me the day after surgery
about to unveil the mess under the bandage...
That would be the front of my knee even though it looks like the back
knee from my point of view
Dr. Thrower putting my knee brace back on
The follow up with the surgeon went good. He asked me if I could compare this time to the last knee surgery and I said I thought this one was a little bit easier. I guess I'm a pro at this stuff now or something. I seem to be moving around a lot better on my own and didn't need assistance getting to the bathroom today which was a - big accomplishment- if you can imagine. The CPM machine broke on me today, so they had to bring a new one. I think the big difference between how I'm dealing with this surgery compared to the last one is that I'm not so scared of every little movment that I make. I talked with my physical therapist and he game me some exercises and have my first offical session on Monday.
One thing I suggest to anyone who is about to get knee surgery is to get an i-pad. It's a fun toy when television gets old quick. Also be prepared with lots of ice. The ice machine that is hooked up to my leg goes through a bag a day.
- The pain killers have killed my appetite.
- My stitches are itchy and I want to scratch them off.
- I'm up to 55 degrees on the CPM machine
- I haven't showered in 3 days now.
One thing I suggest to anyone who is about to get knee surgery is to get an i-pad. It's a fun toy when television gets old quick. Also be prepared with lots of ice. The ice machine that is hooked up to my leg goes through a bag a day.
- The pain killers have killed my appetite.
- My stitches are itchy and I want to scratch them off.
- I'm up to 55 degrees on the CPM machine
- I haven't showered in 3 days now.
