40 days after the knee replacement operation
Today I drove myself to the local town and visited Matalan, the only store with a car park right outside. It was nice to be independent and although I can walk without my crutches, I did use one for safety’s sake and it meant I could spend longer browsing than I would have done without any crutches.
Categories: The recovery
Hi Ken,
I graduated from my 2nd month of physical therapy on Friday, Feb 6th. I feel pretty god about the knee replacement. It is still a little weak but I know what to do and will continue to exercise n my own. I have a free trial month at the YMCA and I intend to put it to good use.
I have noticed that if I miss a day of exercise the muscles tend to be sore now. The Physical Therapist says I will have to exercise everyday for the rest of my life now. The doctor removed the ligaments around my knee and the muscles are what keeps it working now. I have to keep them strong.
All in all, I feel pretty good about the knee and am very happy to be up and around with out a cane and with out the pain. I’m not dancing yet but just give me another month and I will be.
Just wanted to keep you updated as to my progress. How are you doing?