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Good Morning.
As another commenter suggested, speak to your doctor about it.
Quality of life is important. I have seen 65 and over perceived as "old" but that is not old! Older, maybe. We have potential to live a long life - why not work on the quality part.
As you shared some information, I would suggest, again as someone else put up here, speak to your doctor. If you are not engaging in proper fitness training and nutrition for your age and lifestyle I would work on that first with the appropriate professional (I am an exercise physiologist and nutritionist - will defer to your healthcare provider first!).
Surgery can be a great thing but it is also very demanding. Learn you options and progress towards feeling better!
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Hi Ann,
Thanks for your reply. I got both knees replaced in 2022. Before the surgery, I worked with a trainer very knowledgeable in kinesiology and he helped me get the muscles supporting my knee in better shape. I also researched and found an excellent surgeon who used the Stryker/Mako robotic assistant.
And then I did the rehab exercises obsessively for the first 2 months post-op. By three months, I was pain free and doing anything I wanted in the gym - with the exception of 1) impact exercises, and 2) the leg extension machine (this machine provides no functional benefit and puts undue stress on the patella and the patellar channel).
Joe