Re: TKR

[Guest guest]

Are you aloud to get your legs wet?

I had two hip replacements but figure a bandage is a bandage. Both times I

thoroughly covered my bandage with several layers of Saran wrap the day after I

got home, then taped it in place using something called First Aid Tape I'd found

at Walmart which I'd chosen because its waterproof. I have a good-sized shower

so lifted my walker into the shower then got in leading with my 'good' leg.

Shampoed my hair and soaped everything I could reach. The water ran over the

Saran wrap, etc. When I got out, (again leading with my good leg after lifting

the walker out of the shower) I carefully removed my make-shift protection and

checked the bandage. No moisture so I figured I was good to go. It's a bit of

a pain to do so I only shower every other day but boy does it feel good to get

clean. And no, I didn't ask permission of the surgeon. Just did what I figured

would work. That said, I had the minimally invasive procedure so didn't have

movement restrictions.

Vella

[Guest guest]

Yes. By the time you get home, you have already showered in rehab, and, yes,

you can get the knees wet. You just can't soak them in a tub. The shower

water runs off, so it is ok.

I don't know if I am a good one to ask about walking and shopping. I am now

4 months post-op and I still need Percocet for the pain. Now, I did have

both knees done, which I am told makes recuperation harder. The first three

weeks after my surgery were absolutely horrible. I have had many surgeries

in my time, but this one was by far the worst for pain and recuperation

time. I have always snapped back within a week or two, but not this time.

At this point (4 months) I can walk and shop if I take a Percocet first.

Walking is better than standing in one place. Standing still is still

painful quickly. I am told it takes 6 months to a year to feel better from

this surgery. I didn't believe it before. I definitely believe it now.

I have heard of many people who came home on only Tylenol, and were getting

around within a few weeks. That was not me.

I hope your surgery is one like the easy ones.

Chrissie

To those who believe, no explanation is necessary; to those who dont, no

explanation is possible

RE: TKR

Hi Chrissie,

Thank you.But the way my bath room is set up I don't think that would

workAre you aloud to get your legs wet?.How long did it take you before you

could walk or go shopping ect.I see you are a dog lover also.:-) Thank you

again.

Dot

'Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened'

[Guest guest]

Depending on your insurance and where you go for rehab, the rehab might

supply you with shower chair, cane, leg lifter, sock puller, etc and bill

your insurance. That's what mine did. I had Aetna at the time.

Chrissie

To those who believe, no explanation is necessary; to those who dont, no

explanation is possible

-------------------------------------------

Hi Chrissie,

Thank you.But the way my bath room is set up I don't think that would

workAre you aloud to get your legs wet?.How long did it take you before you

could walk or go shopping ect.I see you are a dog lover also.:-) Thank you

again.

Dot

'Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened'

[Guest guest]

There are a bunch of them here:

http://www.elderdepot.com/customer/home.php?cat=434 & gclid=CLj53Y7265kCFWVM5Q

odtGBOQw

If you google " shower chair " or " transfer bench " , you will come up with a

multitude of sites to look at.

Chrissie

To those who believe, no explanation is necessary; to those who dont, no

explanation is possible

RE: TKR

Chrisse,

Is there any place on the net were I can get a look at this shower chair? I

so happy for this list is helping like you are.Thank you all.

DOT in Florida.

'Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened'

[Guest guest]

Hi,

I have dealt with the opoid tolerance, having both knees done and then back

surgery. We are all different in how our bodies react to these invasive

surgeries.

I still need some pain meds with my back, but my hip(3rd joint replacement)

wasn't so bad after a month. I was also determined to get off the oxycodone as

soon as possible because of my ability to develop tolerance, and wanted to be

able to have my back pain meds still work when I needed them.

And, I think there can be one surgery where it is just darn hard.! My 2nd TKR

was harder than the first pain wise, and compared to that my hip seemed easier,

but I think I was more fatigued for several months.

Taking a percocet to shop at 4 months seems pretty reasonable after a THR. Hope

things improve for you each day Crissy.

Patti

(lurker, but read all posts)

and dog lover. Two lhasa apsos own me.

Patti Widener NCTM

Widener Piano Studio

happykeys88@...

EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD

Join me

Joint Replacement

From: shihtzumom1@...

Date: Sun, 12 Apr 2009 13:55:16 -0400

Subject: RE: TKR

Yes. By the time you get home, you have already showered in rehab, and,

yes,

you can get the knees wet. You just can't soak them in a tub. The shower

water runs off, so it is ok.

I don't know if I am a good one to ask about walking and shopping. I am now

4 months post-op and I still need Percocet for the pain. Now, I did have

both knees done, which I am told makes recuperation harder. The first three

weeks after my surgery were absolutely horrible. I have had many surgeries

in my time, but this one was by far the worst for pain and recuperation

time. I have always snapped back within a week or two, but not this time.

At this point (4 months) I can walk and shop if I take a Percocet first.

Walking is better than standing in one place. Standing still is still

painful quickly. I am told it takes 6 months to a year to feel better from

this surgery. I didn't believe it before. I definitely believe it now.

I have heard of many people who came home on only Tylenol, and were getting

around within a few weeks. That was not me.

I hope your surgery is one like the easy ones.

Chrissie

To those who believe, no explanation is necessary; to those who dont, no

explanation is possible

RE: TKR

Hi Chrissie,

Thank you.But the way my bath room is set up I don't think that would

workAre you aloud to get your legs wet?.How long did it take you before you

could walk or go shopping ect.I see you are a dog lover also.:-) Thank you

again.

Dot

'Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened'

[Guest guest]

2 1/2 weeks after TKR and my DR said OK to do pool PT and take baths again.

Still lots of edema now in upper thigh muscles and the knee joint. They

said no to using a hot tub maybe even for one year, cold water OK but not hot

water. I am wondering if anyone tried the hot tub after TKR and what are

the bad effects? I don't see much different from a hot tub and a warm bath

except maybe time.

I have a programable zapper GB-4000 and have been using their pre-set

programs for lymph drain, edema. At PT they have a zapper that runs 80 and 150hz

frequencies that help to move lymph fluids. I also tried my Amega wand

which does not seem to reduce the pain. I also have a cold medical laser that

reduces pain but was afraid to use it because I was afraid it might create

blood clots. A laser therapist on another list said it would be OK to try

the laser.

Brickey

[Guest guest]

I would like to know more information about the " programble zapper G

B-4000 " ---please forgive my ignorance but what are you talking about???? I am

scheduled for surgery Sept 16th and am quite nervous about the post op.

thank you

Bobbi

>

> 2 1/2 weeks after TKR and my DR said OK to do pool PT and take baths again.

> Still lots of edema now in upper thigh muscles and the knee joint. They

> said no to using a hot tub maybe even for one year, cold water OK but not hot

> water. I am wondering if anyone tried the hot tub after TKR and what are

> the bad effects? I don't see much different from a hot tub and a warm bath

> except maybe time.

>

>

> I have a programable zapper GB-4000 and have been using their pre-set

> programs for lymph drain, edema. At PT they have a zapper that runs 80 and

150hz

> frequencies that help to move lymph fluids. I also tried my Amega wand

> which does not seem to reduce the pain. I also have a cold medical laser that

> reduces pain but was afraid to use it because I was afraid it might create

> blood clots. A laser therapist on another list said it would be OK to try

> the laser.

> Brickey

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

My knee gradually went down. So gradually that I didn't even notice the swelling

had gone until long after, I think. The new knee is still larger than the old

one. The flex is almost even. At 2 1/2 weeks, you have a long way to go. I

found that heat was better than cold. We had a big discussion about this here

some months ago. I'm not partial to hot tubs, nor do I take baths. ( Relax,

all. I shower). I think they don't want your body temperatures to rise so

much.

I had none of the tools you mentioned. The PT had some machine whose name I

can't remember, but the tingling felt good. Now, 8 months on, the left side

tingles when I rub the right. Keep at it! Your life is just around the corner.

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: " Skippyfj@... " <Skippyfj@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Tue, August 3, 2010 7:19:42 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

2 1/2 weeks after TKR and my DR said OK to do pool PT and take baths again.

Still lots of edema now in upper thigh muscles and the knee joint. They

said no to using a hot tub maybe even for one year, cold water OK but not hot

water. I am wondering if anyone tried the hot tub after TKR and what are

the bad effects? I don't see much different from a hot tub and a warm bath

except maybe time.

I have a programable zapper GB-4000 and have been using their pre-set

programs for lymph drain, edema. At PT they have a zapper that runs 80 and 150hz

frequencies that help to move lymph fluids. I also tried my Amega wand

which does not seem to reduce the pain. I also have a cold medical laser that

reduces pain but was afraid to use it because I was afraid it might create

blood clots. A laser therapist on another list said it would be OK to try

the laser.

Brickey

[Guest guest]

I have had my right knee replacement for 11 years now and its never gone

back to the same size as my own knee on the other side,

I have no problems with it whatsoever no pain perfect range of movement, its

just bigger than the other.

the machine you were talking about sounds like the old Tens machine., sends

an electric type current.

-- Re: TKR

My knee gradually went down. So gradually that I didn't even notice the

swelling

had gone until long after, I think. The new knee is still larger than the

old

one. The flex is almost even. At 2 1/2 weeks, you have a long way to go.

I

found that heat was better than cold. We had a big discussion about this

here

some months ago. I'm not partial to hot tubs, nor do I take baths. ( Relax,

all. I shower). I think they don't want your body temperatures to rise so

much.

I had none of the tools you mentioned. The PT had some machine whose name I

can't remember, but the tingling felt good. Now, 8 months on, the left side

tingles when I rub the right. Keep at it! Your life is just around the

corner.

All the best, Joan

------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hi , Yes, that's it. It was the best part of going to PT.

Did you " dead zone " ever get better?

Joan

________________________________

From: Waspe <mary.waspe@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Wed, August 4, 2010 11:07:52 AM

Subject: Re: TKR

I have had my right knee replacement for 11 years now and its never gone

back to the same size as my own knee on the other side,

I have no problems with it whatsoever no pain perfect range of movement, its

just bigger than the other.

the machine you were talking about sounds like the old Tens machine., sends

an electric type current.

-- Re: TKR

My knee gradually went down. So gradually that I didn't even notice the

swelling

had gone until long after, I think. The new knee is still larger than the

old

one. The flex is almost even. At 2 1/2 weeks, you have a long way to go.

I

found that heat was better than cold. We had a big discussion about this

here

some months ago. I'm not partial to hot tubs, nor do I take baths. ( Relax,

all. I shower). I think they don't want your body temperatures to rise so

much.

I had none of the tools you mentioned. The PT had some machine whose name I

can't remember, but the tingling felt good. Now, 8 months on, the left side

tingles when I rub the right. Keep at it! Your life is just around the

corner.

All the best, Joan

------------------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hi - I'm glad I'm not the only one who can't do 10,000 each day. My dog

is my motivation - we walk every day, some walks are longer than others. If I

didn't have my dog I'd be stuck with the treadmill and I know I'd have to really

force myself to use it. Hang in there!

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was watching

the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again but

bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

re-bounder after TKR.

Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

Brickey

[Guest guest]

Hi , I really find it strange that you walked for 4 hours and only logged

1,000 steps. You should have made the 10,000 easily. I calibrated my

pedometer with two other walkers and we were pretty much even, so I know it is

working correctly. Did you get it at tones? I had one of theirs, and it

was pretty good for a while. I now have a " fitbit " which has a dashboard on my

computer that I can log into with calorie intake and exercise. My

daughter-in-law gave it to me for Christmas. I love it!

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: F. <celtictrek@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 2:49:09 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

I have trouble with the 10,000 steps, too. We have a " doll house " , so walking

from one end to the other isn't very many steps. I went to an outdoor craft

festival with my daughter and grandson Saturday. We were there for 4 hours, but

I still logged only around 1000 steps! I think I'm going to recalibrate my

stride for my pedometer, because I'm walking better than when I first set it up.

I don't know if that will make my stride different, but it's worth a shot. I

tell myself every nice day to go for a walk. But I live on a country road with

no sidewalks that people tend to drive crazy on. There are blind spots and it's

really scary! Sometimes I take my life in hands just crossing the street to get

the mail! So I have to get in my car and drive to the park or high school for a

walk. Usually that destroys my motivation right there! I do have a treadmill,

but it's old & loud! LOL! I'm the queen of excuses, aren't I?

F.

________________________________

From: Joan Kell <kell_joan@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 2:52:22 AM

Subject: Re: TKR

Hi , I wear a pedometer, and if I am short of my goal, I go for a walk.

The only problem is weather. Yesterday it was really windy and cold, and as we

just got back from a cruise, I did not have the energy. I did do my crunches

and free weights in the morning, so I did not feel badly by not getting my steps

in. I also cooked an elaborate meal with venison sausages that took two hours

of kitchen work. As I have a small kitchen here, that did not add up to a lot

of steps, but I was on my feet a lot!

Today is another day and I will get my steps in!

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: Bentley <sbentley@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Sun, August 29, 2010 11:08:16 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

Joan - How do you manage 10,000 steps a day? I've tried and just can't do it.

My stride is nearly 3 feet in length and I'm lucky to get 5,000 steps. I'll

never get 10,000. Congratulations on meeting your goal!

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was watching

the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again but

bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

re-bounder after TKR.

Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

Brickey

[Guest guest]

It is only about four feet across and off the ground many a foot.....BARB

Re: TKR

What's s rebounder?

Jackie on

Borntodrum.org

Womendrummers.org

Girightshotline.org

510-332-5998

On Aug 29, 2010, at 11:59 AM, Skippyfj@... wrote:

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Barb, A foot with a TKR is as good as a mile. No thank you! I'd rather

spend four hours on the courts!

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: BARB <barbmch@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 5:23:00 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

It is only about four feet across and off the ground many a foot.....BARB

Re: TKR

What's s rebounder?

Jackie on

Borntodrum.org

Womendrummers.org

Girightshotline.org

510-332-5998

On Aug 29, 2010, at 11:59 AM, Skippyfj@... wrote:

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

It is not me who uses the rebounder......someone else mentioned using one

and then the questions of what it was started up. BARB

Re: TKR

What's s rebounder?

Jackie on

Borntodrum.org

Womendrummers.org

Girightshotline.org

510-332-5998

On Aug 29, 2010, at 11:59 AM, Skippyfj@... wrote:

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

I hate walking but do love that tennis!!!!  I should be back on the court next

spring and I can't wait!!!!!!!  It's been way to long!!!!!  Banks

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

My doctor told me not to get on the treadmill at all.  After I have my TKR on

the 16th, will I be able to use the treadmill again? 

in  TX

[Guest guest]

Hmmm...let me add that to my reasons to get a dog!

F.

________________________________

From: Bentley <sbentley@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 10:45:32 AM

Subject: Re: TKR

Hi - I'm glad I'm not the only one who can't do 10,000 each day. My dog

is my motivation - we walk every day, some walks are longer than others. If I

didn't have my dog I'd be stuck with the treadmill and I know I'd have to really

force myself to use it. Hang in there!

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was watching

the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again but

bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

re-bounder after TKR.

Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

Brickey

[Guest guest]

Mine's an Omron. I got it from the 350 Store at Cleveland Clinic. It has a

program I can put on my computer, but I never did.

We were at the clinic today and we had to go from end to the other & back again.

I logged 4472 steps for that. That's 1.62 miles.

Of course, I wasn't walking steady for the 4 hours. Lots of stops & starts.

Who knows...I'm just happy I could be on my feet that long without pain 9

months after my TKR.

F.

________________________________

From: Joan Kell <kell_joan@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 10:59:59 AM

Subject: Re: TKR

Hi , I really find it strange that you walked for 4 hours and only logged

1,000 steps. You should have made the 10,000 easily. I calibrated my

pedometer with two other walkers and we were pretty much even, so I know it is

working correctly. Did you get it at tones? I had one of theirs, and it

was pretty good for a while. I now have a " fitbit " which has a dashboard on my

computer that I can log into with calorie intake and exercise. My

daughter-in-law gave it to me for Christmas. I love it!

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: F. <celtictrek@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 2:49:09 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

I have trouble with the 10,000 steps, too. We have a " doll house " , so walking

from one end to the other isn't very many steps. I went to an outdoor craft

festival with my daughter and grandson Saturday. We were there for 4 hours, but

I still logged only around 1000 steps! I think I'm going to recalibrate my

stride for my pedometer, because I'm walking better than when I first set it up.

I don't know if that will make my stride different, but it's worth a shot. I

tell myself every nice day to go for a walk. But I live on a country road with

no sidewalks that people tend to drive crazy on. There are blind spots and it's

really scary! Sometimes I take my life in hands just crossing the street to get

the mail! So I have to get in my car and drive to the park or high school for a

walk. Usually that destroys my motivation right there! I do have a treadmill,

but it's old & loud! LOL! I'm the queen of excuses, aren't I?

F.

________________________________

From: Joan Kell <kell_joan@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 2:52:22 AM

Subject: Re: TKR

Hi , I wear a pedometer, and if I am short of my goal, I go for a walk.

The only problem is weather. Yesterday it was really windy and cold, and as we

just got back from a cruise, I did not have the energy. I did do my crunches

and free weights in the morning, so I did not feel badly by not getting my steps

in. I also cooked an elaborate meal with venison sausages that took two hours

of kitchen work. As I have a small kitchen here, that did not add up to a lot

of steps, but I was on my feet a lot!

Today is another day and I will get my steps in!

All the best, Joan

________________________________

From: Bentley <sbentley@...>

Joint Replacement

Sent: Sun, August 29, 2010 11:08:16 PM

Subject: Re: TKR

Joan - How do you manage 10,000 steps a day? I've tried and just can't do it.

My stride is nearly 3 feet in length and I'm lucky to get 5,000 steps. I'll

never get 10,000. Congratulations on meeting your goal!

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was watching

the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again but

bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

re-bounder after TKR.

Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

Brickey

[Guest guest]

Nothing better than a good dog ;o)

Dorie Madsen

Re: TKR

Hi - I'm glad I'm not the only one who can't do 10,000 each day. My dog

is my motivation - we walk every day, some walks are longer than others. If I

didn't have my dog I'd be stuck with the treadmill and I know I'd have to really

force myself to use it. Hang in there!

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was watching

the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again but

bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

re-bounder after TKR.

Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

Brickey

[Guest guest]

I tried the treadmill once and it was very painful. I could do 45 minutes

on the bike or the elliptical with no problem. But the treadmaill really

hurt. My sister had the same experience. I was interested to see that some

people use the treadmill and seem fine.

This is one to ask your doc about.

Best wishes for your surgery!

Peace,

Jackie

--

Jackie on

Jackiett@...

R-TKR 3-19-09

L-TKR 9-1-09

Dr. Patch

On 8/30/10 5:48 PM, " kjc " <k_j_cotten@...> wrote:

> My doctor told me not to get on the treadmill at all.  After I have my TKR on

> the 16th, will I be able to use the treadmill again? 

>

> in  TX

>

[Guest guest]

Think how great it will be, LB...and you'll be so full of energy!  They'd better

look out!  Congrats, girl, you sure do deserve it!

 

Lynn

It is better to wear out than rust out - Bishop Cumberland

                   Here's my art blog:  http://www.adreamseyeview.blogspot.com/

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

My doc told me the treadmill wasn't the best for good or bad knees so I leave

the boring thing alone!!! Banks

From: kjc <k_j_cotten@...>

Subject: Re: TKR

Joint Replacement

Date: Monday, August 30, 2010, 7:48 PM

 

My doctor told me not to get on the treadmill at all.  After I have my TKR on

the 16th, will I be able to use the treadmill again? 

in  TX

[Guest guest]

Thanks Lynn!!! Banks

> My PT said to expect swelling on my TKR for 12 to 18 months. I was

> watching

> the 700 club TV show where DR Don Colbert said a re-bounder can increase

> the lymph flow from 15 to 30 times. I started using my re-bounder again

> but

> bouncing vice stepping or jumping. My PT had not heard of using a

> re-bounder after TKR.

>

> Has any other TJR tried using the re-bounder?

> Brickey

>

>

[Guest guest]

Not sure I understand the reasoning behind this (no treadmill). My OS told me

all he wanted me to do post-surgery was walk walk walk. The only reason he said

to stay off the treadmill - at that time - was the possibility of a fall.

Little did he know how many times I would fall walking outside my house! No

harm done, thank goodness. At least with a treadmill you have rails to hold

onto.

RTKR - 9/16/09

OS: Coon, St. Helena, CA

Re: TKR

Joint Replacement

Date: Monday, August 30, 2010, 7:48 PM

My doctor told me not to get on the treadmill at all. After I have my TKR on

the 16th, will I be able to use the treadmill again?

in TX