4 Weeks post surgery - RTKR Dec. 12

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Well here we are 4 weeks post surgery. I am still taking the pain meds

(oxycocet), especially at night (1 tablet every 4 hours). However, I

have cut down considerably and only take about 2 per 8 hours. Walking

is very stiff first thing in the morning but loosens up as the day

progresses. I can walk without aid for short distances but like the

safety blanket of the walker (wheeled) plus I can load it up with

goodies, etc. to get to the table. When do you start to become less

reliant on a walker?? I feel as though I am depending on it too much! I

am doing physio exercises at home plus visit a physiotherapist twice a

week for muscle stimulation, etc. until we graduate to more intensive

exercise. In any event, I have migrated steps quite well with a cane

and can go up and down stairs (12) with a cane several times a day.

Still some swelling but I try to elevate and ice after exercise.

Despite the pain and inconvenience, I still would like to have the left

knee done as soon as possible. I meet with the surgeon on Jan. 25.

My good wife and son are keeping up with the snow removal so far.

Best wishes to all others on the group.

Cheers, Ross