Guest guest Posted March 10, 2001 Report Share Posted March 10, 2001 hi georgina, i had my knees done bilaterally and would have an awful hard time doing them that way again. it was very difficult to recover and bear pain that way. and like the study said, i had to have transfusions, i remember at least 3 pints of blood post operatively. i was a lot sicker after the bilateral surgery than any of my others. good find georgina, brandy _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 17, 2001 Report Share Posted March 17, 2001 Hi , I was thinking about you on Tuesday night. Was flipping through the tv channels after going up to bed. Just missed the FBI Files ... but was just in time for a program called The Operation. They did a knee replacement on a woman who has RA. Very graphic program but it was very interesting and I couldn't take my eyes of the screen. Most interesting was when they showed her synovium ... flesh around the cartilage that had been destroyed from the disease process. They were plucking bits of it out with what looked like a pliers! Which will help relieve some of her pain. Actually, she said she had a tremendous relief of pain just after the operation. Yup. They followed up later, too. Showed her in PT and walking again, unassisted.Her goal is to ride a bike again. By now, she may very well be doing just that : ) I wonder if anybody else saw this program? Definitely increased my respect for both those who endure the procedure ... and those who perform it successfully. Take care, Georgina Re: Knee Replacement hi georgina, i had my knees done bilaterally and would have an awful hard time doing them that way again. it was very difficult to recover and bear pain that way. and like the study said, i had to have transfusions, i remember at least 3 pints of blood post operatively. i was a lot sicker after the bilateral surgery than any of my others. good find georgina, brandy _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2001 Report Share Posted March 18, 2001 Hi , I thought the procedure was absolutely fascinating to watch. I was surprised that they didn't use any nuts, bolts or cement. The apparatus was fitted in place by, you're right ... sawing, drilling, and hammering. They used metal and plastic parts. Metal at both ends of the bone, with spaces in it to allow for new bone to grow into and through to hold it in place, and plastic to replace destroyed cartilage. It was really amazing. It was so cool to hear the woman talk about how much better it felt and how much range of motion she got back after the surgery. The operation was a success. Wow. So one day we could see your hip being done? Wouldn't that be something? : ) Aloha, Georgina Re: Knee Replacement hey georgina, thanks. looks real bad on tv doesnt it? the first time i saw a hip done on tv, i almost freaked out. i was kinda like, " no wonder it hurts so bad!! " they saw on you, hammer on you, and everything else they can think of.....yuck! its weird though, i signed release papers for my operations to be recorded. students at unc hospitals could be viewing mine all the time, i have no idea if they will ever be broadcasted on tv or not. oh well, gotta go, brandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2001 Report Share Posted March 18, 2001 hey georgina, thanks. looks real bad on tv doesnt it? the first time i saw a hip done on tv, i almost freaked out. i was kinda like, " no wonder it hurts so bad!! " they saw on you, hammer on you, and everything else they can think of.....yuck! its weird though, i signed release papers for my operations to be recorded. students at unc hospitals could be viewing mine all the time, i have no idea if they will ever be broadcasted on tv or not. oh well, gotta go, brandy _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 29, 2003 Report Share Posted January 29, 2003 Hi Brent, I've never had a knee replacement but would like to know more about how the doctor decides if you need one or not. Like...........is it the pain......unable to walk....stiffness.......what? What shows up on the MRI? My knees are both in bad shape. I cannot bend them, I walk very stiff legged with tiny, baby steps, they give away during the day....they just plain hurt no matter what I do. They do not hurt when I am not on them though. I'm curious how your knees feel. Thanks, Ca. Carmen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 29, 2003 Report Share Posted January 29, 2003 Ahhh Brent, I won't say sorry to hear this because you have obviously been living with the pain far too long. I had my right one done in 98. Best thing ever. They did the arthroscopy first and said you have nothing but trash in there. So a whole new one and it was actually less painful than the ortho for me. They get you up on crunches right away and then you use the tens machine to keep it rotating it up and out for a few weeks I think it was 4-6wk. I had a therapist visit home for the first month and when able to be walking good then drove to therapy myself. I was surprised at how the time went by quickly. I was so afraid because I was told the knee was so painful, but not more than any others I've had. And it has not hurt since. That is the very best part Brent. so I would be celebrating for you. Good luck, Melt Knee replacement > Well, folks. I got some bad news today. Looks like I need a new left knee > per MRI and x-ray. ( I could use a noonie too, but that's a different > problem). > > Anyway, I'd like to hear from anyone who had had knee replacement surgery. > Info such as did it work? who long is it lasting? pain? recovery? physical > therapy, etc. would help. I still have to see a few specialists, and so it > will be a while before I get it done. > > > I've had two prior arthroscopic surgeries on this knee, and I was told I > would need new parts in about 5 years after the last surgery, but that was > only 2.5 years ago. > > Any info would be appreciated. > > Thanks, > > -Brent > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 29, 2003 Report Share Posted January 29, 2003 Ahhh Brent, I won't say sorry to hear this because you have obviously been living with the pain far too long. I had my right one done in 98. Best thing ever. They did the arthroscopy first and said you have nothing but trash in there. So a whole new one and it was actually less painful than the ortho for me. They get you up on crunches right away and then you use the tens machine to keep it rotating it up and out for a few weeks I think it was 4-6wk. I had a therapist visit home for the first month and when able to be walking good then drove to therapy myself. I was surprised at how the time went by quickly. I was so afraid because I was told the knee was so painful, but not more than any others I've had. And it has not hurt since. That is the very best part Brent. so I would be celebrating for you. Good luck, Melt Knee replacement > Well, folks. I got some bad news today. Looks like I need a new left knee > per MRI and x-ray. ( I could use a noonie too, but that's a different > problem). > > Anyway, I'd like to hear from anyone who had had knee replacement surgery. > Info such as did it work? who long is it lasting? pain? recovery? physical > therapy, etc. would help. I still have to see a few specialists, and so it > will be a while before I get it done. > > > I've had two prior arthroscopic surgeries on this knee, and I was told I > would need new parts in about 5 years after the last surgery, but that was > only 2.5 years ago. > > Any info would be appreciated. > > Thanks, > > -Brent > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2003 Report Share Posted January 30, 2003 Hello a! Welcome to the bionic gang ;-) I just hope that your surgery doesnt take as long as mine (i need both knees done, been waiting for 2 years). Norman seems my type of person, off with drugs as soon as possible :-)... Hang in there, Nuno a wrote: || Well, folks. I got some bad news today. Looks like I need a new left || knee || per MRI and x-ray. ( I could use a noonie too, but that's a different || || problem). || |||||||||||||| || || Brent, may I ask how old you are? Norman just had his, he's 49 and || it's || suppose to last 15-20 years. The Doc said a person in their 60's it || should || last 20-30 years. Be prepared as soon as you wake up from surgery || to have || your knee hooked up to the BPM. Norman started physical therapy the || next || day. He had his December 18th. He goes to therapy twice a week. || They work || really quick (at least his therapist did) to get him off his || crutches. She || also didn't want to give him a cane, but I insisted. He still has || swelling, || which the Doc said could last up to a year. He also still has a || little pain || but won't take his pain pills anymore (so the pain must not be too || bad). He || should be going back to work early March. || || || || Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2003 Report Share Posted January 31, 2003 <<< " Brent, may I ask how old you are? " >>> I'm 40. They prefer you to be 5-10 years older, just in case you need a 2nd replacement, and odds are, you won't live long enough for a 3rd. I have to wonder how the therapy affects on other, sore, arthritic joints? -Brent Knee replacement Well, folks. I got some bad news today. Looks like I need a new left knee per MRI and x-ray. ( I could use a noonie too, but that's a different problem). >>>>>>>>>>>> Brent, may I ask how old you are? Norman just had his, he's 49 and it's suppose to last 15-20 years. The Doc said a person in their 60's it should last 20-30 years. Be prepared as soon as you wake up from surgery to have your knee hooked up to the BPM. Norman started physical therapy the next day. He had his December 18th. He goes to therapy twice a week. They work really quick (at least his therapist did) to get him off his crutches. She also didn't want to give him a cane, but I insisted. He still has swelling, which the Doc said could last up to a year. He also still has a little pain but won't take his pain pills anymore (so the pain must not be too bad). He should be going back to work early March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2003 Report Share Posted January 31, 2003 Hi! About these knees of ours, im 31 and they were very sceptical at first. But after seeing a specialist in arthritis in Barcelona (3 years ago), the conclusion was that the most important thing to consider is the quality of living, which would be much improved with the replacements, all my joints are very compromised My Hips and knees will be cemented ones, my bones cant be trusted to grow normally ;-) Be well, Nuno a wrote: || <<< " Brent, may I ask how old you are? " >>> || || I'm 40. They prefer you to be 5-10 years older, just in case you || need a 2nd || replacement, and odds are, you won't live long enough for a 3rd. || || I have to wonder how the therapy affects on other, sore, arthritic || joints? || || -Brent || ||||||||||||||||||| || || Wow, your knee's must be pretty bad. Norman's 49 and they wanted || him to || wait 5-10 years. He said no way! I had no idea you were so young. || || || || Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2003 Report Share Posted January 31, 2003 Hello all, I haven't posted here for a very long time. I saw that u were asking about knee replacements and that they told you they wanted you to wait because u were still to young to have it done. I really hate when doctor's say that. Because age really doesn't have anything to do with it anymore these days. It did 15-20 years ago but not now. I will tell you a little about me real fast. My name is and I have had Systemic JRA since I was 8. I am now 28 just about 29. Some of you all know me from my JRA website. I have had a total of 18 surgeries so far to date and 5 of those are joint replacements. I had my right hip replaced when I was 13, both of my knee's when I was 16, My left elbow in oct of 2000, and my left hip in aug of 2001. My right replaced knee had it's first revision done in jan of 99, and my left knee was just revised Aug of 2002. I will see my 3rd and probably my 4th and might even see a 5th revison done to my knee before I am down. I am still looking at having my shoulder's replaced and my other elbow probably all within the next 10 years. If your knee is making it hard for you to deal with everyday life. I would suggest you go find a different surgeon. There are surgeon's out there that will do them. Plus there is also that knee partcial knee replacement that was just approved last year. Witch was approved for the younger people that need knee replacements. So don't give up if your is that bad and it is causing you a lot of trouble in everyday living. If you have any question feel free to email or post and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Until then take care all. p.s. For those of you that all ready know me. I will post again soon and tell you all what has been going on with me lately. Until then take care all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 Does anyone know about a knee replacement that can last 20-25 years? If so, are there only a few doctors that can do these type of knee replacements. How does one find the best surgeon to do the knee replacement and has anyone had both knees done at the same time. I am 47 years old and need knee replacements in both knees because of a traffic accident 17 years ago. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 There have been many that have had both knees done at the same time in this area of Florida. We have one of the best knee and hip surgeons in the country here in central Florida. Where do you live? Re: knee replacement Does anyone know about a knee replacement that can last 20-25 years? If so, are there only a few doctors that can do these type of knee replacements. How does one find the best surgeon to do the knee replacement and has anyone had both knees done at the same time. I am 47 years old and need knee replacements in both knees because of a traffic accident 17 years ago. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 Hi Jim I've had a knee replacement for 17 yrs and I was 40 and no one wanted to touch me ( do it) because I was so young, but I couldn't stand the pain so I had this doctor for 20 years and he new I was in pain so he did it. I'm sure he would like to know it lasted 17yrs. When I had it done he told me it would probelby only last 5 to 7 yrs, thats it. But at that time I didn't care if it lasted a year, It hurt so bad. I'm going to have a revision on 11/ 11 and they say that success rate is not very good, but you see I fooled them the last time so I counting on it happening again. positive thinking. Just do the research to find a good doctor who does them. And pray. As far as lasting I took really good care of it. I didn't do sports that put strain on it. I was real careful Delaine <key.west@...> wrote: Does anyone know about a knee replacement that can last 20-25 years? If so, are there only a few doctors that can do these type of knee replacements. How does one find the best surgeon to do the knee replacement and has anyone had both knees done at the same time. I am 47 years old and need knee replacements in both knees because of a traffic accident 17 years ago. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 Jim: Lots of people do both knees at the same time. Some doctors will not do it, for various reasons, but other doctors recommend bilaterals. One of the orthopedist's at our hospital does them regularly, and the other ortho will not do bilaterals. It is up to the doctor and the patient. The recovery for bilaterals is usually a bit slower, but in the long run, it is shorter than going through the full recovery/rehab of both knees. The key, as always, is your commitment to doing the rehab; your presurgery physical conditioning, and co-morbidities. Marilyn Delaine wrote: Does anyone know about a knee replacement that can last 20-25 years? If so, are there only a few doctors that can do these type of knee replacements. How does one find the best surgeon to do the knee replacement and has anyone had both knees done at the same time. I am 47 years old and need knee replacements in both knees because of a traffic accident 17 years ago. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 At 10:07 PM 9/9/2003 -0500, you wrote: >Jim: Lots of people do both knees at the same time. Some doctors will >not do it, for various reasons, but other doctors recommend >bilaterals. One of the orthopedist's at our hospital does them >regularly, and the other ortho will not do bilaterals. It is up to the >doctor and the patient. The recovery for bilaterals is usually a bit >slower, but in the long run, it is shorter than going through the full >recovery/rehab of both knees. The key, as always, is your commitment to >doing the rehab; your presurgery physical conditioning, and co-morbidities. Having just done a single knee replacement, I cannot imagine a double replacement. I have talked with one person who had both done at the same time and his experience was a lengthened recovery time though not as long as the combined time of single replacements. My Doctor does not recommend them but will do them if necessary. He pushes a rather aggressive PT regimen and feels that overall healing is not as good. Awl Knotted Up - Custom woodworking Don Bowen donb@... Valley Center, CA http://www.braingarage.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2003 Report Share Posted October 19, 2003 I just had a tkr on august26. I did all the shots first too and they did not work. I am 52 years old. I am doing really good, I can bend my knee 130 and I am now walking without a cane.I have a little setback because I have a stress fracture in my foot which is going to take 3 to 4 weeks to heal.Other then that I am doing pretty good. Theraphy is the best thing you have to exercise.Its a hard operation to go through but if its interfering with your everyday life and you can't do the things that you like to do I would say do it.Not to be in constant pain everyday is a blessing. Good Luck to you. Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2003 Report Share Posted October 19, 2003 At 10/19/2003, you wrote: >I just had a tkr on august26. I did all the shots first too and they did >not work. I am 52 years old. I am doing really good, I can bend my knee >130 and I am now walking without a cane.I have a little setback because I >have a stress fracture in my foot which is going to take 3 to 4 weeks to >heal.Other then that I am doing pretty good. Theraphy is the best thing >you have to exercise.Its a hard operation to go through but if its >interfering with your everyday life and you can't do the things that you >like to do I would say do it.Not to be in constant pain everyday is a blessing. My RTKR was Aug 4th and according to all that I know and have been told, I am doing really good. I was 90+ on leaving the hospital and was at 125+ 2 weeks later. I was walking with a single crutch one week after leaving the hospital. I am now walking almost 2 miles a day with an occasional 3 mile bike ride. Over the last couple of weeks the pain has reduced significantly. I still have a loose knee but on advice from this list, I am working to strengthen the muscles and that appears to be helping. I still cannot stand for more than about an hour and a half. I am 57. Awl Knotted Up - Custom woodworking Don Bowen donb@... Valley Center, CA http://www.braingarage.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2003 Report Share Posted November 2, 2003 Just so you know: My mom never recovered from her synvisc injections......go to a qualified doctor...this guy ruined her knees. Make sure the doctor knows exactly what he's doing....research the doc. and get referrals thanks Kat Knee replacement I am considering knee replacement and have been getting mixed reviews. I have had so-called cortisone injections and a series of 3 synvisc injections ... none worked. Help with ideas. I am 72 yrs old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 28, 2004 Report Share Posted May 28, 2004 Hi Janet, Didn't your dr or nursn give you exercises to do when you had your operation I got this sheet that had the differant exercises on it you should ask your dr . Juneflower60 or Susienellybly2002 <nellybly2002@...> wrote: Hello, I'm new to the group. I had a total knee replacement two years ago and I still have full flexion, and apparently little scar tissue. I'm lucky because I certainly don't do physical exercise but I would like to know what exercise I can do other than walking. Thanks from Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2004 Report Share Posted June 2, 2004 OOOOOOOOH! A NEW PIVOT JOINT? MARGE Hi I am Hank:I will be getting a double knee replacement and wonder if anyone can give some input on the best material as: Titanium vs Zirconium[Oxinium] ; metal to metal vs metal to plastic; cemented vs non cemented; the newer pivot joint vs the standard joint; Any other info that seeming is beneficial. Thx in advance. Hank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2004 Report Share Posted June 2, 2004 Hi Hank, I had my right Knee replace and my right Hip replace I wish you the best of luck in having both your knees done at same time . juneflower60 or SusieHRBARTUS@... wrote: Hi I am Hank:I will be getting a double knee replacement and wonder if anyone can give some input on the best material as: Titanium vs Zirconium[Oxinium] ; metal to metal vs metal to plastic; cemented vs non cemented; the newer pivot joint vs the standard joint; Any other info that seeming is beneficial. Thx in advance. Hank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 jamphotos2@... said: >I had knee replacement June 4. I'm still having a lot of trouble >sleeping, pain, stiffness, etc. Also, the knee seems to be very warm >to the touch and still swelled. Still walking with a cane. Trying to >determine if this is normal for 5 weeks out, was hoping I'd be in >better shape by now! Everyone heals at their own pace. Do you have a fever? Is your incision bleeding or oozing? If yes to either of those questions then you should call your doc. I had bilateral tkrs on 5/28. I have excellent extension and flexation. No problems there. I can also walk without a cane. However I still feel lots of stiffness and have plenty of pain. My physical therapist told me that swelling can last for almost a year, so keep icing your knee area. Do you have a nurse who comes to your house for outpatient visits? If so, let her know your problems. Marley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Normal is relative....your knee is still warm because it is swollen....extra fluid hanging around for some reason. It usually takes a while to reduce. Sleeping problems are normal as you may have picked up from following others on this list, it is related to clearing all of the anesthesia from your system, and the extra meds, lack of regular exercise during the day, and general out of routine. If it is really a problem, your physician (either ortho or primary) might perscribe a sleep aide, which you can take at night, along w/ your pain meds. You will probably feel better once you get to sleeping more. What is your range of motion now? Are you still getting any P.T.? Pain and stiffness are probably related to the swelling, all of which often reduces with increased activity. Sometimes ice is good after exerciseing to reduce pain, and swelling. Ask your P.T. and the MD. Marilyn jamphotos2 wrote: >I had knee replacement June 4. I'm still having a lot of trouble >sleeping, pain, stiffness, etc. Also, the knee seems to be very warm >to the touch and still swelled. Still walking with a cane. Trying to >determine if this is normal for 5 weeks out, was hoping I'd be in >better shape by now! > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 19, 2004 Report Share Posted August 19, 2004 In a message dated 8/18/2004 11:26:02 PM Central Standard Time, juneflower60@... writes: How many peoples leg that they had their Knee replacement on where it feels numb and still sore when they touch it ? _____ Numb on the lateral side of the suture line. Just fine on the medial side. But not sore anywhere, really, except after my PT session. y Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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