Encouraging physio appt

Bones, joints and muscles
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I am now 3 and a half weeks post Patello-femoral replacement and just got back from my second outpatient physio.  Got given the go ahead to do "proper" stairs going up and to experiment with going down.  No need for a crutch in the house but continue with one outside. Four five minute sessions on exercise bike a day and, whoopee!, sit in the car at the end the week and see how using the clutch goes and if OK try a short drive.

Given that last week I had a big meltdown with tears and frustration, it is so interesting to see how things move in fits and starts - you think you are getting nowhere and then suddenly there is real progress.  I am so grateful to the people on this forum for sharing so much information and helpful experiences.

Onwards and upwards!

Alison

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Great news.

Am just back from getting staples out of knee number two TKR so, like uou, feel like I've taken another step in the right direction.

Staples though in this day and age!  What are some consultants thinking of!

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I had staples too but only 17 as incision much shorter for a PFKR.  I guess they just go with the system they like.  My surgeon seems to be well thought of so I guess he just likes staples.  Scar is looking OK.  

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yes forum like these can help i read them as sometimes with the pain and tears you feel you are all alone so they can help