Al Roker is on the road to recovery after undergoing a total knee replacement on Tuesday. Just one day later, the weatherman shared an update on social media by posting a video of himself walking around on his new knee with the help of a walker, and even making his way down some prop stairs using a cane.«Up and walking this morning on the #newknee #stepbystep,» he wrote, thanking his doctor. «Wearing a negative pressure pump to help facilitate wound healing.»Roker's wife, Deborah Roberts, also offered a look at Roker's recovery with a selfie from his hospital bed. «Wednesday wonder.
Part 2 of health journey for my sweet @alroker,» she wrote. «So grateful for talented medical team who got him back on his feet with a new knee and new sense of confidence after such a major challenge.
Moving forward with #grit #gratitude and #grace Humbled by all the good wishes and #prayer and the blessing of good #healthcare.»A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)Roker's co-hosts expressed relief regarding his recovery, with Savannah Guthrie telling viewers that he's already returned home from the hospital. «Did you have any doubt?
I'm surprised he's not here right now,» quipped Dylan Dreyer. «I'm so glad Al is doing just fine.» Roker, 68, previously had knee replacement surgery in April 2022.
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