I sit here teary eyed as I watched your recovery video and then the one year video. I am at that point to research, etc., and I am afraid to take the big leap for knee replacement. You are the first one who has touched my heart and given me the encouragement I need. Thank you for doing these.
I'm getting my left knee done in 2 weeks..I had to retire from my job Sept 2nd becuz my job requires me to kneel down for CPR classes and at the gun range. But before I decided it was time, I did everything else to prolong it first. You will know when it's time. I did lubrication shots, stem cell procdure it didnt work and cost alot of money, sometimes i think they see us coming, steroid shots, lazer treatments, massage,bemer treatments, soft wave treatments and all that got me thru..but now it's time. I'm not looking forward to it. The surgery is easy, but healing is a process. You and your doctor will know when it's time.
I had total knee and hip replacement on my right side. Knee 10 yrs ago and hip 3 yrs after the knee. I am scheduled to get the left knee done December 21 of this year. Not looking forward to it but have never had any problems with the one I had done and the pain I am experiencing now…..it needs to be done or I will spend the rest of my life sitting in a recliner and damaging my shoulders from using my arms to get myself up. Go for it, you will be amazed!
I also completely understand your anxiety and apprehension. It’s a major surgery and is going to require your complete commitment to all you will “have” to do during recovery. My journey goes back a few years and I did ALL the non surgical treatments which were just a “band aid”. So then I get to the point where you are now….decision time. I prayed on it so much. Then I decided…..I’m too young and my quality of life is declining. Everything I do and everywhere I go, my next thought was…how much walking, how much standing, how many stairs??? To renting a mobility scooter on our last cruise vacation. I don’t want to live like this anymore. So I said to myself, I can either keep declining in my quality of life OR I can “reverse” this and do the tough recovery and regain my normal life again and be rid of this horrible pain. I am now almost 1 month post op and I am so happy that everything is going as normal as expected. I will not lie, there is pain but there was also much pain before too. At least I know that with my hard work with therapy and time, I am going to heal. I wish you all the best and hope you do what ultimately is right for you. Good luck.
I’m at 1 week post surgery. It’s rough. Just feeling emotional from the pain. I’m still so glad I did it. Nights are harder for me. I came looking for encouragement and you were there with it. Bless you for that. Thank you.
This is a tough week for you. A lot due to swelling. Yes nights are the worst. I wrapped an ice pack in a towel and it helped some of the discomfort. I'm praying for you.
@@yvonnebrown71it is 100% worth it. I’m at 3 months now and I’m walking completely pain free. I’m still having a little pain when I’m laying down or I’ve been sitting for a while. I just have to do stretches before I try to stand up. Definitely glad I did it!
Wow! You’re doing so good. Glad I found you. You’re so encouraging. I’m so scared of the pain. I am 71yo and I believe you said you’re 67, but my age is what scares me.
Mrs. Joan, I just want to take a moment to thank you for doing these videos of your journey after total k ee replacement. My name is Kathi and i am having a knee replacement done on my right knee on October 9th. I'm 72 years young and in a weird way, kind of looking forward to it in that if ultimately my pain level lessons, then it has to be a good thing compared to the excruciating pain of walking bone on bone that i have been experiencing. What little anxiety I was feeling, you have removed with your honesty and frankness. You have a wonderful attitude! You have help me set reasonable expectations as to my recovery process. I am not your average little old lady! I'm very active and have always worked circles around my two grown daughters. Over the last few months however, I have been forced to slow down and more or less mark time as the pain factor has been through the roof! That's just not me! So, thank you once again for taking the fear away and I wish you continued recovery and good health.
Your sweet comments touched me deeply. I stopped to pray for you and will be praying on the 9th. You get better and before too long you'll be giving those girls a "run for their money!"
Just watched both your videos , how encouraging, Im having Mako Knee Replacement surgery on July 18th, if i said i wasn't nervous that would be a lie, im 50 yrs old i didn't think i would be having TKR !!! God has this and i will survive, I am going to make this my experience, its good to hear other people's stories , Thank you for sharing your journey and im so happy for you , Please pray for me , i will keep you posted about my progress , and you gave me the idea to keep a journal, im head strong i got to push through this , ive been limping since Nov , watching you bend gave ne hope !! Thank you for encouraging me and others ❤ Your new friend, Jennifer
Yes I'll pray for you! All healing comes through God as he works through our medical professionals. You have the determination to see it through and that will work to your advantage. It's a slow recovery so rejoice in each small victory! Anticipating hearing good things from you!
Jennifer, I just saw your post, and I stopped and prayed for complete healing for you! God bless you, and remember, His Mercies Are New Every Morning! I’ll put you on my prayer list!🙏🙏✝️✝️♥️
Just had a bilateral knee replacements on October 23, 2024. I waited way too long and was bone on bone in both knees terrible. It’s hard to rate my pain now because none of it is as bad as it was before the surgery. I now have to be patient through the healing process. Thank you for posting your videos. I was holding onto your videos before my surgery! ✝️🙏🏻❤️🕊️🙌🏼
I can so relate to your comment on being able to wear shoes with heels. I'm 6 weeks out of my total knee replacement, I can't wait to be able to wear cute boots with heels again. My knees are the opposite to your knocked knees. My knees were so bowed, and I felt so unstable with walking on heels. I'm having my left knee done on May 24, 13 weeks after having right knee fixed. Not looking forward to another surgery, but it needs to be done and I want to get it over with. I feel I was very fortunate that my recovery has been easy. I never had much pain. I did struggle with sleeping though, and now at 6 weeks It's getting better. I found your videos just right before I had my surgery, and I felt encouraged after watching them. You were so upbeat. God bless and thank you for the videos.
Thank you ❤ I’m scheduled to have my left knee replacement in 20 days … and I’m so, nervous… everyone that’s post videos only talk about the pain 😢… Thank you for the positive vibes 💐
Thank you so much for your encouraging words! My surgery is scheduled for next month. May my experience and testimony be a blessing to others as yours has been to me and so many individuals. God bless you! ❤
Thank you. I'm getting a total knee replacement on the 21st. I am scared to death, but both my knees are so bad, I can barely walk or lift myself. And the pain is so agonizing. It takes all the joy out of me cause I am unable now to get past the pain. Its constant. I have watched your videos, and they are comforting,watching as you progressed. And in this video, you said you feel no pain in your knee. I want that feeling. I want that feeling! I have suffered so bad with. Pain. I just want it to stop! so in 3 days my right knee is being replaced. And after I heal, my left knee will get replaced. Thank you for giving me the courage. You are a blessing to me. 😊❤
I'll be praying for you. Don't give up. Keep looking forward on the days you question why you had the surgery as it will get better. Let us know how you do. I'm thankful these videos encouraged you.
You are just pure sunshine and a joy. I discovered your first knee video about a month before my surgery. It was so helpful and I loved you keeping it real. Thank you for this second video on your one year anniversary. Again, you kept it real but focused on your blessings. You have a very contagious positive outlook. So glad you're doing so well. Thank you for the follow up video! As of today, eight weeks post op! May good blessings continue to shine on you! 😊
You have no idea how encouraging it was to see you walk up and down those steps. I've been so afraid that I won't be able to do that again. I will keep persevering and running my race, trusting God will give me just what I need. You keep sharing your joy... You're a real encouragement!😊😊❤
I am praising God that you shared your surgery and recovery. I commented on your video yesterday.....and you answered it and said you would pray for me. You are renewing my thoughts regarding having a TKR, in a more positive way.......thank you! I am a new subscriber to your channel.
Mrs. Joan, I had my left knee replacement done on January 8. I know you prayed for me on that day and I surely appreciate it. I am now 4 weeks out and doing pretty well. Physical Therapy is HARD! But I know it is an important part! I pray that I will be able to do those steps soon myself. And I sure do understand about that “Nauseating” feeling when touching the incision! Thank you for sharing your journey!
Mrs Joan, I just LOVE listening to your journey. Your journey sounds so much my mine. I am 62 years old and I haven’t done stairs in 18 months. I just had Total Knee Replacement on my right knee also 3 weeks ago. I understand all your joy for your “can do” list and I don’t focus on the “can’t”. Thank you, thank you thank you. And God bless you!
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan Good morning Mrs Joan….. so here I am at 9 weeks post op and doing well. Walking without walker and for the most part without the cane. I continue with my physical therapy and my bend is at 117 degrees. So I’m getting there thank God. Occasionally need pain meds but not too much. I find sleeping challenging these past couple of weeks but am now making it through the night. The swelling has continued but I use my compression sock and still ice. I haven’t returned to work yet but hopefully next month I will be able to. OH!! I started driving again last week! Sounds like something so small but it’s the little things. 😂 I hadn’t driven since December and I feel like I gained some independence back. Hope you are continuing to do well.
@@monalisacarde8270 Thank you for updating us on your journey to healing. Sounds like you and I recovered similar. I remember the joy of getting to drive again! I pray for everyone that tells me they are having surgery and it's nice to hear how they are doing!
You are a joy! What a great attitude you have. I'm 5 months post op and feel like I've plateaued this last month. I'm encouraged to keep going. Thank you.
I am so happy you are feeling good! I injured my knee 6 years ago and 5 years ago the Dr. told me I needed a knee replacement. I dream of traveling more before I die. Right now, wherever I walk I am hoping to make it to the next park bench or even a landscaping rock or wall. I also have the cane with the seat and the tri foot seat to carry with me. Mostly I hate the way I look in reflective store windows. Stooped and limping! I need courage to face this. You are an effervescent spokesperson for surgery! My best to Preacher!
I'll be praying for you to make the right decision. I put it off for many years and like you was looking for the next place to prop or sit. I understand.
Hi Joan, this is Norah here from Ireland and am 10 days post surgery. Your video made me cry and its given me hope too. Love your can do approach and i really appreciate the tips and for being honest. Lovely thank you so much. Norah ❤
I'm so very thankful that you found encouragement. A few years ago our daughter visited Dublin, toured all around Ireland and ended back in Dublin. What beautiful pictures she has. Your recovery may be rough but keep remembering to take it one day at a time. God bless you. 🙏
Hi Norah, I am from Ireland and due for my surgery on September 26th, and I am terrified. I was wondering how you're recovering . Like you, I have been following Miss Joan, and she is giving me hope I will get through it.
@@annecarrick8168 I was the same Anne but I have to say it all went really well. Just do the phsiotherapy every day and be patient with yourself. I am 10 weeks now post surgery and out walking 4 kilometres every day and feeling very well now. So don't worry all will be well. Norah
I love watching your progress!! I have left knee replacement scheduled for the end of November. I'm excited and a little scared. Thank you for your encouragement ❤
Thank you for making these. Very helpful. I had surgery on my bad left knee for meniscus tears and bone spurs a few years ago and now have had the full knee replacement 18 days ago. I am back driving so am thankful for that. Not sleeping as well as I would like but doing well. Still lots of bruising. I made the mistake of not taking Percocet that was sent home from the hospital with me. I really didn’t have much pain the first two days and I easily get constipated. So I had a fair amount of pain and spent about a week juggling pain meds and stool softeners. I only used the walker a couple of days and now use a cane, mainly to slow myself down and alert others to not run into me. So glad I am this far along. I am 73 and this is my first surgery. I was pretty active before and not overweight so I think that helps. Thank you for all you do. From Arkansas, Carole
Good for you!!! You are lucky to be enjoying the freedom of walking. I had two knees replaced within a year. It was a complete success and I’m so happy to have made the decision. Enjoy !!’
❤that’s wonderful! Look at you. Your doing so great 3:05 I’m coming along as well. Praise Jesus. Faith and prayers to you always and all who are going through similar struggles.
Thank you so much for this update....I had my left leg total knee replacement on 12/6/21 then I HAD to have my right due to pain and my left wasn't healing properly due to it....second surgery was on 2/2/23 second replacement feels much better than first and healing better ....😢 but very grateful 🙏...surgery was done by two different surgeon's...your updates were very helpful 👍🏾
Miss Joan-You are the cutest thing on RUclips!! I have just seen both your videos about your recovery and your one year later update. I have my right TKR scheduled for this April 17. I have to admit, I thought I had enough information of what I would be enduring from the day of surgery and throughout the year, but I was wrong. Since setting my appointment, I have scoured over doctor's videos, PT videos--you name it. I was at the point earlier in the day thinking "there is no way I can do this!" I have both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. My joints have been through the mill! However, coming across your two videos was the best thing that happened to me today! Your positivity, your humor and your faith, has helped push me a bit more toward the, "I CAN do this" part of my thoughts. All of your points are so true! Thank you for your encouragement (because I felt you were talking to ME only)! I will review these two videos over and over until my surgery date. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
I loved watching this! Thank you, sweet lady! I am scheduled for surgery in two weeks. I’m trying to manage my fears- but praise God for this kind of encouragement. Maybe I’ll be brave enough to document the journey too! God bless you! Prayers appreciated! ❤❤❤
1 week ago today Nurse came by and changed my dressing.finally got to see the scar and it looks horrible., but I know next year will look like yours. Therapy still in home and doing good with them. Next month starts the Therapy at facility. Thank you for your prayers and positive outlook. 😊
Mrs. Joan, Thank you for the honest video. I had my left knee replaced in May. My right knee was replaced in August. I have 16 steps to go up and down nightly for bed. I am finally getting more confident with them. I hope at the one year mark I am able to go up and down stairs without the cane and the death grip of holding the railing.
I need both knees replaced and I’m also a 67 year old lady. My first surgery should be in about 3 months, hopefully. I don’t have a date yet. Your videos have taken away a lot of the fear and definitely encouraged me. You have been a true blessing to me. Thank you very much 😊
Thank you for such kind words. I'll be praying for your upcoming surgery. Let us know how you do. That was my prayer that recording my journey helped others.
My TKR is scheduled, right knee like you. A main reason I’ve been delaying the surgery is that I’m a bathtub person like you! Here I am at age 79, and the only times I’ve used a shower is in hotels and way back when I was in college. Your video has given me hope that down the road after a year or so I’ll be able to take a bath. I’m also slightly knock knee in my bad knee because my osteoarthritis has gotten very bad. Thank you for your encouraging videos! The Lord will get me through this.
I had a total knee replacement one month ago today I'm a bathtub person too but I got just a small like stool bigger than that but I love it I sit there and the water just pours over me I just love it. You might want to get one of those you can get it like Walgreens or CVS it's a shower chair you might want to think about getting one of those it's the next best thing to take in a bath until you're able to take a bath again. Just thought I'd let you know because I'm a bathtub person also. I'm 68 we're not too far apart I hope it all goes well I will pray for you you'll be amazed Idaho while you feel I believe you'll love having the bathtub stool. Good luck and God bless you I know you'll do great remember mind over matter and just be positive and you'll get through it fine😊🙏🙏🙏❤️
God created each of us to be unique. Some of us will do better or faster. My replacement is in 3 weeks and looking forward to getting on the other side of the surgery. I appreciate both of your videos on your journey. I wont be doing one of my own as I have a face for radio and voice for the telegraph :). God has given me great peace going into this and live without fear. Stay blessed!
Thank you for your video. I go this Friday for my six weeks appointment. Things are getting better than they were at the beginning. Stairs are the most difficult especially downstairs. I am struggling to keep up the housework and learning to accept that there are things I cannot do and to pace myself. I was blessed to have prayerful encouragement from others. I was so fearful. That gripping fear has been released. The other knee will be scheduled when this has become stronger. I also love the tub. We put grab bars earlier for Mom. I am using them now and happy to have them.
so thankful!,it encourages me a lot! 2 months after total knee replacement, i m feeling better and better i spent 4 weeks in a functional rehabilitation center, and have now 2 physiotherapy issues per week training much at home today i can nearly walk without english cane process of healing is very very long, it was very painful for weeks thanks again and take care hello from Bordeaux,France❤
Glad for the update, Mrs Joan! Keep up with your exercises. That should help your kneeling! It did for me. Been 7 months, and I am doing well. Got on the treadmill for the first time since my TKR just yesterday, and went a 1/4 mile. Went fine, but I ran out of air!! I need to buld up stamina. Keep Healing, and God bless!! Bob
Post-op stamina is my Waterloo, and proven by the 84 that registers on my doctor's oximeter. Running tests to see what's going on. Follow up visit with my PCP tomorrow.
❤Love your videos!!!! Thank you for being such a Beautiful Shining Light of Hope. And you are wonderful for explaining so much to help us who need or have had knee surgery. I've been nervous about getting worse after the surgery, but you give so much extra encouragement and positivity.. that it helps so many of us, more than you know. Thank you again and God Bless You and your loved ones!!💕👍😊
I'm thankful the videos helped you. I have done 140 vidoes on my channel on cooking, organizing and just home related stuff but I felt deeply impressed in my heart to document my knee surgery to hopefully help others.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan .. Thank You very very much!! You are a True Heavenly Angel for helping so many (including myself) to see reality of knee surgery and to go forward with the surgery so we can heal and have a better quality of life. Main reason i've hesitated to have surgery is because I have no one to help after surgery and don't know how i'll manage all alone, even tho i'm extremely!! independent.
@angelatrebor8681 You & God got this!!! I promise 🤍 My journey: Literally moved from an apartment with 27 stairs to a tiny house with 7 steps outside the day before my surgery. Setup my bed and bathroom and boxes everywhere 😔I’m single/single and no family; but King Jesus🥹This all happened on Sunday 6 August 2023 with movers getting done putting my bedroom together at 9:30 PM. Of course I got no sleep just from nerves alone on top of my environment and headspace of doing this alone. I headed to the hospital at 5AM Monday 7 August 2023 for my surgery. Had my anesthesia worn off I would have went home that afternoon but I stayed overnight and was in my new home the next day by 7PM…Phew let’s say I know the Holy Spirit has been here helping…I’m 7 months post surgery and I have been alone throughout this whole process. I’m sooooo grateful for the surgery I have NOT a single regret. By Gods grace I kept my recovery as my focus and taking it one day at a time. I still have many boxes to unpack and things to organize however I’m able to walk 3 miles or more with a smile because my right knee is pain FREE. I’m still stiff sometimes getting up however I feel it’s because of my left knee pain. I’m scheduled for surgery on that one in mid JULY. I could have had it done sooner however I wanted to get stronger first from the right and ‘pre-habing’ the left in doing so. I share all this only to say you can do this!!! 🙏🏽Please I’d be happy to share more details about the journey if you’d like. @AtHomewithMrsJoan you are definitely a Blessing and I thank God for you following your heart and Gods to share. I will keep praying and watching for you both 🤍🙏🏽🫂
You have done so well, my husband is waiting for t.k.r surgery and at his pre op today they found Atrial Fib so his surgery date on 19th April has been set back. Hopefully he will get it done soon and if he does as well as you I will be so happy for him. I have really found both your knee video,s so helpful. God bless you.
Hi Mrs. Joan! You are my inspiration! After my Replacement in Jan., I kept moving right along, thinking of my blessings everyday. Thanks for your encouragement! This weekend, my daughter is getting married and I'll be dancing at her wedding pain free!
23years ago I had both knees done at same time. Three months later I was I Poland traveling and on a ski lift. I was 67 at the time of surgery. Day after surgery I walked 75 feet and first time in25 years I walked with no pain. Last time I saw my Doctor she said my knees looked like she had just done them.
Mrs Joan thank you for sharing your video on your knee surgery and recovery it has helped me out knowing that I am not alone. I had my right knee done fed 15,2023 and still have pain but I just keep pushing myself to do more thank u so much.
Miss Joan I had my knee replacement surgery last week Monday - May 27. Today I got my stitches out. The doctor is very pleased with my healing. I have had one physio appointment so far. Apparently I am healing well enough that they don’t think I need more than 4 appointments. Thank you for your encouraging and positive posts. Many blessings.
What a great progress , I have TKR on July 18th , I'm now nervous, I'm praying for an amazing outcome I have to do this for me and think positive!! I pray your still progressing
Mrs. Joan, thank you so very much for your encouraging words and your 1 year update video. I am 1 week post op on my tkr. You're so right about all the acke and pain throughout your journey. I'm keeping the faith, and like Mrs. Joan said you will get discouraged but keep on going. God bless 🙌.
Waiting for surgery on right knee in next couple of months have had more surgeries than hot dinners over the years im 82 now and for the first time feel wary about surgery ,have to see the surgeon end of August my predicament is last time I spoke to a knee surgeon he told me the knee is as bad as it gets and when he opens it up he might not be able to do tkr and will need to do a fusion, this is not an option for me don't know why he cant tell by looking at imaging so have requested to attend another hospital which has been accepted so hope to get a better explanation at the end of the month .These videos have given me hope so thanks for al, you're doing explaining your journey
I had TKR 3 1/2 weeks ago. I’m healing well and my rehab is going well. The rehab is hard but it’s critical for a good outcome. I’m off all pain meds and I only have a little ache sometimes. It’s really important to have good pain control for the first 2 weeks. And use your ice machine a lot. If I could give one word of advice: work hard on strengthening and stretching BEFORE surgery. It makes your rehab easier. Pick the best doctor in your area and follow the recovery plan. Best wishes.
You are such a blessing and inspiration. I had my TKR on April 5th. Today is April 17th. My home therapist says I'm doing wonderful. He said I have a new knee to trust it but I am so scared plus it still hurts. I also have to have TKR on the other leg. Watching you go up and down the steps and doing so well gives me so much hope and makes me feel like everything is going to be alright. Thank you so much, Mrs. Jones. Sending prayers.
I'll be praying for you. Take it easy and do those exercises. Recovery is slow but it will come! Did you watch the first video? It gives more of my actual recovery.
Dear Mrs. Joan. I am so happy that you are at the 1 year mark for your knee! You are a total blessing to many, many people. I had my left knee done on January 10, 2023. I am almost at the 3 month mark. I can’t tell you how much you have helped me and made my surgery and recovery so much easier. You relieved so much anxiety because you didn’t sugar coat it. You were honest about what was to come. I was absolutely amazed at your recovery and you gave me the strength to go through with mine. I was much like you where I hadn’t been able to walk at all for almost 4 years. It left me with NO quality of life. I was living just to get up and sit all day. I am hoping that by having my left knee done (and it was due to an injury), that my right knee will not have to carry the weight all alone. I am very hopeful that I won’t have to have the right knee done. However, I will say if I have to have it done, I will keep you on my mind and re-watch your video over and over to remind me to stay positive! I love how you are. You are true and real. Please don’t ever change as you are perfect just as you are! I thank God that he sent you my way because you were and still are a total blessing to me! I love you Mrs. Joan! Thank you….
I am speechless and humbled by your kind words. I'll keep praying for you. Let me know how you're doing along the way. Don't rush it, as I truly feel it takes a full year to feel normal again. We all have other health issues that we have to factor in that have nothing to do with the knee and it makes us all heal at different rates. But we'll get there if we keep the faith and stay positive!
Thank you Mrs. Joan! Please keep me in your prayers as my other health issue is anxiety. You truly are a beautiful person and Preacher is awesome for staying with you to help! I promise you that I will keep the faith and stay positive! Sending Love!!!
Thank you for your videos, I will be having knee replacement soon. You have lightened my heart and mind, I appreciate you. May our Heavenly Father continue to bless you and yours in every area of your lives. Once again thank you, in the mighty name of Christ Jesus!🫶🏾
Hi Mrs. Jones, my name is Tammie. I am from Blackshear,Ga. I watched your first video on Saturday and today, I watched your 1 year video. I enjoyed them so much. I have been dealing with knee pain over 5 years. Finally I have made up my mind that it's time to take care of Tammie. The first time I thought of doing knee surgery April 2021 , my husband had a stroke so I put it off. Then in 2022 I put in to do it again then my son had burnt both of his feet from a steam mop. So I am scheduled once again August 27th of this year to do it. I pray that the Lord will allow me to go through it and be as successful as you have been. I know you said that you can't compare someone else's healing like your own. But you sure have given me hope and I know if I continue to trust in God that he will see me through. I am only concern with having this spine stimulator in my back and if they will give me a nerve block as well. Did you have to have a nerve block ? I Thank you Mrs. Jones you have encouraged me to know I too can do this with God's help and yours. Thank you.
I had some type of block in my knee. It worked well. After reading your story I feel confident you'll make the right decision as you place your complete faith in the good Lord. I'll be praying for you and let us know how you do.
Thank you for sharing your recovery journey. God has blessed you with so many gifts...a great attitude, the ability to sooth others fears and worries to name a few. Watching your videos has given me HOPE that I too will make the very most of my own recovery.
I had my knee replaced 4 days ago. Unfortunately I had excessive bleeding from my incision, so that has delayed starting PT as they put me in a knee immobilizer in an attempt to stop the bleeding. The swelling and pain is far more than I thought it would be. I had been through 2 meniscus surgeries, but boy is this different. I just wanted to thank you for your videos. I was pretty discouraged and happening upon your video has really helped my mindset. Thank you very much.
@@LenFuson I also had 2 meniscus surgeries before my total knee replacement. You are correct as they are very different. The swelling and pain were awful. It takes time, a long time to feel normal. Rejoice in the small improvements you make and rest. In time my prayer is that you'll feel strong and confident walking on your new knee. It may take 1 year to be 100 percent.
It's ok to use the hand rails. i am 84. I had hip replacement 5 weeks ago. And in 3 weeks I will be getting knee replacement. Believe me I WILL use the hand railings. No shame in that. Hip was nothing to worry about. No walker, no pain meds since week 2. Knee I hear is not so easy. You are doing very well. Keep up the good work.
Just commented on your first video, and saw the link to your one year celebration! Praise God for giving you such a wonderful recovery! I’ll probably come back and watch you again after my surgery. So encouraging!
I also had 2 meniscus surgeries before I had my TRKR last September. I think your channel showed up in my feed during my early recovery. I always had a positive attitude toward my surgery and have loved seeing your positive outlook also. I have been carrying a pedometer in my pocket at work the past 2 months. In this past week I have walked about 100,000 steps at work.
I need to get one of those step counter things. You are doing awesome. I believe looking for the good or positive in every situation really helps in all things!
I am so thankful to God that I found your video. I watched the first one and it was so very helpful. I just got my knees x-rayed and I’m going to my orthopedic surgeon in two days. I have bone on bone in both knees I have been in such pain. I never realized that this was a truly long recuperation and I pray to God that he helps me through ! I just subbed your channel. Thank you so much for these videos. I greatly appreciate it. I am petrified. I know I will tell you so please pray for me.
Thanks so much miss Joan. I am about 4 months post tkr and still have lots of stiffness and am very frustrated, but your video has encouraged me more than you know. I do have multiple other health issues and am looking at the other knee being replaced also.. And what I try to do is rejoice on far I've come since the surgery. Your videos really helped get more grateful and excited about what's ahead. Thanks so much
It's a very slow recovery. When you think about it they cut through nerves and tissues that need to heal in addition to our bodies accepting the new device. Slow and steady wins the race! I too join you in being grateful for where we are.
Your video made me feel so much better. I'm at two months and I'm encouraged what you can do. I'm seventy three and I read what some others kind do and felt like I was behind. You've gave me hope I'm going to be just fine for my age and shape. Thank you so much.
I learned never to compare myself to others. You may have other bone structure issues such as weak hips, etc. All that plays into our own personal recovery. You'll get there!
Great video. I laughed out loud when you told me how you got in the boat to get to the lake. I wish someone had taken a picture of that event. Now when I look out at my lake I'll think of you. 🛀🛀🛀in the bathtub & boat 🚣♀ 1 year & counting prayers🙏answered.
You are absolutely precious! Thank you for your videos! I’ve had a meniscus root tear surgery and the 9 months later I had a mcl total rupture in the same knee! It’s been terrible! Now 5 months after that surgery, now I need a total knee replacement. All this ! I’m scared and in pain but your video has touched my heart for hope to complete healing ❤️🩹 thank you so much! I’m so happy for your healing journey and all the things you can do a year later 🎉continue to heal and be blessed! Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤
I'll be praying for you to have complete healing too. I had 2 meniscus surgeries before my total knee replacement. Don't give up! Take it one day at a time.
Thank you so much, I just watched your last video. I love your positivity and your reminder that the Lord has me in His hands. I go in for TKR in two days and I've been so scared. I will keep coming back as I recover because the encouragement is incredible❤
I am having knee replacment in a month and I found your videos.❤❤ you Mrs Joan. Thank you for posting. I got me some of those snap up pants. Loved your encouragement and advice!!
I am three months out. Still have pain but may be due to a fall i had several weeks ago. The fact that i have Rheumatoid arthritis in my knees and fibromyalgia has slowed recovery. I will get there. Thank you for checking on me!!
Bless you, Mrs. Jones. I lLOVE your attitude AND your southern accent! :) My mom, her parents, her siblings etc., were from Alabama. Since I found your channel by looking for updates after knee surgery, I now have to look through your playlist for some good ole southern cooking. YIPPIE!!! Thank you. ❤
Thank you for the encouragement. I'm at six and a half months past surgery. Trying to stay positive. Hoping the swelling disappears soon. Enjoying doing things I couldn't before :)
Hello I have enjoyed watching your videos I love your confidence I’m planning to have a full knee replacement in may 2025 not looking forward to the surgery but I am looking forward to being able to do the things I enjoy like walking.going up and down my stairs with out the pain thank you for sharing your story and being honest with the good and bad.
Thank you for your encouraging videos. I am having my surgery next week and seeing how you managed your post surgery routine has given me some good ideas. God bless you as you share your journey with us.
Such a pleasure hearing from you today! Having tkr May 16th so still waiting, but your story along with so many others gives me encouragement that it’s a process but one worth taking on. Thanks and God Bless you!
I'll be praying for you on May 16. Did you watch my recovery video? I'll put link here. Maybe there'll be some tips to help you. ruclips.net/video/Sn0_0Frb67c/видео.html
I loved your first video and this update video. It is so encouraging. I am going to have a total knee replacement soon and am looking forward to having a better quality of life. Thank you again and God bless you and your family.💕
Bless you for your honesty! Watched your recovery video and then this one and truly appreciate your beautiful spirit. I’m 10 days out from TKR on my right knee, with the second scheduled in 3 months. Looking forward to being where you are a year from now. Blessings!!!
Your videos keep me motivated and on track. 8/30/23. I had a double knee (bilateral) knee replacements. I feel really good. My surgeon did an awesome job. Now I know because of you and my PT is up to me. And thank you for saying that everyone’s body and experience is different. 💕🙏🏽👍🏼🥰
Thank you for doing these videos. I’m scheduled for surgery in a couple of months and I’m scared about how my life will change and what I’ll have to give up. But I am so encouraged to see how well you are doing. God bless you!!
I am on my 2nd week post total knee replacement surgery of my left knee. I am feeling so discouraged and questioning my life choices right now. Exercises are so painful at this point but I know it has to be done. Watching your recovery video and this 1 year after, really encouraged me. It's still a long road ahead for me, but thank you Mrs Joan
I know how you feel. It's a slow and painful recovery or it was for me. There were times I wondered "what have I done?" But I kept resting and doing therapy exercises. I'm going to pray for you.
Thanks dear for encouraging us .I am now having 4 weeks after knee replacement .I was so down but after watching your video iam so motivated that perseverance is the key to this journey.I will trust in the Lord. THANK YOU SO MUCH.MAY THE GOOD LORD BLESS YOU ABUNDANTLY .
I sit here teary eyed as I watched your recovery video and then the one year video. I am at that point to research, etc., and I am afraid to take the big leap for knee replacement. You are the first one who has touched my heart and given me the encouragement I need. Thank you for doing these.
I understand. It's a very hard decision to make. I put it off longer than I should have. I'm going to pray for you to make the right decision.
I'm getting my left knee done in 2 weeks..I had to retire from my job Sept 2nd becuz my job requires me to kneel down for CPR classes and at the gun range. But before I decided it was time, I did everything else to prolong it first. You will know when it's time. I did lubrication shots, stem cell procdure it didnt work and cost alot of money, sometimes i think they see us coming, steroid shots, lazer treatments, massage,bemer treatments, soft wave treatments and all that got me thru..but now it's time. I'm not looking forward to it. The surgery is easy, but healing is a process. You and your doctor will know when it's time.
I am so thankful to you. God Bless you.
I had total knee and hip replacement on my right side. Knee 10 yrs ago and hip 3 yrs after the knee. I am scheduled to get the left knee done December 21 of this year. Not looking forward to it but have never had any problems with the one I had done and the pain I am experiencing now…..it needs to be done or I will spend the rest of my life sitting in a recliner and damaging my shoulders from using my arms to get myself up. Go for it, you will be amazed!
I also completely understand your anxiety and apprehension. It’s a major surgery and is going to require your complete commitment to all you will “have” to do during recovery. My journey goes back a few years and I did ALL the non surgical treatments which were just a “band aid”. So then I get to the point where you are now….decision time. I prayed on it so much. Then I decided…..I’m too young and my quality of life is declining. Everything I do and everywhere I go, my next thought was…how much walking, how much standing, how many stairs??? To renting a mobility scooter on our last cruise vacation. I don’t want to live like this anymore. So I said to myself, I can either keep declining in my quality of life OR I can “reverse” this and do the tough recovery and regain my normal life again and be rid of this horrible pain. I am now almost 1 month post op and I am so happy that everything is going as normal as expected. I will not lie, there is pain but there was also much pain before too. At least I know that with my hard work with therapy and time, I am going to heal. I wish you all the best and hope you do what ultimately is right for you. Good luck.
I’m at 1 week post surgery. It’s rough. Just feeling emotional from the pain. I’m still so glad I did it. Nights are harder for me. I came looking for encouragement and you were there with it. Bless you for that. Thank you.
This is a tough week for you. A lot due to swelling. Yes nights are the worst. I wrapped an ice pack in a towel and it helped some of the discomfort. I'm praying for you.
Hey… is the pain worth it? Pain is what I’m afraid of.. as I get older… pain is a nightmare…
I’ve seen this ice machine on line.. can’t remember the cost… I would check into that… I’ll look it up
@@yvonnebrown71it is 100% worth it. I’m at 3 months now and I’m walking completely pain free. I’m still having a little pain when I’m laying down or I’ve been sitting for a while. I just have to do stretches before I try to stand up. Definitely glad I did it!
Wow! You’re doing so good. Glad I found you. You’re so encouraging. I’m so scared of the pain. I am 71yo and I believe you said you’re 67, but my age is what scares me.
You are so motivating! I’m getting my left knee done a week from today. Thank you, and bless you.
I'll be praying for you! Update us on your journey!
Thank you for giving me hope.😅
I love to hear you talk about your experiences. You’re such an upbeat, happy lady. I could listen to you all day. Keep on making videos.
Thank you for such a nice comment. I pray all my videos encourage people. I am so very blessed.
You are amazing. Thank you for all the encouragement. The Holy Spirit is watching over you ,thank you God for people like you, positive attitude
Thank you for your kind comments. They encouraged me!
Mrs. Joan,
I just want to take a moment to thank you for doing these videos of your journey after total k ee replacement. My name is Kathi and i am having a knee replacement done on my right knee on October 9th. I'm 72 years young and in a weird way, kind of looking forward to it in that if ultimately my pain level lessons, then it has to be a good thing compared to the excruciating pain of walking bone on bone that i have been experiencing. What little anxiety I was feeling, you have removed with your honesty and frankness. You have a wonderful attitude! You have help me set reasonable expectations as to my recovery process. I am not your average little old lady! I'm very active and have always worked circles around my two grown daughters. Over the last few months however, I have been forced to slow down and more or less mark time as the pain factor has been through the roof! That's just not me! So, thank you once again for taking the fear away and I wish you continued recovery and good health.
Your sweet comments touched me deeply. I stopped to pray for you and will be praying on the 9th. You get better and before too long you'll be giving those girls a "run for their money!"
i am so happy that you are doing better.
I hope you are doing well too.
Thank you for encouraging me to not give up on my time of healing for my knee replacement! God bless you and your family 😊
You're welcome. That is my hope to encourage people.
Just watched both your videos , how encouraging, Im having Mako Knee Replacement surgery on July 18th, if i said i wasn't nervous that would be a lie, im 50 yrs old i didn't think i would be having TKR !!! God has this and i will survive, I am going to make this my experience, its good to hear other people's stories , Thank you for sharing your journey and im so happy for you , Please pray for me , i will keep you posted about my progress , and you gave me the idea to keep a journal, im head strong i got to push through this , ive been limping since Nov , watching you bend gave ne hope !! Thank you for encouraging me and others ❤ Your new friend, Jennifer
Yes I'll pray for you! All healing comes through God as he works through our medical professionals. You have the determination to see it through and that will work to your advantage. It's a slow recovery so rejoice in each small victory! Anticipating hearing good things from you!
Jennifer, I just saw your post, and I stopped and prayed for complete healing for you! God bless you, and remember, His Mercies Are New Every Morning! I’ll put you on my prayer list!🙏🙏✝️✝️♥️
@@brendasutton5126 It's so good seeing Christians encouraging and praying for others.
Just had a bilateral knee replacements on October 23, 2024. I waited way too long and was bone on bone in both knees terrible. It’s hard to rate my pain now because none of it is as bad as it was before the surgery. I now have to be patient through the healing process.
Thank you for posting your videos. I was holding onto your videos before my surgery! ✝️🙏🏻❤️🕊️🙌🏼
I'll be praying for your recovery. I'm thankful the surgery is over and you are moving toward a more mobile future.
I can so relate to your comment on being able to wear shoes with heels. I'm 6 weeks out of my total knee replacement, I can't wait to be able to wear cute boots with heels again. My knees are the opposite to your knocked knees. My knees were so bowed, and I felt so unstable with walking on heels. I'm having my left knee done on May 24, 13 weeks after having right knee fixed. Not looking forward to another surgery, but it needs to be done and I want to get it over with. I feel I was very fortunate that my recovery has been easy. I never had much pain. I did struggle with sleeping though, and now at 6 weeks It's getting better. I found your videos just right before I had my surgery, and I felt encouraged after watching them. You were so upbeat. God bless and thank you for the videos.
May 24th I'll be praying. Let us know along the way how you are doing.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan thank you
Thank you ❤ I’m scheduled to have my left knee replacement in 20 days … and I’m so, nervous… everyone that’s post videos only talk about the pain 😢…
Thank you for the positive vibes 💐
Take it one day at a time and do the exercises. You'll be in my prayers.
Thank you so much for your encouraging words! My surgery is scheduled for next month. May my experience and testimony be a blessing to others as yours has been to me and so many individuals.
God bless you! ❤
I'll pray for you that your surgery will go well. God bless you and grant you strength.
Thank you. I'm getting a total knee replacement on the 21st. I am scared to death, but both my knees are so bad, I can barely walk or lift myself. And the pain is so agonizing. It takes all the joy out of me cause I am unable now to get past the pain. Its constant.
I have watched your videos, and they are comforting,watching as you progressed. And in this video, you said you feel no pain in your knee. I want that feeling. I want that feeling! I have suffered so bad with. Pain. I just want it to stop! so in 3 days my right knee is being replaced. And after I heal, my left knee will get replaced. Thank you for giving me the courage. You are a blessing to me. 😊❤
I'll be praying for you. Don't give up. Keep looking forward on the days you question why you had the surgery as it will get better. Let us know how you do. I'm thankful these videos encouraged you.
You are just pure sunshine and a joy. I discovered your first knee video about a month before my surgery. It was so helpful and I loved you keeping it real. Thank you for this second video on your one year anniversary. Again, you kept it real but focused on your blessings. You have a very contagious positive outlook. So glad you're doing so well. Thank you for the follow up video! As of today, eight weeks post op! May good blessings continue to shine on you! 😊
And thanks for the update on how you're doing! Keep looking ahead! Better things are coming.
You have no idea how encouraging it was to see you walk up and down those steps. I've been so afraid that I won't be able to do that again. I will keep persevering and running my race, trusting God will give me just what I need. You keep sharing your joy... You're a real encouragement!😊😊❤
Thank you for your encouraging comments to me. Keep on keeping on and trusting God to see you through. I'll be praying for you.
Thank you so much for your videos!!! I am 4 weeks post knee replacement surgery! You are such an encourager! I am thanking God for you! Alice
God bless your recovery.
I am praising God that you shared your surgery and recovery. I commented on your video yesterday.....and you answered it and said you would pray for me.
You are renewing my thoughts regarding having a TKR, in a more positive way.......thank you!
I am a new subscriber to your channel.
Thank you for your nice comments. Do all the research you can so you can make an informed decision. God will help you my new friend.
Mrs. Joan, I had my left knee replacement done on January 8. I know you prayed for me on that day and I surely appreciate it. I am now 4 weeks out and doing pretty well. Physical Therapy is HARD! But I know it is an important part! I pray that I will be able to do those steps soon myself. And I sure do understand about that “Nauseating” feeling when touching the incision! Thank you for sharing your journey!
Thank you for letting me know how you are doing. Therapy is very hard but so important for our long-term success. Those steps are coming!!!
Well done Mrs Joan. Keep up the good work and keeping us informed.
Thank you! I will!
Mrs Joan, I just LOVE listening to your journey. Your journey sounds so much my mine. I am 62 years old and I haven’t done stairs in 18 months. I just had Total Knee Replacement on my right knee also 3 weeks ago. I understand all your joy for your “can do” list and I don’t focus on the “can’t”. Thank you, thank you thank you. And God bless you!
Update us along on your progress! It's such joy to be able to move around pain free!
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan Good morning Mrs Joan….. so here I am at 9 weeks post op and doing well. Walking without walker and for the most part without the cane. I continue with my physical therapy and my bend is at 117 degrees. So I’m getting there thank God. Occasionally need pain meds but not too much. I find sleeping challenging these past couple of weeks but am now making it through the night. The swelling has continued but I use my compression sock and still ice. I haven’t returned to work yet but hopefully next month I will be able to. OH!! I started driving again last week! Sounds like something so small but it’s the little things. 😂 I hadn’t driven since December and I feel like I gained some independence back. Hope you are continuing to do well.
@@monalisacarde8270 Thank you for updating us on your journey to healing. Sounds like you and I recovered similar. I remember the joy of getting to drive again! I pray for everyone that tells me they are having surgery and it's nice to hear how they are doing!
I have to say I feel such much better after watching ur first a one year video 😊 thank u so much. ❤
I'm so thankful it encouraged you. It takes a while but good days do come!
You are a joy! What a great attitude you have. I'm 5 months post op and feel like I've plateaued this last month. I'm encouraged to keep going. Thank you.
Awe...thanks!
I am so happy you are feeling good! I injured my knee 6 years ago and 5 years ago the Dr. told me I needed a knee replacement. I dream of traveling more before I die. Right now, wherever I walk I am hoping to make it to the next park bench or even a landscaping rock or wall. I also have the cane with the seat and the tri foot seat to carry with me. Mostly I hate the way I look in reflective store windows. Stooped and limping! I need courage to face this. You are an effervescent spokesperson for surgery! My best to Preacher!
I'll be praying for you to make the right decision. I put it off for many years and like you was looking for the next place to prop or sit. I understand.
Hi Joan, this is Norah here from Ireland and am 10 days post surgery. Your video made me cry and its given me hope too. Love your can do approach and i really appreciate the tips and for being honest. Lovely thank you so much. Norah ❤
I'm so very thankful that you found encouragement. A few years ago our daughter visited Dublin, toured all around Ireland and ended back in Dublin. What beautiful pictures she has. Your recovery may be rough but keep remembering to take it one day at a time. God bless you. 🙏
I'm so glad she had a lovely time, it is such a beautiful country. Hope you have a very blessed Sunday ❤
@@norahbyrne4705 She loves to travel and would love to return. So nice meeting you on here!
Hi Norah, I am from Ireland and due for my surgery on September 26th, and I am terrified. I was wondering how you're recovering . Like you, I have been following Miss Joan, and she is giving me hope I will get through it.
@@annecarrick8168 I was the same Anne but I have to say it all went really well. Just do the phsiotherapy every day and be patient with yourself. I am 10 weeks now post surgery and out walking 4 kilometres every day and feeling very well now. So don't worry all will be well. Norah
🎊 Congratulations....I'm having such a rough time with my surgery and I'm on my 4th week. You're encouraging me as I watch and listen to you.
I still had swelling and hard time getting fixed in the bed at four weeks. Don't give up. Everyone heals differently due to other health issues.
I love watching your progress!! I have left knee replacement scheduled for the end of November. I'm excited and a little scared. Thank you for your encouragement ❤
I'll be praying that you do well. Let us know.
Thank you for making these. Very helpful. I had surgery on my bad left knee for meniscus tears and bone spurs a few years ago and now have had the full knee replacement 18 days ago. I am back driving so am thankful for that. Not sleeping as well as I would like but doing well. Still lots of bruising. I made the mistake of not taking Percocet that was sent home from the hospital with me. I really didn’t have much pain the first two days and I easily get constipated. So I had a fair amount of pain and spent about a week juggling pain meds and stool softeners. I only used the walker a couple of days and now use a cane, mainly to slow myself down and alert others to not run into me. So glad I am this far along. I am 73 and this is my first surgery. I was pretty active before and not overweight so I think that helps. Thank you for all you do. From Arkansas, Carole
You made some really good points that will help others. Thanks for reaching out.
Good for you!!! You are lucky to be enjoying the freedom of walking. I had two knees replaced within a year. It was a complete success and I’m so happy to have made the decision. Enjoy !!’
Thank you. I am happy for you too especially having two done!
❤that’s wonderful! Look at you. Your doing so great 3:05 I’m coming along as well. Praise Jesus. Faith and prayers to you always and all who are going through similar struggles.
I praise and thank Jesus too! Glad you are doing good!
I'm going to have my right knee August 7 please Pray for me
I just get full knee replacement month ago doing very well ❤️🩹
Thank you so much for this update....I had my left leg total knee replacement on 12/6/21 then I HAD to have my right due to pain and my left wasn't healing properly due to it....second surgery was on 2/2/23 second replacement feels much better than first and healing better
....😢 but very grateful 🙏...surgery was done by two different surgeon's...your updates were very helpful 👍🏾
Wow! You've been through a lot! Prayers that you continue to improve.
I love that you mentioned the tub issues and the shoes. Thank you.
You're welcome. My goal was to help others. It's a hard surgery but worth it as I look back. God bless you.
You Really Encouraged Me Mrs. Joan Tremendously I'm 5 months in. Thank you for that push in the boat.
Awe...you're welcome. I pray you do well and enjoy your new mobility.
Very positive attitude. Praise God
God gets all the glory! Thank you.
Miss Joan-You are the cutest thing on RUclips!! I have just seen both your videos about your recovery and your one year later update. I have my right TKR scheduled for this April 17. I have to admit, I thought I had enough information of what I would be enduring from the day of surgery and throughout the year, but I was wrong. Since setting my appointment, I have scoured over doctor's videos, PT videos--you name it. I was at the point earlier in the day thinking "there is no way I can do this!" I have both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. My joints have been through the mill! However, coming across your two videos was the best thing that happened to me today! Your positivity, your humor and your faith, has helped push me a bit more toward the, "I CAN do this" part of my thoughts. All of your points are so true! Thank you for your encouragement (because I felt you were talking to ME only)! I will review these two videos over and over until my surgery date. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
I have put it on my calendar to pray for you on April 17. Let us know on here how you do.
I loved watching this! Thank you, sweet lady! I am scheduled for surgery in two weeks. I’m trying to manage my fears- but praise God for this kind of encouragement. Maybe I’ll be brave enough to document the journey too! God bless you! Prayers appreciated! ❤❤❤
I'll be praying for you. Let us know on here how you do and yes your journey can help others tremendously!
So encouraging and happy for you.
And I pray you are doing well also.
1 week ago today Nurse came by and changed my dressing.finally got to see the scar and it looks horrible., but I know next year will look like yours. Therapy still in home and doing good with them. Next month starts the Therapy at facility. Thank you for your prayers and positive outlook. 😊
Take it slow and easy the first few weeks. You will slowly get better. I'll keep praying.
Mrs. Joan, Thank you for the honest video. I had my left knee replaced in May. My right knee was replaced in August. I have 16 steps to go up and down nightly for bed. I am finally getting more confident with them. I hope at the one year mark I am able to go up and down stairs without the cane and the death grip of holding the railing.
Wow sounds like you're doing great for having both knees done.
Congratulations,I'm just 11 days after operation and I have many many pain.I wait,with patient over my pain.❤
It's rough for several weeks or mine was, but so worth it in the long run.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan 💖💖💖
❤I’m on third day recovery and you give me much hope, thankyou❤
I'll pray for you as those days are painful.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan Thankyou. I’m 79, female and always active in garden. This is brutal but God is with me every step of the way..
@@montyshinn8704 I couldn't have made it without the help of the good Lord!
I need both knees replaced and I’m also a 67 year old lady. My first surgery should be in about 3 months, hopefully. I don’t have a date yet. Your videos have taken away a lot of the fear and definitely encouraged me. You have been a true blessing to me. Thank you very much 😊
Thank you for such kind words. I'll be praying for your upcoming surgery. Let us know how you do. That was my prayer that recording my journey helped others.
My TKR is scheduled, right knee like you. A main reason I’ve been delaying the surgery is that I’m a bathtub person like you! Here I am at age 79, and the only times I’ve used a shower is in hotels and way back when I was in college. Your video has given me hope that down the road after a year or so I’ll be able to take a bath. I’m also slightly knock knee in my bad knee because my osteoarthritis has gotten very bad. Thank you for your encouraging videos! The Lord will get me through this.
I'll be praying for you. Yes the good Lord is what saw me through. Let us know how you do.
I had a total knee replacement one month ago today I'm a bathtub person too but I got just a small like stool bigger than that but I love it I sit there and the water just pours over me I just love it. You might want to get one of those you can get it like Walgreens or CVS it's a shower chair you might want to think about getting one of those it's the next best thing to take in a bath until you're able to take a bath again. Just thought I'd let you know because I'm a bathtub person also. I'm 68 we're not too far apart I hope it all goes well I will pray for you you'll be amazed Idaho while you feel I believe you'll love having the bathtub stool. Good luck and God bless you I know you'll do great remember mind over matter and just be positive and you'll get through it fine😊🙏🙏🙏❤️
God created each of us to be unique. Some of us will do better or faster. My replacement is in 3 weeks and looking forward to getting on the other side of the surgery. I appreciate both of your videos on your journey. I wont be doing one of my own as I have a face for radio and voice for the telegraph :). God has given me great peace going into this and live without fear. Stay blessed!
I'll be praying for you. Let me know how you do. God bless and keep you in His care.
So inspiring and so helpful! God bless you!
Allison 🌼
Thank you and don't rush your recovery!
Thank you for your video. I go this Friday for my six weeks appointment. Things are getting better than they were at the beginning. Stairs are the most difficult especially downstairs. I am struggling to keep up the housework and learning to accept that there are things I cannot do and to pace myself.
I was blessed to have prayerful encouragement from others. I was so fearful. That gripping fear has been released. The other knee will be scheduled when this has become stronger.
I also love the tub. We put grab bars earlier for Mom. I am using them now and happy to have them.
so thankful!,it encourages me a lot!
2 months after total knee replacement, i m feeling better and better
i spent 4 weeks in a functional rehabilitation center, and have now 2 physiotherapy issues per week
training much at home
today i can nearly walk without english cane
process of healing is very very long, it was very painful for weeks
thanks again and take care
hello from Bordeaux,France❤
Thanks for writing me. Your story will encourage others. May the Lord bless you with continued healing.
Glad for the update, Mrs Joan! Keep up with your exercises. That should help your kneeling! It did for me. Been 7 months, and I am doing well. Got on the treadmill for the first time since my TKR just yesterday, and went a 1/4 mile. Went fine, but I ran out of air!! I need to buld up stamina.
Keep Healing, and God bless!!
Bob
You're doing great!
Post-op stamina is my Waterloo, and proven by the 84 that registers on my doctor's oximeter. Running tests to see what's going on. Follow up visit with my PCP tomorrow.
❤Love your videos!!!! Thank you for being such a Beautiful Shining Light of Hope. And you are wonderful for explaining so much to help us who need or have had knee surgery. I've been nervous about getting worse after the surgery, but you give so much extra encouragement and positivity.. that it helps so many of us, more than you know. Thank you again and God Bless You and your loved ones!!💕👍😊
I'm thankful the videos helped you. I have done 140 vidoes on my channel on cooking, organizing and just home related stuff but I felt deeply impressed in my heart to document my knee surgery to hopefully help others.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan .. Thank You very very much!! You are a True Heavenly Angel for helping so many (including myself) to see reality of knee surgery and to go forward with the surgery so we can heal and have a better quality of life. Main reason i've hesitated to have surgery is because I have no one to help after surgery and don't know how i'll manage all alone, even tho i'm extremely!! independent.
@@angelatrebor8681 A lady wrote me the other day that she didn't have any help and did it without help. I was amazed.
@angelatrebor8681 You & God got this!!! I promise 🤍
My journey: Literally moved from an apartment with 27 stairs to a tiny house with 7 steps outside the day before my surgery. Setup my bed and bathroom and boxes everywhere 😔I’m single/single and no family; but King Jesus🥹This all happened on Sunday 6 August 2023 with movers getting done putting my bedroom together at 9:30 PM. Of course I got no sleep just from nerves alone on top of my environment and headspace of doing this alone. I headed to the hospital at 5AM Monday 7 August 2023 for my surgery. Had my anesthesia worn off I would have went home that afternoon but I stayed overnight and was in my new home the next day by 7PM…Phew let’s say I know the Holy Spirit has been here helping…I’m 7 months post surgery and I have been alone throughout this whole process. I’m sooooo grateful for the surgery I have NOT a single regret. By Gods grace I kept my recovery as my focus and taking it one day at a time. I still have many boxes to unpack and things to organize however I’m able to walk 3 miles or more with a smile because my right knee is pain FREE. I’m still stiff sometimes getting up however I feel it’s because of my left knee pain. I’m scheduled for surgery on that one in mid JULY. I could have had it done sooner however I wanted to get stronger first from the right and ‘pre-habing’ the left in doing so. I share all this only to say you can do this!!! 🙏🏽Please I’d be happy to share more details about the journey if you’d like.
@AtHomewithMrsJoan you are definitely a Blessing and I thank God for you following your heart and Gods to share. I will keep praying and watching for you both 🤍🙏🏽🫂
You have done so well, my husband is waiting for t.k.r surgery and at his pre op today they found Atrial Fib so his surgery date on 19th April has been set back. Hopefully he will get it done soon and if he does as well as you I will be so happy for him. I have really found both your knee video,s so helpful. God bless you.
Valerie I will keep your husband in my prayers.
Hi Mrs. Joan! You are my inspiration! After my Replacement in Jan., I kept moving right along, thinking of my blessings everyday. Thanks for your encouragement! This weekend, my daughter is getting married and I'll be dancing at her wedding pain free!
That is wonderful! So happy for you!
Getting my done next Wednesday thank you
I'll be praying. Let us know how you do.
I am 2 1/2 months and I understand how you felt about everything. Thank you for your positive attitude and words of wisdom.
I'll be praying for improve.
I am so happy for you. It's been two years since my tkr and I'm still having issues.
My knee surgery is good. Other skeletal isses bother me, hip and low back. I'll pray for you. We all heal at different times schedules!
23years ago I had both knees done at same time. Three months later I was I Poland traveling and on a ski lift. I was 67 at the time of surgery. Day after surgery I walked 75 feet and first time in25 years I walked with no pain. Last time I saw my Doctor she said my knees looked like she had just done them.
@@maryannhagaman7921 That is amazing!
Mrs Joan thank you for sharing your video on your knee surgery and recovery it has helped me out knowing that I am not alone. I had my right knee done fed 15,2023 and still have pain but I just keep pushing myself to do more thank u so much.
It's a slow recovery. Praying for you. Keep moving forward!
Miss Joan I had my knee replacement surgery last week Monday - May 27. Today I got my stitches out. The doctor is very pleased with my healing. I have had one physio appointment so far. Apparently I am healing well enough that they don’t think I need more than 4 appointments. Thank you for your encouraging and positive posts. Many blessings.
I'm so happy for you! Thanks to the good Lord!
What a great progress , I have TKR on July 18th , I'm now nervous, I'm praying for an amazing outcome I have to do this for me and think positive!! I pray your still progressing
Mrs. Joan, thank you so very much for your encouraging words and your 1 year update video. I am 1 week post op on my tkr. You're so right about all the acke and pain throughout your journey. I'm keeping the faith, and like Mrs. Joan said you will get discouraged but keep on going. God bless 🙌.
Good last words..."Keep on Keeping on!"
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan yes ma'am....
Waiting for surgery on right knee in next couple of months have had more surgeries than hot dinners over the years im 82 now and for the first time feel wary about surgery ,have to see the surgeon end of August my predicament is last time I spoke to a knee surgeon he told me the knee is as bad as it gets and when he opens it up he might not be able to do tkr and will need to do a fusion, this is not an option for me don't know why he cant tell by looking at imaging so have requested to attend another hospital which has been accepted so hope to get a better explanation at the end of the month .These videos have given me hope so thanks for al, you're doing explaining your journey
I'll be praying that you get the right answers and have peace about what to do.
I had TKR 3 1/2 weeks ago. I’m healing well and my rehab is going well. The rehab is hard but it’s critical for a good outcome. I’m off all pain meds and I only have a little ache sometimes. It’s really important to have good pain control for the first 2 weeks. And use your ice machine a lot. If I could give one word of advice: work hard on strengthening and stretching BEFORE surgery. It makes your rehab easier. Pick the best doctor in your area and follow the recovery plan. Best wishes.
You are such a blessing and inspiration. I had my TKR on April 5th. Today is April 17th. My home therapist says I'm doing wonderful. He said I have a new knee to trust it but I am so scared plus it still hurts. I also have to have TKR on the other leg. Watching you go up and down the steps and doing so well gives me so much hope and makes me feel like everything is going to be alright. Thank you so much, Mrs. Jones. Sending prayers.
Auto correct Mrs. Joan I am sorry it typed Mrs. Jones
I'll be praying for you. Take it easy and do those exercises. Recovery is slow but it will come! Did you watch the first video? It gives more of my actual recovery.
Dear Mrs. Joan. I am so happy that you are at the 1 year mark for your knee! You are a total blessing to many, many people. I had my left knee done on January 10, 2023. I am almost at the 3 month mark. I can’t tell you how much you have helped me and made my surgery and recovery so much easier. You relieved so much anxiety because you didn’t sugar coat it. You were honest about what was to come. I was absolutely amazed at your recovery and you gave me the strength to go through with mine. I was much like you where I hadn’t been able to walk at all for almost 4 years. It left me with NO quality of life. I was living just to get up and sit all day. I am hoping that by having my left knee done (and it was due to an injury), that my right knee will not have to carry the weight all alone. I am very hopeful that I won’t have to have the right knee done. However, I will say if I have to have it done, I will keep you on my mind and re-watch your video over and over to remind me to stay positive! I love how you are. You are true and real. Please don’t ever change as you are perfect just as you are! I thank God that he sent you my way because you were and still are a total blessing to me! I love you Mrs. Joan! Thank you….
I am speechless and humbled by your kind words. I'll keep praying for you. Let me know how you're doing along the way. Don't rush it, as I truly feel it takes a full year to feel normal again. We all have other health issues that we have to factor in that have nothing to do with the knee and it makes us all heal at different rates. But we'll get there if we keep the faith and stay positive!
Thank you Mrs. Joan! Please keep me in your prayers as my other health issue is anxiety. You truly are a beautiful person and Preacher is awesome for staying with you to help! I promise you that I will keep the faith and stay positive! Sending Love!!!
Thank you for your videos, I will be having knee replacement soon. You have lightened my heart and mind, I appreciate you. May our Heavenly Father continue to bless you and yours in every area of your lives. Once again thank you, in the mighty name of Christ Jesus!🫶🏾
@@ladytj4u I will be praying for you. Let us know on here how you do. I'm thankful this encouraged you.
Hi Mrs. Jones, my name is Tammie. I am from Blackshear,Ga. I watched your first video on Saturday and today, I watched your 1 year video. I enjoyed them so much. I have been dealing with knee pain over 5 years. Finally I have made up my mind that it's time to take care of Tammie. The first time I thought of doing knee surgery April 2021 , my husband had a stroke so I put it off. Then in 2022 I put in to do it again then my son had burnt both of his feet from a steam mop. So I am scheduled once again August 27th of this year to do it. I pray that the Lord will allow me to go through it and be as successful as you have been. I know you said that you can't compare someone else's healing like your own. But you sure have given me hope and I know if I continue to trust in God that he will see me through. I am only concern with having this spine stimulator in my back and if they will give me a nerve block as well. Did you have to have a nerve block ? I Thank you Mrs. Jones you have encouraged me to know I too can do this with God's help and yours. Thank you.
I had some type of block in my knee. It worked well. After reading your story I feel confident you'll make the right decision as you place your complete faith in the good Lord. I'll be praying for you and let us know how you do.
I'm really happy for you! You've made so much progress it helps give me confidence with my upcoming surgery
I'll be praying for your surgery.
Thank you for sharing your recovery journey. God has blessed you with so many gifts...a great attitude, the ability to sooth others fears and worries to name a few. Watching your videos has given me HOPE that I too will make the very most of my own recovery.
I'll be praying for your recovery. There is always something to be thankful for even in the midst of our pain. I'm thankful this encouraged you.
I had my knee replaced 4 days ago. Unfortunately I had excessive bleeding from my incision, so that has delayed starting PT as they put me in a knee immobilizer in an attempt to stop the bleeding. The swelling and pain is far more than I thought it would be. I had been through 2 meniscus surgeries, but boy is this different.
I just wanted to thank you for your videos. I was pretty discouraged and happening upon your video has really helped my mindset. Thank you very much.
@@LenFuson I also had 2 meniscus surgeries before my total knee replacement. You are correct as they are very different. The swelling and pain were awful. It takes time, a long time to feel normal. Rejoice in the small improvements you make and rest. In time my prayer is that you'll feel strong and confident walking on your new knee. It may take 1 year to be 100 percent.
Miss Jones you are truly a blessing and the sweetest thing!! Planning on knee surgery this summer and you have been so encouraging! Bless you! ❤❤❤
(Mrs. Joan) 😊
I'll be praying for you. Let us know how you do. It will help others too.
I’m at 6 weeks with both done at once. I kneel or sit on floor working on cranes. So getting back up is a big deal for me. Thanks for your update.
I'm impressed at what you can do at 6 weeks!
It's ok to use the hand rails. i am 84. I had hip replacement 5 weeks ago. And in 3 weeks I will be getting knee replacement. Believe me I WILL use the hand railings. No shame in that. Hip was nothing to worry about. No walker, no pain meds since week 2. Knee I hear is not so easy. You are doing very well. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for your encouraging words to me. I'll be praying for your recovery and surgery.
Just commented on your first video, and saw the link to your one year celebration! Praise God for giving you such a wonderful recovery! I’ll probably come back and watch you again after my surgery. So encouraging!
I saw your first comment. Praying for you and let me know how you do.
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan I will 😊 And thanks so much for your prayers ❤️
I also had 2 meniscus surgeries before I had my TRKR last September. I think your channel showed up in my feed during my early recovery. I always had a positive attitude toward my surgery and have loved seeing your positive outlook also.
I have been carrying a pedometer in my pocket at work the past 2 months. In this past week I have walked about 100,000 steps at work.
I need to get one of those step counter things. You are doing awesome. I believe looking for the good or positive in every situation really helps in all things!
Mrs. Joan could you please put your knee videos in a playlist. My surgery is in one week and watching your videos are inspiring. ❤
Thank you. I will get my daughter to do it.
I’m one year after mine too!! I’m doing great!! God is great!!👍😎👍
Yes God is great!
Thank you, and God bless you, Miss Joan. You truly are a blessing to all of us❤
My prayer was for my knee surgery journey to encourage others.
Yay! A bath🎈🌻
So worth a total knee replacement ❤
@@Starspace-f6x For sure! 🥰
I am so thankful to God that I found your video. I watched the first one and it was so very helpful. I just got my knees x-rayed and I’m going to my orthopedic surgeon in two days. I have bone on bone in both knees I have been in such pain. I never realized that this was a truly long recuperation and I pray to God that he helps me through ! I just subbed your channel. Thank you so much for these videos. I greatly appreciate it. I am petrified. I know I will tell you so please pray for me.
I will pray for you that you'll have wisdom and peace about the decisions you have to make.
My friend is at her 1yr mark and went to the oregon coast..walked up and down the beach..no.problem.
That is wonderful!
Thanks so much miss Joan. I am about 4 months post tkr and still have lots of stiffness and am very frustrated, but your video has encouraged me more than you know. I do have multiple other health issues and am looking at the other knee being replaced also.. And what I try to do is rejoice on far I've come since the surgery. Your videos really helped get more grateful and excited about what's ahead. Thanks so much
It's a very slow recovery. When you think about it they cut through nerves and tissues that need to heal in addition to our bodies accepting the new device. Slow and steady wins the race! I too join you in being grateful for where we are.
Thank you, saying I can't kneel you motivated yourself to adjust to a way to accomplish your goals.
Thank you for watching; you have to set some goals for this surgery even if you have to accomplish them a little at a time!
Your video made me feel so much better. I'm at two months and I'm encouraged what you can do. I'm seventy three and I read what some others kind do and felt like I was behind. You've gave me hope I'm going to be just fine for my age and shape. Thank you so much.
I learned never to compare myself to others. You may have other bone structure issues such as weak hips, etc. All that plays into our own personal recovery. You'll get there!
I love your encouraging words…thank you
I'm thankful it encouraged you.
Great video. I laughed out loud when you told me how you got in the boat to get to the lake. I wish someone had taken a picture of that event. Now when I look out at my lake I'll think of you. 🛀🛀🛀in the bathtub & boat 🚣♀
1 year & counting prayers🙏answered.
You are absolutely precious! Thank you for your videos! I’ve had a meniscus root tear surgery and the 9 months later I had a mcl total rupture in the same knee! It’s been terrible! Now 5 months after that surgery, now I need a total knee replacement. All this ! I’m scared and in pain but your video has touched my heart for hope to complete healing ❤️🩹 thank you so much! I’m so happy for your healing journey and all the things you can do a year later 🎉continue to heal and be blessed! Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤
I'll be praying for you to have complete healing too. I had 2 meniscus surgeries before my total knee replacement. Don't give up! Take it one day at a time.
Thank you so much, I just watched your last video. I love your positivity and your reminder that the Lord has me in His hands. I go in for TKR in two days and I've been so scared. I will keep coming back as I recover because the encouragement is incredible❤
When you can, update us on how you are doing. It's wonderful to know the Lord goes before us and makes a way! Praying for you.
Bless you for that! I will!
I am having knee replacment in a month and I found your videos.❤❤ you Mrs Joan. Thank you for posting. I got me some of those snap up pants. Loved your encouragement and advice!!
Let me know how you do! Praying for you!
Hi how’s your knee doing
I am three months out. Still have pain but may be due to a fall i had several weeks ago. The fact that i have Rheumatoid arthritis in my knees and fibromyalgia has slowed recovery. I will get there. Thank you for checking on me!!
Bless you, Mrs. Jones. I lLOVE your attitude AND your southern accent! :) My mom, her parents, her siblings etc., were from Alabama. Since I found your channel by looking for updates after knee surgery, I now have to look through your playlist for some good ole southern cooking. YIPPIE!!! Thank you. ❤
Awe...what nice words to read! Thank you!
Thank you for the encouragement. I'm at six and a half months past surgery. Trying to stay positive. Hoping the swelling disappears soon. Enjoying doing things I couldn't before :)
Me too! It made a big difference for my mobility.
Hurray! Nice to see you walking those stairs so fast. Awesome video. Thank you for your uplifting spirit.
May God bless you today. I thank Him for my full recovery from knee replacement.
Hello I have enjoyed watching your videos I love your confidence I’m planning to have a full knee replacement in may 2025 not looking forward to the surgery but I am looking forward to being able to do the things I enjoy like walking.going up and down my stairs with out the pain thank you for sharing your story and being honest with the good and bad.
I'm putting you on my May 25 calendar to remember you in prayer. It was tough recovery and slow to me but sooo worth it.
Positivity is great but yes you will have pain! My first 8 wks. Were brutal. Finally starting to feel human again !
I totally understand!
Thanks again, Mrs. Joan! As I commented in your first knee surgery video, you have been such an encouragement to me! ❤
I pray you do well. Let us know how you're doing along the way.
Thank you for your encouraging videos. I am having my surgery next week and seeing how you managed your post surgery routine has given me some good ideas. God bless you as you share your journey with us.
I'll be praying for you.
Love, your attitude ❤
Thank you.
Such a pleasure hearing from you today! Having tkr May 16th so still waiting, but your story along with so many others gives me encouragement that it’s a process but one worth taking on. Thanks and God Bless you!
I'll be praying for you on May 16. Did you watch my recovery video? I'll put link here. Maybe there'll be some tips to help you.
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I loved your first video and this update video. It is so encouraging. I am going to have a total knee replacement soon and am looking forward to having a better quality of life. Thank you again and God bless you and your family.💕
I'll keep you in my prayers. Let us know how you do.
Bless you for your honesty! Watched your recovery video and then this one and truly appreciate your beautiful spirit. I’m 10 days out from TKR on my right knee, with the second scheduled in 3 months. Looking forward to being where you are a year from now. Blessings!!!
Many do 2 knee surgeries close like that. Prayers for you. I only did one!
Your videos keep me motivated and on track. 8/30/23. I had a double knee (bilateral) knee replacements. I feel really good. My surgeon did an awesome job. Now I know because of you and my PT is up to me. And thank you for saying that everyone’s body and experience is different. 💕🙏🏽👍🏼🥰
I'm glad my video encouraged you. You are amazing to have both done! I pray you continue to improve.
Thank you for doing these videos. I’m scheduled for surgery in a couple of months and I’m scared about how my life will change and what I’ll have to give up. But I am so encouraged to see how well you are doing. God bless you!!
I'll be praying for you. Let us know how you do. I'm glad this encouraged you.
I am on my 2nd week post total knee replacement surgery of my left knee. I am feeling so discouraged and questioning my life choices right now. Exercises are so painful at this point but I know it has to be done. Watching your recovery video and this 1 year after, really encouraged me. It's still a long road ahead for me, but thank you Mrs Joan
I know how you feel. It's a slow and painful recovery or it was for me. There were times I wondered "what have I done?" But I kept resting and doing therapy exercises. I'm going to pray for you.
We are at about the same stage. My left knee was done on June 5. Patience I think is the key. Prayer. Carole
@@AtHomewithMrsJoan Thank you. I really appreciate that.
@@PeterCleveland-n1t Thanks Carole. Praying for you as well.
Thanks dear for encouraging us .I am now having 4 weeks after knee replacement .I was so down but after watching your video iam so motivated that perseverance is the key to this journey.I will trust in the Lord. THANK YOU SO MUCH.MAY THE GOOD LORD BLESS YOU ABUNDANTLY .