I finally went ahead with the operation I was lucky to be referred from NHS to a local private hospital where I had previously an operation with the same surgeon some years ago.I am six days post op , totally bruised having terrible trouble with some of my the exercises but perseverance is the way. Although I am off milk and cooked food but I suppose that’s not a bad thing 😜😜I was told in hospital before I left that by bend was 80 . Not sure how to measure at home. Seeing the surgeon and physio next week. Just want to say thank you all for your encouragement and will keep you posted
Laila,
Estoy a 11 días de la operación. Te deseo lo mejor. También tengo problemas con los ejercicios y los moretones. Me duele el tobillo tanto como la rodilla. Mi médico de cabecera cambió mis medicamentos para el dolor hoy, así que espero que podamos descansar esta noche. Aunque somos ciudadanos mayores, aún trabajamos y me siento mal por mi esposo por tener que equilibrar el trabajo y ayudarme. Es un gran tipo. Mantennos informados sobre tu progreso.
You have a great attitude. Just keep going. The bend can be measured as a right angle comparison at 90 degrees. Then try to bend a little more forwards and back each day by using a sliding motion on plastic mat or anything which facilitates a smooth movement. YouTube has some great examples from physios and health professionals. Time is a great healer. xx
Estoy usando una bandeja de té de plástico. Funciona bien. He notado una ligera mejora.
Try not to get number focused, it should come. Keep it moving regularly. Slow and steady! Exercises are challenging but just do what you can and accept what you cannot and keep plugging away! Rest is also important remember. Getting swelling down will help, ice, elevate as much as you can, good wishes to you!
Hi there I am 65 and choose to work, my husband is 66 and been retired for some years and loves it . He is doing all the work now bless him and I can see by the end of the day that It shows on him.
Thank you Lyn for your good advice. YouTube have a good selection I was not aware of . Will follow some of theirs
Thank you Jennie for your words of encouragement, I just want to blink I find it it’s all over, but will Cary on regardless
I found arnica gel good for the bruises!
Lo recordaré. Gracias.