It seems that I keep moving backwards. I had pkr in July, did all my exercises, and rom was good. I could do 30 minutes of mild laps, eased into walking my 10,000 steps, and was able to ride my bike everyday. Also continued with my quad exercises everyday. I have never been totally pain free, but did feel some improvement. Three weeks ago, I was 10 minutes into my swim and felt a twinge in my knee. Stopped right away. I was unable to put any weight on it. I have seen two ortho docs. First one said my pkr surgeon messed up and I need revision. Clearly, I am not ready to accept that. Second doc has ordered MRI on lumbar as it might be nerve damage. I have excruciating pain running from thigh to medial side and sometimes down lateral side. When I walk, I am only able to walk stiff legged. At this point, I am having trouble trusting anyone. Has anyone experienced anything like this?
Hi Sue
So sorry you going through all this at this point . You are 10months? That is still early .
I had PKR two years ago may 19. I too got right back into exercises etc .
However and that is a big however , when I did too much I paid the price . As soon as knee did not feel right I backed right off and laid low for days with ice, rest, and elevation . And that still goes for now . I can not do 10000 steps plus biking each day . Way too much .
I do not believe I / we can ever workout at the level we did previous .
Maybe just ice as much as you can , elevate the knee and rest as much as possible .
It may turn around , I really take care now if knee because of going through exactly what you are a few times . Finally learned my lesson .🤷🏻♀️
Debbie
Thank you, Debbie. I have been resting and icing, too. I was led to believe I could return to my normal lifestyle by the end of the first year, with little restriction. I am just so very discouraged. If I had this to do over, I would never have had the surgery. At least with the osteo and bone on bone, I knew what to expect and I knew how to control it.
I hope one you keep progressing!
Sue
Yup me too but it’s not true at least not for me . I have changed many activities and was in great shape prior .
I thought you would get More replies . I would have liked to read others comments . You never know what prompts people to respond . I’ve learned that one too !
It would have been helpful to hear what others are experiencing. It’s spring, so maybe everyone is outside enjoying the warmer weather!!