Knee replacement October 24

Vivian · ‎03-11-2010

I've been active all my life and, at 70, I have the knees to prove it. My sports medicine doctor has kept me going...until this summer...when x-rays, an MRI, and my extreme pain all indicated trouble. My sports med doc, for the first time since I've known him,told me it is now time for knee replacement. I sought out two surgical opinions and the result is that nothing short of knee replacement will fix this and ultimately alleviate the pain that is keeping me away from my workouts and a good night's sleep. Wish me luck!

millieshops · ‎03-09-2010

@VivianI wish you a quick recovery from pain and future comfort.

One quick good story - a friend of mine, your age, has had both knees replaced - second one about 2 years ago. She wore heels to a wedding in the spring for the first time in years and a few days ago left an afternoon bridge game to walk the 5 miles home!

I've heard many success stories - hoping to hear yours - maybe as we're celebrating the New Year????

IMW · ‎06-15-2014

How very wonderful and caring of you to share that story of inspiration and hope. It truly speaks of the kind of person you are.

IMW · ‎06-15-2014

Wishing you luck and a full and easy recovery.

Meowingkitty · ‎06-19-2010

I’m having my right knee done October 23rd so we are in this together. I’m 61 but will be 62 by the time of my surgery. I found one thing helpful. Don’t read the horror stories online. It will only make you more nervous. I had my pre op tests done this past Tuesday. I’m nervous but there are days like today when I’m so ready.

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

@Vivian Florimond wrote:
I've been active all my life and, at 70, I have the knees to prove it. My sports medicine doctor has kept me going...until this summer...when x-rays, an MRI, and my extreme pain all indicated trouble. My sports med doc, for the first time since I've known him,told me it is now time for knee replacement. I sought out two surgical opinions and the result is that nothing short of knee replacement will fix this and ultimately alleviate the pain that is keeping me away from my workouts and a good night's sleep. Wish me luck!

@Vivian I had bilateral total knee replacement June 2013. Best thing since sliced bread. 👍👍👍👍 I suffered needlessly for 10 years prior....horrible debilitating pain. I started using crutches and knew the next step was either knee replacement or a wheel chair.

I do not even think about my knees anymore....walk everywhere...stand as long as I want.... I go down stairs and upstairs where before surgery I DREADED STAIRS. Even a curb use to be a challenge.....no more!

You are having surgery on my Birthday! It must be a good Sign!🙂

fluffysmom · ‎03-09-2010

@Vivian

Sadly those joints wear out over time. I had my second knee done in Feb. I used a cane for over 10 years. I can walk with out it now. It sounds like you are already active just give therapy everything you've got. I picked my therapist both in rehab then out patient. It was the same person and he was very agressive. I told him not to hold back and he kicked my rear. Many therapists are not like that so be clear with your expectations and do therapy like it's your job. One day I mentioned to him that I wished I could ditch the cane. He grabed me by the seat of my pants and off we went. It was like jumping off a cliff. I worked in health care before retirement and think male PTs generally are more aggressive than women. Again tell your therapist what your expectations are.There is nothing quite like the pain of your knee bones grinding together. Are you going to do inpatient rehab initially? You will do great!!! Please post how it goes. If I can help in any way let me know.

gidgetgh · ‎03-09-2010

@Vivian- I think you’re really smart to get this done now and I wish you the best.

I’ve been following your posts about your husband and I think you’re really smart to get yourself taken care of now, rather than later.

Why is it, when I have a 50/50 guess at something, I'm always 100% wrong?

tansy · ‎01-02-2011

@gidgetgh wrote:
@Vivian- I think you’re really smart to get this done now and I wish you the best.

I’ve been following your posts about your husband and I think you’re really smart to get yourself taken care of now, rather than later.

I'm hoping you've been able to arrange for adequate help while you are recuperating, @Vivian. I've had both of my knees replaced successfully. Good luck.

dodies · ‎06-07-2010

Hi Vivian...just saw your post as I am on my couch with the ice machine going on my left knee...had it replaced ten days ago and will say the first few days are rough, but things are now going extremely well. I take a cane with me for longer walks, because it helps keep my body mechanics in line, but not for pain relief. Am walking unassisted, driving, and sleeping well. Occasionally take half a pain pill at night if I've been on it a lot. The icing is key, and they will hook you up with a machine before you leave the hospital....or should... as one of the other posters mentioned, PT is KEY and don't let your therapist be bullied (by YOU 😄) into going easy on you! All in all, each day after the first few are quantam leaps in improvement. So worth it to get rid of the constant pain, swelling and limitations of the "old" knee. Good luck and just "gitter done" 😅