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Jiffy knee replacement

Posted by denhyg1run @denhyg1run, Oct 11, 2024

Has anyone heard about Jiffy Knee Replacement? It was invented by a Dr. Patel in Virginia. Supposedly they don't cut your femur or ligaments. Any knowledge would be beneficial. Here in Las Vegas, a Dr. McGee does them and the recovery is short and no need for pain meds. Thanks, Diana

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steveinarizona | @steveinarizona | Jun 15 8:35am
In reply to @catheem "Ha Ha! I've read about the different ways TKR is done, and Jiffy Knee is (to..." + (show)
@catheem

Ha Ha! I've read about the different ways TKR is done, and Jiffy Knee is (to me) just basically 'minimally invasive'. There are many surgeons that do minimally invasive, and if they don't, I personally feel that they are just used to doing it the traditional way and don't want to learn the other ways that are being done...So maybe just find a surgeon that does minimally invasive, which means no cutting through the quad tendon and muscles and a smaller incision! Good luck!

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I believe you need the "subvastus" approach which is then combined with minimally invasive surgery.

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nmh23 | @nmh23 | 10 hours ago

You didn't have to take any pain meds? I have several steps in my townhouse. Will I be okay in your experience? I am 70 but in pretty good shape for my age. I am getting my first knee done August 11 and my second in October. I am quite nervous. I live alone. Thank you for ANY suggestions.

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nmh23 | @nmh23 | 10 hours ago

I am having both of my knees done by a Jiffy surgeon in Michigan in August and October.

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