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Increase in pain

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nwf477
nwf477

Last TKR was May 9th 2 years ago. I was told after the one year mark will determine how it will feel from that point on. However that is not the case mine has gotten worse. Last Dr. did nothing he was referred by another Dr. who I really liked but retired. Finally got sick of asking for help and getting no where found a different Dr. Had lab and Bone scan done Labs were fine Bone scan bad. Had more labs done to completely rule out infection now it seems the components are loosening and the pain is getting lousy. The Dr. that suggested these tests after looking at the result is referring me to a Specialist. First appt is May 15th. If it did not hurt so much I would not bother to ask but this stinks. I have been thru numerous surgeries and was wondering what you all do or take for pain I am hoping there might be other choices besides pain meds which still might be the best choice. Currently I take Hydrocodone 10 / act 325 4-5 a day I also have a pain patch 15mg of Buprenorphine every week. When in pain I elevate and wrap it in ice for approx. 30-40 minutes. Depending on the level of pain at night I sometimes use a pillow which helps.I could do absolutely nothing but that would make things worse PT and the Dr.s want you to stay active. Not expecting any miracles for my pain relief more or less wondering if you do something different that helps.

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  • Oldfatguy1
    Oldfatguy1 nwf477

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    You might think about going to a pain management center. Sometimes they can find the right components for a cocktail tha will help. I take Oxycodone, ms contin, gabepentin and Cymbalta. PT can also help if you have some pinched nerves. My therapist is working on My rib cage to release some soft tissue in the lower body. Sometimes its a crap shoot but pain specialists and even pcp can do more than even the best surgeon. I know Chico will have some sage advice as he has been through hell and back.
    • nwf477
      nwf477 Oldfatguy1

      Posted

      We must think alike I spoke to the Pain management Dr. yesterday and even though it would be great to be on something stronger I think as well as the Dr. thinks try and deal with it till my surgery. The biggest reason you would know if you take pain meds for a period of time your body gets use to them and you build a tolerance. I think that I would want max effect from pain meds. based on what is involved with this up and coming surgery. 
    • nwf477
      nwf477 Oldfatguy1

      Posted

      Tried sending a PM to Chico but no reply well I tried. Have no idea why but it seems its getting more painful as time wears on. Its becoming a real pain in the neck getting in / out of my car, getting up from a sitting position. Maybe its just my knee does not like me anymore?? I am really hoping once I see the Dr. May 15th he will answer my questions and concerns.
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