I consider myself fairly determined, and when I saw that the number 130 was the end, it was like okay, I’m going to go there. Every day there was progress, and that was what was so heartening. I could see that I was getting stronger and better.
I present building strength after knee surgery here so you can be an exception to the majority of knee patients who suffer a huge strength deficit after surgery… a deficit that can linger for weeks, months and even years.
A failed total knee replacement recovery far from X10’s home base in Michigan. Unsuccessful physical therapy (including traditional P.T. and the CPM machine) in Wisconsin. A successful rehab with X10 at home; putting knee replacement in the rear view mirror.
Don rolled a dump truck and was thrown from the cab of the vehicle. He was in a wheelchair for months. The X10 Knee Recovery System; was able to help Don’s knee and, surprisingly, his hip as well. In addition to all of his injuries, Don was facing a very challenging ACL LCL Knee Recovery.
Linda found the X10 Knee Recovery System three months after a series of unfortunate orthopedic events… including a fall, full leg cast and rehab that just did not work. Read her story here.
It was compromising walking on the stairs or playing tennis. Every night, when I went to sleep, I woke up every two to three hours with excruciating pain. I knew in my heart, at this point in time, with both knees compromised, I had to do something.
This research demonstrates the critical role leg strength has not only in our day-to-day lives but in planning for happy healthy lives in years to come. These results show how important it is to build strength and take care of ourselves.
Constant pain in the front and center of your knee. The inability to bend your knee into a crouched position. Not enough leg strength to stand up from a crouched position. Does this sound familiar? If so, there’s a chance you may have Patella Baja.
Strength After Knee Surgery. You know that whole use it or lose it, that’s real. That really happens. A quick lesson on building strength after knee surgery.
I had TKR six weeks ago, and used the X10 Knee Machine for 18 days – it’s wonderful! I returned to my office and dental practice exactly three weeks post-op. In thinking about my recovery and those of others I wanted to share a few thoughts that I hope will be helpful.