Teresa Sliwinski at the age of 42 had a microfracture procedure which became complicated by a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). She decided to maintain a diary of the experience, giving KNEEguru readers a valuable insight into her daily life as she struggled with her rehabilitation. Location: Buffalo New York USA Occupation: Computer Sales Interests: Singing, writing, reading, scrapbooking, biking, swimming, working out at the gym, Tai Chi, bubble baths.

Part 1 - Microfracture surgery

• Teresa has her microfracture surgery
• Waiting for her post-op visit with the surgeon

Part 2 - DVT complicates recovery

• Rehab going well until ....
• Deep vein thrombosis complicates recovery

Part 3 - Surviving deep vein thrombosis

• Getting through the dark days of DVT rehab
• Back on the road to recovery