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What’s the criteria for getting a knee replaced?

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Oct 2, 2018 | Replies (28)
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@ecook

Hi John, thanks for your reply. There have been periods of time when I’ve had a snap in the back of my left knee which had me using crutches for two weeks. I couldn’t even put any weight on it. The pain will gradually become worse as the cortisone wears off. So, I gather from most here that waiting is best. Still frustrated though.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Sep 8, 2018

Hi @ecook, I don't blame for being frustrated. I am too. I hate not being able to do simple tasks that require kneeling down and having to get up from sitting slowly before taking a step to make sure the knee is OK. If I had the money I would try the stem cell therapy although the ortho doctor I talked with didn't think it would help much if you have bone on bone - didn't think it could grow any new cartilage for the joint. Probably my biggest fear is not being able to get the knee replacement until I'm even older than I am now and that will make rehab even more painful. I just take it one day at a time and try to keep moving the best I can.

John

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