee 4 years ago and that went really smooth. 12 weeks ago my right knee was replaced, after a rocky start, I am now doing fine. Took up my Tai chi after 8 weeks again. Still doing PT 2x a week. Never had any problems bending or stretching. I think I am now on 135 on both knees.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It sounds like you are doing tremendous! Thanks for watching and best wishes in your continued recovery from surgery!

[@nancyduhalde4679]

This was excellent information, thank you so much! I am scheduled for surgery in March and gathering all the intel I can; I appreciate the time you took to elucidate these key points, God bless you!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are very welcome! Best wishes as you prepare for surgery!

[@goPACK1978]

I am 12 weeks post op for a right knee TKR. But after 4 weeks, bursitis in my opposite hip flared up terribly so I was trying to rest my left hip while only doing minor PT exercises while at home (so as to try to rest my hip). I still have PT twice a week. After my PT works my knee hard in bending, I can get up to 110 ROM; but, of course, it’s much less at the beginning of my session. I’m so worried about scar tissue building up. The bursitis is minor now and not as difficult as it’s been the past 2 months. I want to be able to have 120 ROM. Before my surgery, I had 125 ROM. I hope I don’t need the TUA. What are your thoughts? And what would be the best exercises for me to do? Thank you for your channel.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

110 degrees is pretty good (obviously 120 is better) if this is the max you get I would probably stay you would be borderline for an MUA, it all depends on discussion with your surgeon. At 12 weeks, you can definitely still gain ROM but you want to be consistent with your exercises and PT because your knee and tissues are transitioning into the long-term stage of healing and gaining new ROM will soon be much more difficult... Check out the videos in this playlist for exercises and tips for improving your knee range of motion: kzbin.info/aero/PLmjdDYgvJ_hV4_FxIr8L292IgW5AvOL5J

[@naturegirl5681]

Best advice!!! Thank you

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad it was helpful!

[@leelaaloori8328]

Thank you for your advice😊😊😊

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You're welcome 😊

[@virginiaswartz6292]

Just had 2nd knee done 2 most. ago and doing well. However, after first tkr I was doing super well but sustained a big setback when pt did a cupping procedure and tore quad tendon. had to stop PT. When tendon about 75%healed, fractured hip and had surgery. Now have a limp(all on right side and 1st tkr....and feel it's weaker than new knee on left side. Working in pt to strengthen hip, but wondering of something else I should be doing to lesson the limp. PS... I watch all your KZbin video and share with family and friends anticipating tkr.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and sharing the videos with others! Building strength is a major component to improving your walking. I would also recommend just doing more walking and being aware of how your legs and body are moving. Focus on trying to avoid the limp even if it is uncomfortable. You can also try walking sometimes in parallel bars or with a walker... this can off-load the stress through the legs and you can practice taking more natural steps. You may also find these videos helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imbCo5Zrha2Dpqc and kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpaXo556e9OKr7s and kzbin.info/www/bejne/epjcaZqXjtuNf7c

[@evasonnenfeld9206]

Thank you you are great that what I needed I got in depression for the last four month thank you agaim

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are welcome, glad you found the video helpful!

[@lynnpaxton9520]

Hi. Great videos. Wish I had seen these before surgery 6weeks ago. So I had a bursitis on knee before surgery on inside of left knee. Would this still be there or would they have cleaned that out? Seems that’s where my pain still is and underneath the knee ( the back). It prevents me from sleeping on side and knees touching - I use a pillow bit still hurts. I try to hang knee over pillow so it doesn’t touch anything. Idk. It still hurts big time - I over did it on weekend so I am definitely paying for that 😬🙄😫

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Hello, and thanks for watching! In most instances, the bursa remains in the knee. As you recover, the inflammation in the bursa may decrease after surgery but sometimes there still can be inflammation of the bursa even after surgery. You may just need some more time for the bursa to calm down and the inflammation to decrease and hopefully it won't be as uncomfortable as you continue to heal from surgery. Best wishes!

[@amandasmit9328]

This is good advice. Thank you so much. Just a small question. My knee still make a klick klick noice when I walk or stand up. Is that normal? Thanks again. Greetings from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦👍💚

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Yes, this is normal. Often it is more annoying than an issue… if it is accompanied by sharp increases in pain or other symptoms then I would have your doctor exam, otherwise it usually decreases with time, but some folks will still have it many years after surgery.

[@amandasmit9328]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists Thank you so so much to take the time for answering me. All the best. 👍💞

[@debbie4285]

9 weeks PO.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thanks for watching and best wishes in your recovery!

[@brianroch817]

Working on my quads to get rid of clunk sesation,hope goes away in year . Early on doing physical therapy was hard,I've been doing my own body squats scared to do with weights yet.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching... Definitely building muscle strength in your quads and other muscles will help with the noises, also as any swelling in the knee decreases. Physical therapy is challenge, but consistency is more important than intensity. Doing body weight squats is a great exercises, keep it up!

[@annlstarkey]

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[@shelleyhess1820]

First knee on October and second in December. I’m still SO tired in the afternoons-I work in the mornings so I’m up and moving, but I feel so guilty taking a nap In the afternoons.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Fatigue is very common, even months after surgery. Your body is working overtime both to heal and recover but also to continue to regain muscle strength, endurance, and overall energy levels. It definitely takes time!

[@sue-annthandy5387]

Thanks for that my care worker comes at 10am??-i need naps until midday ( chronic fatigue as well Coeliac,?!) week 6/7 ugly scar

[@joeltanen]

I have put TKR off for 25 years but now I get hematoma in the knee. Unfortunately I tore my right patellar tendon, had surgery two months ago and doing PT for that. But the left knee is arthritic and weak. I am concerned about TKR with a weak knee and atrophied muscles. If I put pressure on the patella, I swell up with blood in the joint.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

This obviously can add challenges to the recovery process following a knee replacement surgery. However, I will say that many people who get a knee replacement have severe arthritis or other impairments in both legs. If you do plan to have surgery, continue to perform exercises for strength and range of motion leading up to surgery. The more strength and motion you have going into surgery the more efficient your recovery will be.

[@kevinpowers9024]

How about using the Iovera treatment to control the pain?

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I personally don't have much knowledge or experience with Iovera treatment, but it may be an effective supplemental treatment to help with pain management after knee replacement surgery.

[@mariagordon8315]

4 weeks post op. I'm regreating having the bilateral knee surgery. The pain is the worst. Never expected so much pain. Will it ever get better. I'm so tired.😪😪

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

For the majority of folks the pain and symptoms do improve, but it can take many weeks to months to recover fully. You are still very early in the recovery process and having bil surgery does it make it more intensive. Stay the course and little by little you will start to see improvements. Best wishes to you!

[@carolbeverley8743]

4 weeks out from bilateral but I am starting to see a reduction in pain. I’m behind in recovery but my first 5 days I was jot allowed out of bed and in ICU so my implants didn’t get a chance to set in. As much as I’m over the pain I am still glad I got them both done. I know it’s a hit of a long road still to go but the pain I was in before I couldn’t love like that anymore.

[@mondop5270]

Ive had a 2nd acl and partial replacement. 23 yrs after my first acl redo failed ( early after surgery). This caused my leg to have a slight bend, so i can no longer straighten my leg, even after last surgerty. I had one pre recon surgery, to take old screws etc out. 3mnth gap, then full recon etc surgery. But the inability to straighten seems to cause muscle issues especially in hamstring. Still doung physio but its just not helpung due to the walking style ive had for so many years

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Sorry to hear about your continued struggles, it sounds like you have been through a lot. Your best bet is consistency and time. Give your body time to adapt and change to what is the new normal for your knee and all the structures around the knee. If you've had these issues for so many years, it will definitely take some time to see improvements. Is a manipulation under anesthesia something you have considered or discussed with your surgeon / doctor?

[@mohammednazemuddinsiddiqui1071]

After how days of knee replacement surgery I can drive?.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Check out this video for a thorough answer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoG5c4ehrdF5i9U

[@ashleynavran9873]

I wish I would have known about you before my surgery Although my doctor is one of the best in Southern California, but his total management of the patient is at zero

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I'm glad you did find my videos and they have been helpful! Thanks for watching and best wishes in your continued recovery after surgery.

[@cazkellie]

Getting in total knee replacement soon I'm bit worried about after knee replacement

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It can be challenging at times but stay the course and give it time. The vast majority of people are happy they had knee replacement surgery and would get it again if they had the chance.

[@antoniettabonfigliovetere1195]

I can’t go to sleep without my tv on. It’s been like that since I was a teen. I set a timer for the tv to go off on its own.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

If it works it works. I know it would keep me up all night 🙂

[@KennethBickhart]

Exactly

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thanks for watching!

[@debbiebarber8012]

I had a TKR on my left knee 4 days ago. I have complete foot drop on my right. I'm 60 and finding the pain so much worse than any surgery I've had before, I.E., osteotomy, trapeziectomy, hip replacement. I can't straighten my knee or lift my leg at all due to the thigh muscle being so painful. I can't weight bear as it's excruciatingly painful. Am i impatient or not?

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It is very common to have a lot of pain after knee replacement, especially in the first few days after surgery as well as muscle weakness and difficulty standing and walking. Be sure you are taking all pain medicine as prescribed and consider contacting your surgeons office if the pain is not adequately controlled to see if there are any other options. Also try to do light exercises in sitting or lying down, every little bit helps. Hopefully you are connected with physical therapy and have appointments scheduled. They will work with you to improve standing and walking ability.

[@debbiebarber8012]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists thank you for getting back to me. I'm on dihydracodeine but it's not having much effect. I am doing the exercises issued from the physio but they seem to aggravate it. I have had previous, severe, trauma to my leg and knee, as well as a disrupted pelvis. I guess having one leg longer than the other (2cm)doesn't help. I will give it a week post op and contact the hospital if there's not a slight improvement. Thanks again for getting back to me so quickly. Regards, Debbie

[@rajanmenon6546]

How to do weight squads. How much weight. Me 8 weeks after TKR..Some swelling and stiffness in pain..Is it Ok.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

The easiest way to add weight to squats is to hold a dumbbell or kettlebell or something similar with both arms at chest level. This is called a goblet squat and allows easier balance and technique if you have little experience with performing squats. There is no set rule on how much weight to use, but I would focus on a weight that allows you to do 8-10 repetitions and the last few repetitions are a little more difficult.

[@SarahDavis-ie5do]

6 months out, finally sleeping. Still cannot straighten my left knee, and I did not achieve 120 degrees., even after 4 months of PT. Still having alot of pain when bending my operative knee. I have to stop comparing my progress to other TKR patients who are much younger. I am now 68, and my surgeon is pleased with my 102 degrees of bend. I am riding a recumbent bike, walking on the treadmill, swimming, and doing leg presses of 35 pounds. Just waiting on pain to go away altogether. How much longer???

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and commenting... It sounds like you are doing a lot of great things to stay physically active, in the long-term this will help the best with making the pain go away. As you build strength and your body and nervous system begins to adapt, you will notice improved activity tolerance and less intensity and frequency of pain. I can't give you a set timeline for when this pain will go away. It could be soon or it could be a number of months, but it sounds like you are doing the right things and you just have to allow time for your body to adapt, each person will be a little different regarding how long this takes and it is mostly out of our control.

[@markharrill5961]

Hi, love your insight and advice ! I'm 6 weeks in and when I extend while walking there are times I get an Area behind the knee and / or close to the lateral side of knee that sticks or binds , knot, that feels like it hasn't let go fully or feels tight...and at time can feel like a light to medium Funny Bone feeling. May get a pop. Seems as if it is getting better. (Soft Tissue) (Popliteal)...(Nerves) Any Thoughts would be greatly appreciated. All on the extension. THANKS .

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It could be any of these but sounds to me potentially your hamstring tendons as they come down to attach at the knee.. some light to moderate hamstring stretches are helpful but also some exercises that strengthen the hamstrings can be good too such as bridging, standing or on your stomach knee bends or single or double leg deadlifts… hopefully you are connected with a PT still that can assess and give you a better idea if this is what is causing the sensation you are feeling.

[@markharrill5961]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists Thanks. It's my left knee. Lateral on the inside of hamstring. And Sometimes Center/Right of the back of knee. Quarter size. Early on I could do a Popliteal Release...but really don't won't to stop after each Step....lol. I've been pushing through it the last week. My Home PT program , hamstring ,calf, bike warmup. Extension with weight (Now) and Knee flex. 2-3 times a day between the scheduled 3 PT sessions during the week. I was favoring the knee/extension because of the Rubbing or Catching....However, as I said I've been trying !! Today, After working out and stretches I went for a long walk (with my Recovery Dog ) and was really concentrating on getting that leg out and extending it for that split second before before bending occurs. I could feel it ...happening at the exact moment of full extension. Like two piano strings rubbing against each Other....but was able to step through the Rubbing. And it wasn't Catching or knotting up like it was previously ! YEAH !! My PT Persons thought it might be soft tissue. I tried to explain it to my Doctor but don't think I did a very good job at the time. However, he is very good and encouraged me to keep it going. He said nerve next to Hamstring. He was concerned that I wasn't extending my leg .... with your help I realize what I've been doing or Not doing ! I've been watching your vids and gaining knowledge. MUCH Appreciated!!! What do ya think? And Thanks Again !!

[@susanmathews7142]

Love your video.!!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad they’re helpful and thanks for watching.

[@josoane2465]

I can’t sleep no matter what time I go.. I’m 7 weeks po.. I’ve tried baths, trying different times, lavender oil, camomile tea, muscle relaxers but nothing works.. I can’t fall asleep and when I eventually do I wake after 20 mins.. I have restless legs.. I’m tired and frustrated

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I'm very sorry to hear about your struggles with this. What I can say is the first weeks after surgery are the worst, and as you heal and your pain and symptoms slowly decrease sleeping should become easier. Understand that this is all normal and the vast majority of the time temporary. I hope you are able to figure out some ways to at least get a little better rest in the meantime.

[@FloridaGardeningdiva]

Wish we could get my mother to stop..number one get out of the wheelchair for 2 years. She refuses. And when we took her to PT she failed so badly, screamed, yelled had a adult tantrums she was kicked out of therapy

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I’m sorry to hear this. Each person has their unique struggles and challenges

[@ranjanapathak1]

Is sitting with legs crossed allowed or not? Thanks in advance

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You may sit with your legs crossed as tolerated, this will not harm your prosthetic at all. This may be uncomfortable and difficult to tolerate after surgery, especially early on.

[@michaelo6003]

I’m 3 weeks post op for a TKR on my right knee. I can bend my knee just shy of 90 degrees. My knee is still swollen, is numb to the touch on the outside, and it feels stiff. This seems to be limiting how far I can bend, and when I’m sitting I can’t bend my knee back as far as when I “force” it back with the bending exercises. Is this normal at 3 weeks? Thank you!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Hello, yes this all normal at three weeks. The swelling, numbness, stiffness and ROM limitations are all normal. In the big picture, you are still very early in your knee replacement recovery process. With time and continued effort all of this things will slowly get better over time. Ideally, we would want to see your bending be closer to 100 deg or a little more, but 90 deg at this point I would consider within normal variation person to person...just continue to be consistent with your PT and exercises and you will see improvements. Best wishes!

[@michaelo6003]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists thank you so much for your reply!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

@@michaelo6003 You're welcome!

[@9999prozac]

Hi was just wondering has it got better for you, as I’m experiencing the same thing with the swelling and stiffness

[@michaelo6003]

@@9999prozac Hi, I’m at 11 weeks now. I can bend to 120 with a lot of effort (that usually makes my knee sore!), but I’m not sure I’m fully straight. I still have stiffness and soreness, and although the swelling has gone down, my knee is still quite a bit larger than my non op knee. The numbness is mostly gone, but I still have a little. I’m seeing my surgeon today. I’m hoping he’ll tell me all is well. My biggest concern now is the straightness. I don’t walk with a limp, so I’m hoping everything is ok.

[@CeceliaHolt]

I am 10 weeks out and fell last week. I called my orthopedic Dr office. Was told if not in pain it was ok. Your thoughts?

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I would agree. If the new knee was compromised or if you had a fracture you would most certainly have accompanying pain.

[@caroldixon3952]

I had a knee replacement eighteen months ago but five weeks later was rushed to hospital for an emergency colostomy and bedridden for a month recovering from peritonitis si was unable to continue my knee exercises and was so weak for a couple of months afterwards I could only manage a few. I saw a physio once I had recovered which helped but my knee is still stiff and painful despite doing daily exercises. Unfortunately I am not able to walk far due to arthritis in my lower spine and am awaiting a hip replacement. I have found that little bits of walking around the house every hour or so and wearing a knee support in bed at night helps so am just continuing how I can and nit worrying about what I cant do yet. Thanks for your helpful advice.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and sharing. I am so sorry to hear about your struggles after surgery. You have the right attitude! Focus on what you can and make progress little by little. Best wishes to you on your continued journey to feeling and moving better.

[@josephinebonello4360]

I exercise 2x day. When I exercise. My lower back pain. I don't know why

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Sorry to hear this. It is not uncommon to have some back pain issues after surgery. I recommend consulting with your physical therapist for some specific exercises for the back pain you are experiencing. Sometimes we develop tunnel vision and forget to focus on the whole body and individual.

[@jaycustard4711]

Motion is lotion

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Absolutely!

[@Cimba217]

👍👍👍

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@lindarussell1932]

4 months out

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for watching and best wishes in your recovery!

[@cailyajones3173]

10.20.23

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

🙏🙏🙏

[@TheDoug9901]

No pain no gain more drugs the better 24 hour buzz the only way to fly

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

That's one way to look at it.

[@johnyunits7134]

i am going to stop watching these videos

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

😂😂👌👌

[@demi5378]

I get it. For me, scheduled to have one, it makes me want to back.out..after reading the comments..!!!!!😮