I haven't had that surgery (it's still somewhere in the not too distant future). However, my cousin had it in September. He had to go from hospital to a rehab center, and from there home with a walker, and a high toilet seat and other accommodations. Happily, he has a loving partner who could assist him. He's doing well now, and happy that it is done.

Good luck. :)

I had my knee done and even though I personally had complications it was totally worth it. Just make sure the knee bending machine fits your body size. I'm short and I was given a too large machine that torqued my leg. As a result, it took longer to fully heal. Also, take advantage of all your allowed PT. make sure your PT is one who works with your tissue and is not the "no pain or gain" mentality. Proper treatment makes all the difference in healing and is totally worth it! It definitely takes a good year or two to really feel like you have a normal knee. I can finally kneel and often forget I even had surgery. Under the knee cap in front is still a little numb but I don't care. I'm just happy to have a knee that isn't screaming at me all the time! In the end it has been totally worth the pain and time. I had a wonderful husband who took great care of me!

I had knee joint replacement surgery about 8 years ago....I was fat but not too fat for the surgery. My best advice is to take your pain meds for as long as you need them. Don't "chase" the pain! Ask your doctor if they will be using an epidural, as well as anesthesia. The epidural will make your first day soooo much easier. PT is the MOST important part of your recovery. Stay motivated as far as PT is concerned. It"s so important to get your full range of motion back after surgery. If you follow up with PT and get your range of motion back you will be ever so happy that you had the surgery done.
I had hip joint replacement surgery done a week ago. It's much easier than the knee joint surgery and sooo much easier now that I've reached my goal weight. I'm already back on my feet and walking around.
Surgery is always a little scary. Feeling anxious is normal. Stay positive...it's almost over! You will be back on your feet and feeling better soon. You will also be setting off every bell and whistle when you try to board a plane! They will search you from head to toe. So if you plan on flying anywhere...get to the airport early. LOL My thoughts and prayers are with you. Let us know how it goes.
Jo

Thank you for your responses and support!!My Dr. says I'll have to work twice as hard with therapy as I have such limited ROM already. But I'm up to the task!!!