Absolutely. I wonder if physicians are assuming the pt (patient) is not following through with PT (physical therapy). If U can get a 2nd opinion, do it. Is there a support group in your area where you can infoshare & network to find a doctor of othotics and/or another orthopedic surgeon? Is it possible for you to call to the US Mayo Clinic for advice? 877-858-0398 ... perhaps they have a contact in your country.

I hate to ask this question but have you gained weight? Check UR BMI ONLINE. Open a browser, type: check my BMI ...into the browser.

From 2012, when my knees began 2 give me trouble, Ive gained a ton of weight. My BMI is just low enough for the surgeon to have confidence that all will be fine. Im told by many physicians that Ive chosen the best to do my surgery. A lady in my complex was overweight by 70 pounds; my surgeon performed her surgery & she still has pain. Her pain is due to the fact that she is still 70 pounds overweight.

Please keep posting, your input is very valuable to all of us.