Originally Posted by Deedles
Desi..I know, I'm trying to keep my eye on the prize at the end!
I was thinking about 3 weeks and I should be able to quilt or sew a little between sessions. Oh well!
I'm going to have the right one done first so I'm prepared for no driving...just trying to get mentally prepared an what to expect!!!
Deedles, my husband is 19 days post op on a knee replacement. He is only taking pain meds to facilitate his physical therapy - his knee hurts when he is doing his exercises but does not hurt the rest of the time.
He did have pain when his leg was down for about the first two weeks (elevated with ice feels so good!) but is now able to sit with his leg down for 'awhile' without pain.
My husband's Dr told him to do whatever he feels like doing - he'll know if he does too much because his knee will hurt.
So....everyone is unique - your surgery will be unlike anyone else's. And if you have a second, the second may not be like the first. Best of luck to you!