the good work! Take care, Numpty elainebadknee Post subject: Re: More Mobile Posted: 24 Nov 2012 13:44 Joined: 19 May 2010 12:49 Hi Sticky Well my dad just said to build up how many i do in my exercises so have done...I will ask physio this week... Elainexx stickywicket wrote: That sounds like good news to me, Elaine, and I'm sure you'll be delighted to get rid of the stockings Has the physio actually advised you to do the quads in 25s twice daily? I just remember a physio once telling me that 10 was as much as was helpful at a time but they've all emphasised the need to do them at least 4 times per day. Only you can decide when you're safe to drive. No point in rushing it. elainebadknee Post subject: Re: More Mobile Posted: 24 Nov 2012 13:44 Joined: 19 May 2010 12:49 Hi Marie Oh they are horrid things arent they? Urgh, still got bruises now a month on and maybe the stokcings have held them in? Elainexx villier wrote: Well done Elaine, no wonder you are glad to ditch the stockings the last time I wore them in hospital they actually bruised my legs, just watch though that you are not trying to do to much to soon...........tc............Marie xx Is lovely to see your knee is recovering so well and you are able to walk a bit further each time. Things have gone well and after all that is all you hoped for.