Vic303 Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Well I had my knee surgery. Luckily it was NOTHING like Darlene's! Just arthroscopy to get rid of some meniscus damage in the knee. But I figured it was better to do it NOW before it got worse. Right now, the worst (most painful) thing is the headache I have! The pain meds onboard for the knee are pretty good...tomorrow it will be another story! All for now--the meds are kicking in and I am sleepy! --Vic Link to comment
nana9 Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Enjoy your sleep and hope the headach goes away and you don't have much knee pain tonight or the next few days. Will keep you in the prayers. Link to comment
rootdiggr Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 When I had my meniscus "scraping" a few years back, I was shocked at how little pain I had. I was calling my manager and begging to be allowed to come back to work within a few days, but the doctor would not sign off until 10 days!!! I suppose that if I had more sick leave saved up, I would not have minded so much. Glad you got it over with. Link to comment
Becca_Anne Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Glad your surgery went so well! Hope your recovery continues to be smooth! Link to comment
Darlene Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Hey! I've had arthroscopic surgery too! I've had it all when it comes to the knees! lol You just take care of yourself and take it easy, and don't forget to get your PT! Link to comment
Momo Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 I'm glad you are doing so well. A friend of mine had knee replacement surgery nearly 2 weeks ago and the pain is still awful. I have a feeling he won't return to get his other knee done after all the trouble and pain he's had. Link to comment
Vic303 Posted July 13, 2007 Author Share Posted July 13, 2007 Well I slept great last night--kids are stying with friends for two days, so no middle-of-the-night interruptions from 3-4-5yr olds! Knee is tender today but not bad. Flexing it is not painful, but weightbearing is a bit sore. I'm lucky in that I am 'permitted' to put some weight on it. --Vic Link to comment
HSmom Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Praying for a quick recovery for you Vic. Link to comment
Deblyn Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 I also had that surgery and they also had to make an additional incision. Just be careful about over doing it. I thought I was out of the woods a couple months later and had a day where I was standing on my feet all day at work. My ankle swelled up so bad that it was about 2 inches over my shoe. I hope you have a quick recovery! Link to comment
jeanettecentaur Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Visualizing a speedy recovery... take care... Link to comment
Jewlzm Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Glad all went well. Praying for a quick recovery. Link to comment
mistylady Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 I hope you have a quick recovery! Link to comment
Vic303 Posted July 14, 2007 Author Share Posted July 14, 2007 I appreciate all the prayers my friends! DH & I got outta the house for a bit today--he's sooooo sweet taking care of me! I love it! He even held an umbrella over me as I crutched into the car & house during the latest downpour! He even voluntarily slept on the couch last night so he wouldn't bump my leg in the night in bed. I love him! --Vic Link to comment
Nett Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Vic you are truely blessed with a DH who cares for you so tenderly. Link to comment
Mt_Rider Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 for full recovery and better knees! MtRider Link to comment
Vic303 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 Did without the vicodin last night, and took naproxen instead to try to reduce some swelling. Seems to have worked, and the knee is feeling better/more flexible today. Can get around carefully without a cane/crutch. Link to comment
BiscuitMaker Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hey are the kids back yet?? Link to comment
Vic303 Posted July 16, 2007 Author Share Posted July 16, 2007 Yep...Saturday afternoon they returned home. They had more fun than they knew what to do with, so I was pleased. They also reportedly behaved well. I am still feeling rather worn out though... Link to comment
HSmom Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Don't try to do too much too soon Vic (hmmm...that sounds like some other posts around here). Allow yourself some rest periods, okay? Link to comment
MomM Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Glad that you are doing so well! Take care. Link to comment
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