I had my first TKR July 2021. (Left knee). Recovery was painful and in my opinion, a long process. PT thought differently and were very encouraging. Myofascia release proved to be a positive game changer ( thanks to this blog suggestion). I swore I wouldn’t get the other knee done due to the unrelenting pain. Tramadol twice a day wasn’t adequate, but my surgeon wouldn’t prescribe more than 3 weeks. Well, I am now at a pain level in my right knee that I can no longer bear. My PMD has been kindly prescribing Tylenol 4, one tab a day. If I limit my activity, that one pill helps me sleep with less pain. I can’t tolerate not being active if there is a solution. Therefore I am seriously planning surgery. BTW, knee injections times 2, were very helpful but with rapidly declining time they lasted. I share all of this for the support and suggestions this blog offers. This is a new surgeon ( moved out of State last year). What is a reasonable expectation for pain relief? Best drug, dosage, length of time? How to be sure I have the right surgeon? This MD suggested the replacement wasn’t as accurate in placement as he would do. ? I am now 77.5 yrs. No HTN or DM. my only issue is a bit overweight and lots of osteoarthritis. I look forward to reading your responses.

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