Well tomorrow at 8:00am I'll be getting my 2nd total knee replacement.....

[a kennedy]

Had the first one (left) done 5 years ago. Really should have had this one (right) done 2 years ago. But issues arose that didn’t allow till now, and I’m soooooooo nervous not really for the surgery, but all the stuff afterwards. All the PT appts, how I’m gonna drive to the store for food. Drugs to pick up from pharmacy for husband and me. Just all the living we’ll have to do and both of us will do it with walkers!!!! Ugh, just dreading it. Oh and of course we get a damn snow storm. I’m just so nervous, I want it all to be over and have Spring start. Sorry for being so whiny.

[badhair77]

1. Whine away.

I totally get it; I’ve been there. Too many things taking over your mind. It will all work out - one thing at a time. Sending good vibes your way for a successful surgery and quick recovery. Please keep us updated.

[a kennedy]

6. Thank you.......yah, almost can't deal with my mind stuff.....ugh

[Scrivener7]

2. You can do this! You know how. You've done it before. You just have to get through the

first few weeks, and do the work. And you know it'll be so much better when you do.

Best of the best to you, and hang in there. You can do it!

Tell us how you do.

[a kennedy]

7. I know, it's just so overwhelming at times......

Thanks.

[Scrivener7]

19. I'm sure. Hang in there. You'll get through.

[Croney]

3. Oh I'm jealous! I should have scheduled mine already,

but I need to wait until some upcoming trips are behind me. My second knee will be the end for me-- I've done both hips, both shoulders, and one knee.

I know exactly the things you're dreading, but a month from now you'll be well on your way to the rest of a pain-free life! Congratulations! 💥💥💥

[a kennedy]

11. Wow, you're the replacement pro here eh??

Thanks for the support, you’re my hero.

[Croney]

20. Thank you! Arthritis loves me. 🤪

[Walleye]

4. I don't blame you one bit you should be nervous about it it's scary

However once you get through it it should be better. I had both of mine done 10 years ago and so far so good. I know how you feel with the pre-operation pre-procedure pre-recovery nervousness. Get the doctor to give you something if you need it, the best of luck and outcomes for you

[a kennedy]

12. May-be I should smoke my weed eh??

Thank you for your thoughts.

[gademocrat7]

5. Wishing you well

on your knee replacement. Take care.

[a kennedy]

13. Thanks

[whathehell]

8. I know exactly how you feel..

as I am also facing my 2nd knee replacement, though mine is as yet unscheduled.
You mentioned the difficulty of getting around, especially with the snow -- Have you considered putting it off until the Spring?..That's what I'm doing..It could be a lot easier for you.

[a kennedy]

14. My surgery has been scheduled since September, and it's my 3rd time

trying to get it done…..I really didn’t think of the weather, I just wanted to get it done, and now, we are in winter. I’ll just suck it up and be so happy when it’s over.

[whathehell]

21. Yes, I've canceled a couple of surgeries myself

with the doctor's offices being less than pleased, but that said, I think it's best to do what works for you, since you're the one going through the ordeal.
I'm just wondering -- If your husband also has mobility issues, is there a friend, neighbor or relative who can help you out with driving and shopping, etc??

[a kennedy]

23. Yah, my neighbor is actually bringing me to surgery, and he did say call him for

anything, so I might do that.

[whathehell]

29. Oh, that's good..

You do have someone you can rely on, then...I wish you the best of luck with it all.

[Quakerfriend]

9. Wishing you a smooth surgery and rehab!

-Hope u get some good sleep tonight.
- One nice thing- You’ll have plenty of time to watch the Australian Open. 😉

[a kennedy]

15. Thank you, yah, sleep, what's that??? Ha, ha, ha

Right, Australian Open Looking forward to it.

[montanacowboy]

10. My Sister just had one done

she is going through PT now and it's a bitch. I hope it goes well for you.

[a kennedy]

16. So sorry for her......will send her good vibes to get through it. It's a huge

commitment. Thanks.

[XanaDUer2]

17. Good luck nt

[a kennedy]

18. Thank you.

[doc03]

22. I hope it goes well nt

[a kennedy]

24. Yah, me as well, I do fine if I don't dwell on stuff. Just getting it done will

start me on the healing path, and it’ll all be over before I know it.

[10 Turtle Day]

25. Hope it goes well!

I had my second one done last year. I recommend calling in all your friends for rides to PT, groceries, meals, ice runs, etc. It’s difficult for me to ask for help but I did and friends and family really stepped up. I hope your experiences are as good as mine.

[dem4decades]

26. All of you are brave, I need at least one knee replaced, if not two and keep putting it off. Good luck tomorrow.

And have a successful rehab and recovery.

[a kennedy]

32. It's a huge deal......but ya gotta do it.

[Bayard]

27. Best wishes for a fast recovery

We are here for your whining pleasure!

[a kennedy]

33. Thank you......on my way now, I know it'll go by fast, it's just going through it.

[Warpy]

28. You get to whine

This stuff can be scary. If you haven't seen the videos of the surgery, postpone them until 6 months from now. Trust me on this.

The hardest part will be day after tomorrow, when you get out of bed for the first time, your toughest trip.

Rehab goes astonishingly quickly. When PT gives you exercises to do, be sure to do them. They will shorten your recovery.

[a kennedy]

34. I am not watching the video, couldn't believe all the stuff in the operating room....

yikes, tons of stuff for the replacement parts. Yup doing my home exercises, and will faithfully do the PT exercises. Thanks for the info tho about the video.

[Scrivener7]

30. How did it go? How are you doing??

[a kennedy]

31. I should have written yesterday when I got home.....

Actually doing pretty good......taking pain meds, have started my home exercises, and feeling pretty good. Got my 1st PT appointment tomorrow hopefully I won’t have to cancel as we’re in line for possible 8 - 12 inches of snow. Can’t believe all the drugs I might have to take.......yikes. 3 pain meds, and a few other for other side effects. A ton of paperwork with all the possible side effects. Wow. So on my way to walking, and doing things I couldn’t do before. Thanks for the interest.

[Scrivener7]

35. Don't skimp on the pain meds these first days. So glad you have come through it so well.

Keep us posted on your recovery.

You did it!!