My father had this surgery yesterday. I take him back home from the hospital on Thursday. He had it at the same hospital that I work at and with a doctor I work with. I've been in on these types of surgeries probably over 100 times. I'll be helping to take care of him during his recovery. Has anyone had a parent or other relative have this surgery done and what advice can you give on helping them out? He's going to be out from work for at least 6 weeks.

1/27/2009 11:35:36 AM

My mom had both knees replaced at the same time this past February, so it's been about a year now.

It was rough for quite a while from what I understand. I obviously don't live at home anymore, so I wasn't there first-hand. I know she was hating life for quite some time. She's fine now though -- better than ever.

I'd never seen her stand up straight before, and now she can. She can walk with no problems.

She hated physical therapy, but it's what helped.

1/27/2009 11:48:47 AM

the PT will suck and the whole thing will hurt, a lot. but after everything gets functional again and healed it is far far better than before. (my great uncle had his both done)

1/27/2009 1:32:01 PM