Two weeks after Robin’s knee replacement, we drove to Aorangi Orthopedic Centre to get his stitches removed, or maybe they were staples, we weren't too sure what was hiding away under the bandage.
Aorangi Orthopedic Centre
We were ushered into a treatment room, and the nurse helped Robin up on the bed. Then the bandage and tape was peeled away. It was staples securing the incision, I counted 30 of them. Everything has healed well, no redness or, heaven forbid, infection, so that’s good to know.
Look at all those staples
The nurse set to with a handy little gadget and snip,snip, each staple was soon removed. She didn't mind me taking photos, and I assured her she would remain incognito. Then she sprayed the scar with some sort of artificial skin, which would help keep things clean and aid healing.
Snip, snip, soon done
The surgeon then arrived, confirmed that he was very pleased with how things were going, and we will be back to see him in six weeks time. In the meantime he will be attending a six week exercise programme set up at the local medical centre and run by physios. Hopefully Robin’s mobility will be much improved the next time we return for the follow up appointment. He certainly will be working hard to get better so that he can drive again, tow the caravan, and continue with our caravan adventures.
2 comments:
Looking good on the knee front, I hope it continues for you and the physio clinic is an excellent idea. Best wishes for speedy rehab, you’ll be back on the road soon.
That wound is looking very clean and healthy! Make sure Robin keeps up the physio and exercise - it all helps immensely, I understand.
Do I take it, Jenny, that you don't tow the caravan, girl?
Cheers, Mxx
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