I am 6 weeks out from my 2nd knee being done. Honestly, it hurts like heck. Stay on top of the pain meds (and don't be ashamed if you need to ask for me if they aren't working), push through the pain and do all the PT, rely on family and friends to help out (the first 2 weeks are the worst...you need help with EVERYTHING). At 4 works I started to massage the scar, to prevent scar tissue from forming. I had that happen on the 1st knee and ended up having to have a manual manipulation done; which is not fun. Ice and elevate is so important. Good luck!
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