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[gadj1976]

thanks for taking us on the ride Gadj, Im off to the GP next week to start the process.

When can you drive again?

Well.... that depends

As you can see, this is my left leg, so I could drive 'now'. However, legally I believe it's 4-6 weeks. I have had to drive to the shop/chemist, which is 2 mins away but it's not recommended, simply because if you are on Endone or equivalent it can make you dizzy. My lack of sleep is having the same effect as being on Endone.

If it's your right leg, or if it's your left and your car is manual, I'd suggest 6-8 weeks at least.

The Dr will only recommend you not to drive, or when to drive again based upon several factors but will not sign off on a certificate per se, because it's a case by case proposition and if you did get signed off to drive, and take Endone and crash the car, then he/she could be at fault.

[Dutchy]

Yeah have heard insurance may not cover you, my bad knee is my left, when I had my reco 34 years ago and couldn't weight bear for 6 weeks and was on crutches the only thing keeping me sane was going for a drive to get out of the house.

[gadj1976]

Yeah have heard insurance may not cover you, my bad knee is my left, when I had my reco 34 years ago and couldn't weight bear for 6 weeks and was on crutches the only thing keeping me sane was going for a drive to get out of the house.

Yep, this lack of freedom has added to my cabin fever. There have been a few days where I haven't left the house. I've still got up and done things, but not leaving the house is abnormal for me. Driving relieves that tension somewhat but I wouldn't want to be in an accident and have to wade through that mire.

[Kahuna]

Total Knee Replacement

Day 28

Whilst the knee is feeling great overall, sleep is still an issue. I've got bad pain in the medial ligament area which I'm trying to deal with. But there are some learnings I'd like to pass on;

1. Time your pain relief with your bed time. I'm trying to coordinate osteo-ease and Palexia (and significant icing of the knee) 15-20 mins before sleep so I'm at my most relaxed and relieved just before bed.

Surprised you still have that much pain gadj. Seems some do better than others in that regard. Sure you are not overdoing it?

Edit: Seems to me if you are not sleeping, we could both knock back a couple of Palexia and uber it to the Clovey. Two or three pints should do the trick.