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Knee replacement 2 yrs ago/ hypersensitivity to metal

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Selm
Selm

my tkr is one considered " failure". i am functional but my knee only has 100 degree flexibility - i am ok otherwise. i do deep water aerobics . pain comes on after 60 min and i am on celebrex. knee is stiff in am mostly and i have been advised to walk for need only. bone scans are inconclusive for loosening of prosthetic. blood tests are normal . metal sensitivity results shows reaction to nickel and possibly some other alloy in prosthetic.

i will be seeing surgeon shortly who will discuss options.

has anyone had this experience?

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  • joanne23352
    joanne23352 Selm

    Posted

    sorry you are going through this hopefully you get some constructive options soon best to you

  • Yorkyrebel
    Yorkyrebel Selm

    Posted

    My sister-in-law had a sensitivity to nickel and had to have the knee replacement done again - this time using a ceramic prosthetic.

    • Selm
      Selm Yorkyrebel

      Posted

      thank you.

      i ll have to see what options the doctor presents.

      the idea of starting all over again makes me ill. ugh

  • j68551
    j68551 Selm

    Posted

    Deep water aerobics. Swimming pool membership - worth every THB/ USD! That's what I DO. EVERY DAY (almost). The best exercise after three months of Physio Therapy. "Stretch & Bend.

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