5 days post-op

[Kostas]

Wishing you a Speedy recovery Vanessa !

[brandrea]

I hope you’re back to playing hopscotch sooner than later Vanessa

Get well soon, and take each day at a time

[1William]

Hope you have a speedy recovery.

[Andad]

Sorry to read about you knee problem young lady but you are looking good.

Take it easy with the rehab and don't push too hard.

Hope you are up and about soon.

Eddie.

[RW16610]

Here's to a speedy recovery, Vanessa

[77T]

Much success on your recovery and hope you are up and around as soon as possible.

My brother has had both knees replaced (a year apart) and I know how much it can improve your mobility.

Being watchful of therapy and rehab protocols is the key to your outcome.


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[Hpozzuoli]

Best of luck in a speedy recovery. I need to have my hip done and will be in your position relatively soon.

[Vanessa CW21]

Originally Posted by dmash

When I had surgery after I tore my ACL and both meniscus......this thing was a godsend. SO much nicer than direct ice, truly gave some decent relief.



Get well soon, knee surgery sucks!

Thanks, yeah it does!
This ice machine is nice but doesn't provide any pressure, so it's not exactly like what you had.
I can't wait for the day where I feel "better" than the day before. The pain meds haven't been right for me, so I'm suffering quite a bit more than I feel I should



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[Vanessa CW21]

Originally Posted by Hpozzuoli

Best of luck in a speedy recovery. I need to have my hip done and will be in your position relatively soon.

Good luck! I've heard about hip replacements with fantastic results

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[Vanessa CW21]

Again, thank you all for the well wishes! I truly appreciate your time put in to type the message.



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[PLNYC]

Get well soon! We have the same watch tan

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Vanessa CW21

Thanks, yeah it does!
This ice machine is nice but doesn't provide any pressure, so it's not exactly like what you had.
I can't wait for the day where I feel "better" than the day before. The pain meds haven't been right for me, so I'm suffering quite a bit more than I feel I should



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One day at a time. Things will get better. My 12 yr old daughter just got a full set of braces on her teeth today. Giving her Ibuprofen and telling her in a day or two things will feel better.

[Bruin Watch]

Good to see a familiar name pop in here.

Sounds like you are in good hands at home!

Best wishes on a safe and speedy recovery!

[offrdmania]

Just saw this, get well soon Vanessa!

[cajunron]

Get well soon Vanessa! I wish you a super speedy recovery!

[s2h904]

All the best for a quick recovery and a pain free knee. My brother(50) just had his done on July 3rd-he will be inpatient at Brooks Rehab for 3 weeks then outpatient rehab(tbd how long).

Recovery time will not be overnight but hopefully both of you will be on the mend soon.

Take care-Scott

[dmash]

Originally Posted by Vanessa CW21

Thanks, yeah it does!
This ice machine is nice but doesn't provide any pressure, so it's not exactly like what you had.
I can't wait for the day where I feel "better" than the day before. The pain meds haven't been right for me, so I'm suffering quite a bit more than I feel I should



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I had my surgery when I was playing sports and super athletic at 15, I couldn't imagine having it done now at about twice that age. I wish you the best of luck, hopefully things turn around for you! Just remember the physical therapy is just as important as the surgery itself!

[ejvette]

wow speedy recovery Vanessa knees are brutal !

[schoolboy]

Best wishes Vanessa, hope you recover well and soon

[Tri-Tip]

Originally Posted by Vanessa CW21

Still in the U.S. for now. My husband is home with me for a couple of weeks, treating me like a queen
The surgeons decided this was the best course of action. I've had 6 surgeries in this knee before, dating back 20 to 2 years, and there wasn't anything left to do to fix it.
I'm 38, so this wasn't a light decision from either parties.



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Hope you have an easy recovery.

I used to work with a guy that needed this on both knees. He put it off for over 20 years, finally bit the bullet in his late 60's and did both at once.

After 2 months he was mad at himself that he hadn't done it years before and instead chose to suffer.

[Vanessa CW21]

Originally Posted by Tri-Tip

Hope you have an easy recovery.

I used to work with a guy that needed this on both knees. He put it off for over 20 years, finally bit the bullet in his late 60's and did both at once.

After 2 months he was mad at himself that he hadn't done it years before and instead chose to suffer.

Thanks. I know that's the most common story I keep hearing. I'm only a week out now and the pain is pretty severe, but nothing I didn't expect. It is just so inconvenient, especially since I'm usually a very active, involved and busy mom! This plain sucks!

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[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Vanessa CW21

Thanks. I know that's the most common story I keep hearing. I'm only a week out now and the pain is pretty severe, but nothing I didn't expect. It is just so inconvenient, especially since I'm usually a very active, involved and busy mom! This plain sucks!

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How many children and what age? I see one in your pic. Is he giving Mom lot's of love and compassion?

[Vanessa CW21]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

How many children and what age? I see one in your pic. Is he giving Mom lot's of love and compassion?

Oh yeah, they're great helpers! 7yo boy and 9yo girl. They're in dance, swimming, and baking camp and I am their personal chauffeur, cheerleader, cook, maid, story teller, etc. so to now have to leave it all up to my husband is tough to say it mildly


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[Vanessa CW21]

Here's us a month ago.

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[TheVTCGuy]

Beautiful kids Vanessa :) I see they take after their mother.

My friend and neighbor had his replaced and like has been said so many times on here was just upset he waited so long. He goes hiking in the same mountains I do!!!! You are going to be up and around in no time.

[swils8610]

Hope your feeling a little better each day


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[mfer]

Keep it up Vanessa. In this case no pain no gain applies. I’ve known a couple people who have gone through similar situations. PT is the key and it hurts in the beginning. You can do it!!!!!!

[Vanessa CW21]

Originally Posted by mfer

Keep it up Vanessa. In this case no pain no gain applies. I’ve known a couple people who have gone through similar situations. PT is the key and it hurts in the beginning. You can do it!!!!!!

Thanks. I know I know, PT is my friend! I've been there hundreds of time. This was my 19th surgery so I understand the process, unfortunately.
Thank you for the encouragement!

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[rmurphy]

Best wishes to you and your family.


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[dddrees]

Wow, good luck with your recovery. It’s been about six weeks since my knee operation but it was just a repair and I’m back at work. Nothing when compared to yours I’m sure.