It is hard to believe my surgery was only 2 weeks ago. I have progressed much better and faster and I anticipated. Every day, when I do my exercises, we see progress. Hubs can tell my leg is getting stronger when he helps me with my leg-lifts. I can now lift my foot about 2 inches off the floor. That may not sound like a lot, but a couple of days ago, I couldn't do that!
Today after my afternoon exercises, I noticed a new little pain on the outside of my knee. I'm not sure which move caused it, but I'm hoping it goes away soon. I'm also getting some tingling in parts of my incision. I have not taken any Vicodin today and have just relied on Ibuprofen, which may be why I am feeling more moderate pain. Today is the first day I haven't taken any Vicodin, but I've only been taking 1-2 per day for the last week anyway. If I still feel this pain after tonight's exercises, I may break down and take a Vic so it doesn't keep me awake.
Last night was the first night I got to sleep without those pumps squeezing my legs all night. What a relief! They were annoying and HOT. I did get my best night's sleep yet - even tho I'm still on my back. Every time I wake up during the night, I use my sheet to pull my knee a little bit to keep it from getting too stiff. It is really hard to get it going in the morning when it is really stiff.
I have been doing a bit of walking without my walker at times. I can go from the bed to the bathroom and back without it. I would not venture to the other end of the house, yet, but I do try to go within one room without it - but I still hold on to furniture and walls a little. As has been the case since I got home, I feel the best when I am walking.
Well, it's time for exercises again... feed the fish for me, please!
:)Amy
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