FULL KNEE REPLACEMENT
1 month(s) ago • 162 views • 17 replies
History first; Back in 1992 while doing some nonsense we tend to do as teens, I was a passenger in a car going way too fast, on a dirt road, at night. We went straight into some trees and I held myself in the car, however my knee went through the dashboard. This shattered the head of my TIB/FIB, was in the hospital for two weeks, had a plate and six screws installed and was in a full leg cast for eight months. I had the hardware removed in 1994, and had the whole “you won’t do sports again”, “you won’t run again”, “you’ll be crippled in your 30s”. Of course I didn’t listen and started BJJ in 1998 and have been at it ever since. On top of a heavy competition schedule, and weightlifting, running, cliff jumping, and other Tom foolery. The last five years if I walked distance, moved incorrectly, etc. my knee would swell up to the size of a pumpkin and I would be laid up for a few days. Speaking with my doctor and he stated a full replacement was my only option. We did cortisone/steroid injections, gel injections, etc. to no avail. So I had the full replacement this past Wednesday and wanted to update people who may be considering it, as finding information online about BJJ after replacement is all over the place. I can say I’m absolutely shocked on this recovery, as you can put weight on it right after surgery with a walker. The first two days were nothing as the nerve block still held up, and also the doctor stated I have the “best range of motion” he’s ever seen after doing a replacement. I’m on day three and the block has worn off, and it’s sore and extremely swollen. Pain isn’t bad and bearable, however it is stiff between extension and flexation. Doing at home PT three days a week, and will update this as progress happens. I intend to roll again and kneel, and I’m very anti guard pulling, so takedowns as well.  |
"History first; Back in 1992 while doing some nonsense we tend to do as teens, I was a passenger in a car going way too fast, on a dirt road, at night. We went straight into some trees and I held myself in the car, however my knee went through the dashboard. This shattered the head of my TIB/FIB, was in the hospital for two weeks, had a plate and six screws installed and was in a full leg cast for eight months. I had the hardware removed in 1994, and had the whole “you won’t do sports again”, “you won’t run again”, “you’ll be crippled in your 30s”. Of course I didn’t listen and started BJJ in 1998 and have been at it ever since. On top of a heavy competition schedule, and weightlifting, running, cliff jumping, and other Tom foolery. The last five years if I walked distance, moved incorrectly, etc. my knee would swell up to the size of a pumpkin and I would be laid up for a few days. Speaking with my doctor and he stated a full replacement was my only option. We did cortisone/steroid injections, gel injections, etc. to no avail. So I had the full replacement this past Wednesday and wanted to update people who may be considering it, as finding information online about BJJ after replacement is all over the place. I can say I’m absolutely shocked on this recovery, as you can put weight on it right after surgery with a walker. The first two days were nothing as the nerve block still held up, and also the doctor stated I have the “best range of motion” he’s ever seen after doing a replacement. I’m on day three and the block has worn off, and it’s sore and extremely swollen. Pain isn’t bad and bearable, however it is stiff between extension and flexation. Doing at home PT three days a week, and will update this as progress happens. I intend to roll again and kneel, and I’m very anti guard pulling, so takedowns as well." Wishing you a speedy recovery |
"History first; Back in 1992 while doing some nonsense we tend to do as teens, I was a passenger in a car going way too fast, on a dirt road, at night. We went straight into some trees and I held myself in the car, however my knee went through the dashboard. This shattered the head of my TIB/FIB, was in the hospital for two weeks, had a plate and six screws installed and was in a full leg cast for eight months. I had the hardware removed in 1994, and had the whole “you won’t do sports again”, “you won’t run again”, “you’ll be crippled in your 30s”. Of course I didn’t listen and started BJJ in 1998 and have been at it ever since. On top of a heavy competition schedule, and weightlifting, running, cliff jumping, and other Tom foolery. The last five years if I walked distance, moved incorrectly, etc. my knee would swell up to the size of a pumpkin and I would be laid up for a few days. Speaking with my doctor and he stated a full replacement was my only option. We did cortisone/steroid injections, gel injections, etc. to no avail. So I had the full replacement this past Wednesday and wanted to update people who may be considering it, as finding information online about BJJ after replacement is all over the place. I can say I’m absolutely shocked on this recovery, as you can put weight on it right after surgery with a walker. The first two days were nothing as the nerve block still held up, and also the doctor stated I have the “best range of motion” he’s ever seen after doing a replacement. I’m on day three and the block has worn off, and it’s sore and extremely swollen. Pain isn’t bad and bearable, however it is stiff between extension and flexation. Doing at home PT three days a week, and will update this as progress happens. I intend to roll again and kneel, and I’m very anti guard pulling, so takedowns as well." wow, nothing but the best. I already had 1 knee surgery after 20 years of kenpo, Judo and BJJ, I am hoping to put off any more as long as possible. Please keep us update to date sir... |
My father in law has both of his knees replaced. He is doing great after initial pains. Couple of weeks ago he was crawling on all fours on a tiled bathroom floor when inspecting our new home. I asked him to not do it with his new knees, but he assured that it was ok. I don't know how well those will manage twisting motion, but surely your doctor sheds some light on that. |
"I'm allegedly supposed to have my first hip replacement next week and am happy to hear about someone having a good recovery. One of my coworkers had a knee done last year and was out for 3 months." Make sure you post your progress on the hip replacement thread! I'm recovering from a shoulder replacement atm, but I'm scheduled for my hip in May. Would be awesome to hear about your experience. |
"Make sure you post your progress on the hip replacement thread! I'm recovering from a shoulder replacement atm, but I'm scheduled for my hip in May. Would be awesome to hear about your experience." I'm going to. Right now I'm seriously considering changing surgeons. I've had this scheduled for 2/18/25 for almost a year and now they're telling me they have no record of that and the earliest they can do it is April 8th, which is when the second one is supposed to be getting done. The only thing keeping me with this surgeon is that I don't want to start this whole thing over again. |
Wrestling Coach Jerry Seaman made a DVD of his really amazing recovery, from bilateral knee replacements. I wonder if I can find it. That guy got insane ROM after his knee replacements. Real outlier stuff. The guy was a machine, and seemed to be a person of high integrity, too. (Edited 1 month(s) ago) |
Here are some teaser clips for his DVD. As he has passed away, I don't think it is for sale anymore. https://www.youtube.com/@[...]man/videos |
"History first; Back in 1992 while doing some nonsense we tend to do as teens, I was a passenger in a car going way too fast, on a dirt road, at night. We went straight into some trees and I held myself in the car, however my knee went through the dashboard. This shattered the head of my TIB/FIB, was in the hospital for two weeks, had a plate and six screws installed and was in a full leg cast for eight months. I had the hardware removed in 1994, and had the whole “you won’t do sports again”, “you won’t run again”, “you’ll be crippled in your 30s”. Of course I didn’t listen and started BJJ in 1998 and have been at it ever since. On top of a heavy competition schedule, and weightlifting, running, cliff jumping, and other Tom foolery. The last five years if I walked distance, moved incorrectly, etc. my knee would swell up to the size of a pumpkin and I would be laid up for a few days. Speaking with my doctor and he stated a full replacement was my only option. We did cortisone/steroid injections, gel injections, etc. to no avail. So I had the full replacement this past Wednesday and wanted to update people who may be considering it, as finding information online about BJJ after replacement is all over the place. I can say I’m absolutely shocked on this recovery, as you can put weight on it right after surgery with a walker. The first two days were nothing as the nerve block still held up, and also the doctor stated I have the “best range of motion” he’s ever seen after doing a replacement. I’m on day three and the block has worn off, and it’s sore and extremely swollen. Pain isn’t bad and bearable, however it is stiff between extension and flexation. Doing at home PT three days a week, and will update this as progress happens. I intend to roll again and kneel, and I’m very anti guard pulling, so takedowns as well." Speedy recovery. |
So getting into PT now and have graduated into a cane. However my dr told my wife that using the walker longer will improve my gait, and said the PT will push me into a cane faster than I should. That being said I walked a short distance unassisted today, and have to say I’m amazed at how well it feels considering it is a major surgery. My extension is at 4 degrees off straight, and I’m able to bend 120 degrees which is fantastic according to them. Again my knee is pretty angry at me for pushing it today, but again nothing compared to my shoulder recovery (had both cuffs repaired, and biceps tendon anchored, both from BJJ injuries). Only going into day six but can say if you’ve been putting this off, I highly suggest you move on it. This feels sturdier and better than my knee did pre-op! |
"So getting into PT now and have graduated into a cane. However my dr told my wife that using the walker longer will improve my gait, and said the PT will push me into a cane faster than I should. That being said I walked a short distance unassisted today, and have to say I’m amazed at how well it feels considering it is a major surgery. My extension is at 4 degrees off straight, and I’m able to bend 120 degrees which is fantastic according to them. Again my knee is pretty angry at me for pushing it today, but again nothing compared to my shoulder recovery (had both cuffs repaired, and biceps tendon anchored, both from BJJ injuries). Only going into day six but can say if you’ve been putting this off, I highly suggest you move on it. This feels sturdier and better than my knee did pre-op!" When your knees are up to it, Bill the Superfoot Wallace advocated practicing doing Judo footsweeps, as Tori, after his knee replacements. That is clearly not medical advice, and Bill The Superfoot did make a habit of carrying around his testicle in a jar, as a conversation piece.... But, he was a very nice man, and a helluva combat athlete and coach. |
Range of motion better, can walk without the cane but of course with a limp. Need to learn to walk right again as after my first surgeries my leg bowed out from the knee. This has been straightened so I need to focus on staying straighter. Pain is not bad at all, feels crampy more than anything. PT is used to “little old ladies” and say I’ll have no problem recovering. I’ll keep people posted as we go, and let you know how any BJJ stuff goes once I’m able.  |
Range of motion better, can walk without the cane but of course with a limp. Need to learn to walk right again as after my first surgeries my leg bowed out from the knee. This has been straightened so I need to focus on staying straighter. Pain is not bad at all, feels crampy more than anything. PT is used to “little old ladies” and say I’ll have no problem recovering. I’ll keep people posted as we go, and let you know how any BJJ stuff goes once I’m able.  |
Update: haven’t had a cane or any assistance walking for two weeks. PT is going well, hardest two things are going down stairs (normally, I can do one step at a time), and sleep with just the discomfort when static. I’ve been able to walk a lot more and run around with my pets (to an extent). All bruising is gone, and coming along well. No rolling or BJJ yet but will update, I’m hoping to roll at the Maine camp coming up in June! |
Update: haven’t had a cane or any assistance walking for two weeks. PT is going well, hardest two things are going down stairs (normally, I can do one step at a time), and sleep with just the discomfort when static. I’ve been able to walk a lot more and run around with my pets (to an extent). All bruising is gone, and coming along well. No rolling or BJJ yet but will update, I’m hoping to roll at the Maine camp coming up in June! |
