Thighs have not handled two TKR after 2 years
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I had TKRs 4 months apart two years ago. Things were great. But as time goes on it is getting harder to walk without a cane because my thighs seem to be weakening. I have rheumatoid arthritis and next week am getting a shoulder replacement because my bones are crumbling and my left shoulder is frozen and in horrendous pain. the right one is frozen but has no pain. am I doomed to be in a wheelchair?
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lynda49844 avie47
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I am sorry to hear of your problems. I don't have any answers I'm afraid, but I would say to use walking aids if it helps keep you mobile and continue doing the physio exercises you were given after your TKR's. What painkillers are you taking?
christine23754 avie47
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I can't really offer you any advice but I do sympathise. I have just had my second hip replacement and am waiting for my second knee. I also have severe arthritus particularly in my left shoulder which is virtually useless and painful so I do wonder if I too am going to end up in a wheelchair.
I get very despondent having to use a stick because if just makes my shoulders worse but I am hopeful that when I other knee gets replaced I will more like facing having my shoulders done.
Anyway you are not the only one who is suffering if that helps at all and I hope all turns out well for you.
Wish I could offer you some real advice but I think it is just a question of trying to stay positive and I know that is not easy...