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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Oct 1 6:40am | Replies (332)Comment receiving replies
I was told that anything I did was a 50/50 chance because my left knee is bone on bone to where there is no space at all so any injection would basically just go around and maybe seep in some. My right had a TKR 3 years ago and since 1.5 giving me issues but they say my left is shot....however this time no staples and robotic which talking to others say is amazing. Praying for the best.
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@cindymattern
Hello, firstly good luck with your next knee replacement. I imagine it's a difficult but necessary decision especially after a difficult first knee replacement. I am 1.5 yrs post left tkr. So many issues still...swelling, stiffness, giving out occasionally, clicking, difficulty descending steps...
Did you gave any of those and gave they resolved?
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Hi Cindy,
Whatever you decide to do, I truly hope your get pain relief.
I had a few questions
1) You mention having a TKR on your right knee three years ago, and that it is giving you issues. What problems are you having now that the knee has been replaced?
2) You mention your left knee is bone on bone. Both of my knees were in the same condition and I had them both replaced, 4 months apart, in 2022 at age 67. My surgeon used the Stryker/Mako robotic cutting arm and the results were great. Are you considering the same type of surgery?
Joint pain from arthritis is eventually very painful. In addition to my knees, I had my right hip replaced in March 2025. and had my left shoulder replaced two months ago. In all cases, the surgery eliminated the persistent and disruptive pain.
I wish you all the best Cindy.
Joe