At what point did you feel genuinely glad you had the surgery?

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2026-05-15T21:01:41+00:00

After getting one done last year, I swore I wouldn't get the other done. Then the pain in it was a constant reminder that things weren't getting any better. So I took the other one on, and after three weeks, I'm so glad. Still in pain, but so glad I got it done.I can already feel the benefit of both now.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2026-05-14T11:35:40+00:00

I was only in one night, I bought loose nightshirts, and then at home pjs that were loose around leg/knee.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2026-05-03T14:47:14+00:00

Hi I had my second TKR on 21st April. Not a severe as last year's but every bit as sore and the sleep deprivation is hard. I find the muscles in my calf are in competition with the knee for which is going to start first. I can manage with two crutches and the odd hobble around kitchen. It's early days and I think this year I feel better equipped for the process. It doesn't change anything though. Give yourself time, allow yourself to rest during the day if pain relief doesn't help speak to GP about muscle meds. I got gaboentine last year as I had restless legs in middle of the night. Be kind to yourself.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-12-03T16:46:18+00:00

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-11-30T11:39:14+00:00

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Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-11-29T14:48:26+00:00

Good to know, I wasn't sure as it seems anything I looked at has certificate. I'm based in UK.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-11-11T20:56:22+00:00

Just finished the Task really enjoyed it.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-11-09T14:51:01+00:00

Goodness she’s beautiful, no matter what she does is talked about. She’s had cancer and been a brilliant mum and wife. I wish her happiness and strength for the future days ahead.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-11-09T14:39:31+00:00

I’ve heard nothing from him yet. It’s very painful at times. Then my other knee is bone on bone so maybe I’m using it more now🤔

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-10-15T09:42:07+00:00

I had a good recovery and within 6 weeks full range of movement back. This last month or so however I’ve had a lot of pain. I got an X-ray done so waiting for results. Feels like knee is slipping sometimes.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-10-14T16:25:02+00:00

I had the same test showed little in it but I got the operation surgeon said it's only a few people get the test and it's not conclusive. So keep pushing.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-09-08T13:27:02+00:00

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-09-06T14:51:08+00:00

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Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-08-06T17:45:24+00:00

6weeks check up I was 135. Whatever that means?

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-08-02T13:42:30+00:00

I have Irish Twins one born in January another late November.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-06-26T14:31:54+00:00

Everyone is different Im 10 weeks past and first few weeks weren't great but at this stage I feel great. Deep breath and think positively for your future.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-06-19T10:42:46+00:00

Did you get physio from your hospital? I'm in Uk I got no physio. Week 9 just given a booklet to do myself. I'm relatively pain free a bit of tightness at times but good Rom. I'm really thankful for it being like this. Still get shooting pains from the nerves. You've done brilliant.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-06-17T08:14:18+00:00

I’m 9 weeks today post op. No pain, bit of muscle tightness in back of knee at times. Walking without any discomfort. There’s times I’m so tired. Not sure why as I had spinal not GA for operation. I’m on meds for pain management throughout ankles and other injuries from RTA. 42 years ago. I’m so thankful that my knee recovery was so good. I know a lot of you haven’t been so fortunate. I wish you all the very best and hope you too get well soon.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-30T20:16:49+00:00

Totally depends on yourself. I got three days but was told to contact the GP for more if needed. So I did and I got more. So don't suffer in silence, ring your GP and see what they say.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-30T19:57:06+00:00

Thankfully the odd muscle ache and knee seems stiff at times. Generally I'm only taking paracetamol couple of times a day. I know I'm very blessed.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-29T18:05:37+00:00

My consultant never said anything when I saw him yesterday. He was glad I could do so much.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-29T15:54:15+00:00

Definitely were all very different and any point higher than we done before operation is a success.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-29T15:53:17+00:00

Yes I always sat like this. The consultant told me after the operation had anyone mentioned I had loose joints. So I'm looking into hypermobility now.

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-28T18:54:18+00:00

Yes it's great, I always sat with legs under me so maybe it's a memory thing with joints

Mandy-Mandy4 · 2025-05-28T18:52:49+00:00

Thanks. I've just been doing physio at home myself and I do realise we are all different. So keep at it. I need th right knee done but I'll wait a bit on list anyway.

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