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5th tkr

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April101
April101

5 wks post op 5th tkr left leg. loafs previous problems. now feels like shoots forwards.i have hinged knee. sure its muscle problems but has anyone else had this

thanks

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  • nwf477
    nwf477 April101

    Posted

    Is this the 5th on same knee? I remember you writing some previous about it?? Hope your doing well and not trying to be like me in having 5 going on 6 TKR's all on the same knee. There must be something about L knee's  all my problems concern the  L knee its great. Not familiar with a hinged knee is it different than a typical knee prosthesis? I was worried about what they would have to about fixing mine since after 5 there just is not enough bone to properly attach a new implant to, the surgeon told me that is a very easy fix he told me as well as showed me he can get any size implant he needs its not an issue. One less thing to worry about at least for me. What do you mean by it shoots forward?  I have had my share of issues but not sure about what you are referring to.

  • robert61422
    robert61422 April101

    Posted

    Hi April, is "loafs" short for "loads of"?

    What kind of problems? My wife has gotten two infections after PKR and we're waiting for the TKR when she feels up to it. He (the Dr.) said he can't imagine doing a TKR more than once since it's so involved and "permanent" but I know it has to be repeated at times.

    Are you going to the best doctor in your state (area)?

     

  • shan99257
    shan99257 April101

    Posted

    OMG this is your 5th TKR on same knee??? That's awful! Can I ask why they have had to do it so many times? I had my right knee done 2 n a half years ago and it is total crap! They want to put a patella button in but I'm so worried about it not working out...I'm not game to let them touch me!! Also, what is a hinged knee? Thanks April. 

    • nwf477
      nwf477 shan99257

      Posted

      I think she wrote prior its her 5th TKR but not on the same knee just not sure?? I on the other hand YUCK!! have had so far 5 TKR's all on the same knee for a total of 17 since 03. My next and boy do I hope it's my last is June 18th the last implant was not properly aligned. Pain is an everyday event some worse then others. As far as your choice on not getting your knee operated on you have to determine can you live with it like it is , will it get worse, should you look for a better surgeon?? Not everyone has the great success story ( wish I did!! ) but even considering the ones that didn't the odds are still in your favor you will have a great outcome. From my own experience not every surgeon knows everything which you would think that as much training etc they have had they would. I for one cannot stand pain it flat out stinks if I could deal with it maybe then I would reconsider surgery but as it stands I wish my surgery was last month. Just giving you my opinion.

    • robert61422
      robert61422 nwf477

      Posted

      I didn't think they could do that many. My wife's surgeon says he doesn't even want to think about repeating a TKR because it's so involved with shaving bone and everything he has to do the original time.  She has a temporary "spacer" in there now but that's not letting her walk very well.

      What to do mean about 17 since 03.  17 surgeries total? All over your body?

      Wow!

       

    • nwf477
      nwf477 robert61422

      Posted

      Since 2003 I have had 17 surgeries on my L knee, it all started with a torn meniscus how it blossomed too my current nightmare is beyond me? Speaking from experience spacers stink they are uncomfortable at best and really after having one in for 4 months I would hate to have another one!! According to the Specialist that will be doing my next revision ( the 18th and it will be # 18 of total # of L knee surgeries as well ) bone loss is not an issue. He works on patients who have lost bone tissue from cancer tumors etc. He showed me images he can get any size implant he needs. what was pretty sick looking he showed me an image of someone who had the femur as well as TKR done at the same time. Looking at all the metal and the leg was wide open was gross. Hope no one has to go thru what I have been thru.
    • robert61422
      robert61422 nwf477

      Posted

      All I can say is: "unbelievable" you must be very brave.

      Hopefully the 18th will be the finish of future problems!

       

    • nwf477
      nwf477 robert61422

      Posted

      Is it being brave , stupid or a glutton for punishment my guess its all three all I really want is a semi normal knee maybe this time???
    • nwf477
      nwf477 shan99257

      Posted

      I hope what I wrote came across the right way? Its great to read about all the ones that are doing great but I feel its important to write about the not so great things as well. No one needs to go thru this many surgeries its insane!! I started with a torn meniscus what are the odds that it would develop into the current mess? I still believe that it will get better so far the surgeon I have now is rated very high and has taken the time to check for potential issues prior to my surgery. Being in pain stinks and it helps me by writing about it at home my daughter 24 and my son 20 are great love them dearly but really who wants to hear how bad you hurt all the time? Another thing that helps me is offering help and suggestions no I am not a DR. but if have experienced something and someone asks about it I try and help.
  • shan99257
    shan99257 April101

    Posted

    CELEBREX!!!! I've been on celebrex for almost 20 years. I'm trying to give it up at the moment after reading how dangerous it is. Can anyone give me some feedback on what...if any...withdrawal symptoms they had? I am in agonising pain but I expected that. Just a lot of other symptoms I am feeling are not good. Any response would be appreciated. Thanks all.

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