Total Knee Replacement 2 Weeks Post Op

This is my journey through total knee replacement. come join me as I vlog about it.
On February 14th 2024 I received the total knee replacement at Holland hospital. The doctor's name was Dr Johnson and was assisted with the Mako robot built by Stryker. This is a vlog that shows my experiences and yours may be differential. Don't take any medical advice from these videos these are just what's happening with my knee and your results may be different. Before starting any exercises make sure to consult your physician.
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[@rajanmurti5435]

I am scheduled for double knee replacement in a month. I have severe Arthritis, no cartilage, meniscus damage and bone on bone. Thank you for sharing the video, gives inspiration to go ahead with mine...

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Good morning. You will be pleased in the long run. It's 17 days today and my knee doesn't hurt at all when I walk or sleep. My knee was much like yours and all came together great. I'll probably get my right done in a few years. It's not problematic right now. Best of luck and keep me posted on how it goes for you.

[@jimmur57]

Came across your channel tonight. Having my right knee replaced with the Mako system in a couple weeks. I have grade 4 arthritis in both knees, that has really gotten bad over the last six months. Right one is slightly worse so doing it first. Doc said I need to wait three months before doing the second one. Your videos of how you are progressing are really inspirational to me! I am retired but pretty active also, even though it's been very painful. I told the doc that I can't see the post-op pain being any worse than I am currently experiencing! I especially can relate to your getting snagged on a vine or tree root, as I seem to do that a lot now, with my right foot and the right knee feels like it's going to snap in two! So I can't wait to get this done! Although everyone is different, you've shown me that the light at the end of the tunnel can maybe be closer than I may have thought, after watching some other videos!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You've got this. It's been life changing for me. Sounds like you're active. I think fitness and movement is the key. Best of luck and keep me informed. I'm about 18 to 20 weeks post op and I can do anything I want without pain in that knee and my strength is better than ever.

[@beme9942]

I just watched your new replacement series thank you very much for all the information. I tried watching some other folks videos also have talked to friends who have gone through the total need to replacement. You're the first person that I think I could relate to the best athletic and doesn't like a lot of pain meds. And you're so kind to your dog and grandson, clearly not crabby in pain. You gave me a lot of hope for my two turns at surgery coming up. Thank you so much and good luck to you!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you for the kind words. You've got this. Keep me posted on how yours goes.

[@anthonymuttillo8814]

Thanks for the encouraging video.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You're welcome.

[@bigdaddy111058]

I am loving your videos. Straight forward, honest, helpful. Thanks!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You're welcome

[@lucilleeidse9407]

I’m waiting for a surgery date for a knee replacement and I’m so encouraged watching your videos- it gives me hope that my recovery will go well!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

I'm glad I can be of help.

[@andreehubley3497]

Thank You from Nova Scotia, Canada.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You're welcome

[@michelecunningham5775]

Your video is an inspiration! I can only hope I do half as well as you! Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You got this. Best piece of advice I can give is get yourself in the best shape you can with the time you have remaining before surgery.

[@michelecunningham5775]

@@BigelowWoodcraft thank you... Still working full time.. but sitting as I can... And starting the exercises. Should know a date next week .. probably the week after Easter. Again, thank you for sharing your journey.

[@Ringcreevy51]

Thanks for sharing. I need a tka in left knee and I am very apprehensive. I'm older at 73, a retired nurse. You have given me the courage to call the surgeon and get the ball rolling ❤

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You've got this. We have a friend who had it done and she's in her mid 80s. Doing great.

[@glenmomrik727]

Looking good so far learning how to walk properly was the biggest challenge i had when i had a knee repaired yrs back found a lot of muscles that were not used properly when i was favoring one leg keep up the therapy be back to your normal routine shortly thanks for the updates

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Glen that's so true. My knee aches but my hip and muscles surrounding and my calf muscle are extremely out of wack. Like you said learning to walk again is exhausting. Thanks for checking in. I appreciate it

[@rodneyslone5797]

great video Jerry, you are coming along nicely, glad the knee is not giving you a lot of pain

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you Rodney. It's coming right along. Thanks for checking in.

[@markhillsborough5661]

Thanks for your updates, good progress! My surgery is scheduled for May 13th and appreciate what you have been communicating. Be safe!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Glad you have a date. Did you get a cortisone shot is that why it's out aways? I had to wait 3 months after a cortisone shot. I went for a nice walk this morning. Today was the first time I could operate my clutch on my tractor....I've been trying everyday lol. Freedom!

[@markhillsborough5661]

@@BigelowWoodcraft My left knee has been bad since a basketball injury in college in 1977! So I compensated for that since then and ruined my right hip. I had my right hip replaced in April 2022, now it’s time for the knee. It’s bone on bone, no cartilage left so no need for cortisone shot. I also had my right knee quadriceps tendon ruptured and repaired in 2014 and I had 9 months or rehab before I was cleared to drive a car. Wondering how the pain with a knee replacement will compare to the Quad tearing. Appreciate your updates and glad to see your progress!

[@angeladibble]

I'm enjoying these updates, my knee is bad, but not enough for a replacement according to my surgion. What a lovely place to be able to step out the door and walk in, it looks beautiful.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you. We live in Paradise

[@alp414]

Great job!!!! I am walking more everyday!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you. Great work.

[@AllenFamilyFirewood]

Looken good Jerry

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you Phil and Karen. I'm feeling great. Have a great weekend.

[@timscartoys9321]

Looking good!! When you sat down, it looked very smooth! The flexing comes in gradual increases, as all the cut and stretched muscles inside heal! Keep up the good work!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thank you Tim. Someday it's really smooth. Today it is a bit janky lol. Staples out tomorrow. I can't wait. Overall I'm feeling great.

[@martinhendricks909]

I was scheduled to have my left knee done last August but i canceled and now after seeing your progression i called my Dr back yesterday to get it rescheduled..glad to see your doing well with it

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Martin. You will not regret it. My advice is with the time left try and get as healthy as possible. I'd like to hear of your journey. Thanks for checking in.

[@Mwink1975]

The dog is adorable!! 🙂🙂🤎🤎💯✔️

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Abby is an amazing dog. I'll tell her you said so lol. Thank you.

[@Mwink1975]

@@BigelowWoodcraft Are you able to get on your knees?! I have surgery 5/27/24!! 😏😏😏

[@sly-1429]

I go in for a knee replacement in August so I have been watching videos of people who have been going through the journey. Thanks for the videos. GO BLUE!!!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You've got this. Best of luck. Go Blue.

[@lindarussel3682]

Amazing recovery. I'm scheduled for 6/5. I hope I don't as well as you're doing. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You've got this. Stay positive. It's life changing.

[@lindarussel3682]

Thank you. I'd be lying if I said I'm not worried about it!!!

[@TreeChangeFarmer]

Great progress Jerry. Week 5 for me and measured 110 degrees at the doctor's yesterday. I thought I was OK to get back to a normal routine and was lifting a lot and my knee got swollen so have been back on the anti inflammatory drugs and resting a bit more. Keep active, exercise but know your limits Jerry. I still get a 'deep' pain in the knee about 7pm each night but it is getting less. Cheers Dave.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Good afternoon Dave. The evening time is the hardest for me. I feel great all day then the pain kicks in. I've slowed down the last 2 days due to stiffness. This ice machine is my new partner lol. Sounds like you're making great progress. My PT warned me about those days you're experiencing. I'm actually looking forward to it if that makes sense. That means I'm further into the process of healing. Thanks for checking in and please keep commenting on your experience for me and others.

[@goatstead814]

Glad to see you’re progressing. It was 65 degrees here yesterday, had crazy thunderstorms and rain. Went down to 25 degrees last night. The wind is blowing 20 to 25 sustained with gusts to 60. My poor tent I’ve been boiling in is struggling to stay up.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

The weather has been all over the place here. Yesterday it was only in the teens lol. I guess it's supposed to get back to the 40s this weekend. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@caroldriehorst1165]

I'm 2 weeks in and I'm 120 to 130 radius. I'm having a lot of pain, especially at night. This is my second total knee replacement , last year I had the other one done. I do need pain meds because it hurts so bad. The knee I had done last year feels great, I can't wait until my left knee feels great. I hope you keep doing well.❤

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Good morning. That's fantastic flexion. You must have been pretty flexible before surgery. I'm working hard to get where you are. I'm completely pain free walking and sleeping. Bending past 100 is exciting lol. I can only get to 110 with a lot of work. You're inspiring. Keep up the great work.

[@TheOldManAndTheSaw]

Lookin' good Jerry.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thanks Dave. I'm feeling pretty good. I'm looking forward to getting the bandage off and staples out tomorrow. They ITCH lol

[@TheOldManAndTheSaw]

If you're in a hurry I got some needle nose pliers. I guarantee I won't feel a thing. Dr. Dave

[@southernadirondackoutdoors]

I hope your said a few words to that branch/vine that hung you up! I was pleasantly shocked on your prior update that you were up and moving around day 1. I had always heard that it was 6 weeks with no weight on that leg...it's surprising how misconceptions spread!

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Me and that vine did have a few choice words lol. They actually have you walking within a couple hours of the surgery with full weight. 20 years ago it would have been a totally different process. Thanks for checking in.

[@thomashallberg5754]

Hello I am 75 with pains in my right leg they offered me surgery but I am afraid too that. I live like you with sawing tree 🌲 hope you getting better. I live in Sweden.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Thomas good to hear from you. It's not as bad as I thought. Everybody's outcome can be different. I hope you can get that pain resolved. The best thing for me is to keep moving. Stay safe

[@stuartschatz4164]

Keep up the hope. I was a rare case I guess but I was off the oxy 3 days after surgery and dumped the walker after 5 days. I have virtually no pain except a little after doing PT and an ice pack takes care of that. I started driving about 8 days after surgery with no issues. I don’t take and pain meds at all. I hope some others have a similar recovery. It will be 3 weeks tomorrow and other than a nasty scar I’m ok. I can only walk about a mile but assume that will increase over time.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Stuart that's great to hear. That's exactly my experience. Glad to hear you're doing so well. It's hard work but well worth it.

[@stuartschatz4164]

Thank you. I’m glad to see that I’m not a freak of nature my neighbors saw me walking down the street and they named me the bionic man and 2 of them have had knee replacements with a lot more pain. My range of motion is only about 6 degrees less than my other knee. I have an excellent PT person and he really pushes me but worth it.

[@terryatpi]

Looks like your coming along nicely. I think I see less limping now than before you got it done. Say Jer , are you and the family packing up and heading south for the big eclipse on April 8 ? I have to head north an hour to get maximum effect. Once in a lifetime event at least for me. Have a great day

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

I did hear about this eclipse. We will be staying put lol. My wife says the same thing about the limping. It's amazing what happens when muscles and joints get lined back up. Those muscles that were out of wack are letting me know now though lol. I have a new range and plane of motion I have to get used to and strengthened up for.

[@vinnygoombatts1458]

Im scheduled for 2 days to have mine done. I'm terrified and very worried.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

You've got this. It's not so bad that it'll ruin your days. You will feel pretty good after a week. It goes so fast.

[@rajeevjain-zl9ed]

Did you go through pre operative phisiothrapyv or any muscle strengthening excercise

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Yes I exercise everyday before and after. Never had to go to a physio prior only for 3 weeks after. My business was exercise so it was easy for me

[@staceyjames-if3fn]

Wow, you turned out better that I did. My doctor said 4 years ago, I needed both knees replaced but the VA said I was to young at the age of 50 to have it done and we needed to wait. Now both my knees are shoot. I just had my left done in March and my right will be done in July. I have had some problems and am still having some problems with my left knee. The doctor said is was completely bone on bone and had a lot of spurs he had to clean up. I hd been in a lot of pain for the last 2 years and still have some but nothing like it was. All in all, glad as hell I had it done. They say it will get better over the next year with what I had to go thru. Glad to see you are recovering good.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

That's right. The pain you experienced before surgery is brutal. At least you're moving forward. Keep it up.

[@jonathanemptage1593]

My Mum just had a total Knee replacement last Monday and got released on the 29th how do you know when your ready to do short walks?

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

My PT told me 6 minutes 3 times a day right from day 1. I built upon that. I'd definitely talk to to the PT

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

Good morning Jerry , I had my wife watch the video with me . Her jaw dropped when she seen how well you are doing . We both really like your cabin with the kitchen in it with the couch . She said we needed one of those . Keep up the great work my friend !! 👍🏻🇺🇸👊🏻

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Good morning Del. I'm really feeling great. I built that cabin in 2007 it's 8x16. It started as a deer blind lol. It's our go to spot to unwind. I'll have to have you and your wife up. Thanks for checking in. I appreciate it.

[@jims6308]

You're looking good. Well, your progressing well I should say. I better leave comments about your looks to your wife🙂. I think I'd be moving into that cabin for a couple of weeks while the knee continues to heal. Beautiful stop. I've noticed the piano in other videos. Do you play? I don't have a musical cell in my whole body. The only music I can make is when I howl at the dog he howls back. HEY, maybe the two of us should go on the road together. His name is Bonz. Long O, like bones. We could call our group "The Howlers". What do you think????

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

I think that sounds great lol. Let's go. No I don't play but my sister does. I also have a friend that stays there when he's in town and he plays pretty damn good. Plus it makes a nice place to put the barbecue lol. That place is our little piece of paradise.

[@andreehubley3497]

Beautiful spot. Needs a bit of TLC but nice spot.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

Yes it does. That's my summer project

[@ellenbalgley9985]

Hi from Florida I wanted to know if your leg feels heavy anymore

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

No. After about 6 weeks I was 100 percent. At least I feel like it. It's a bit weaker in the weight room but I can do much more than I could before the surgery.

[@2Peachcobler]

On your first video, you had an ice machine. I’m interested in your ice machine where you got it etc. so if you could put a link or any information about that, I would really appreciate that because that’s about the only thing I can use. I cannot take any pain meds because I’m allergic to all of them, so ice is my pain meds

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

I do talk about it in one of the videos. It's in either the second video or third. It was my brother in laws. He bought it before Amazon. The brand was called Cryo Cuff. I hope that helps

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

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[@2Peachcobler]

@@BigelowWoodcraft thanks

[@markeustice618]

You will be back at the mill soon at this rate.

[@BigelowWoodcraft]

I'll probably take the full 6 weeks. I don't want to risk it. But like you said it'll be soon.