@ellerbracke cortisone shots are always a gamble. If the doctor doesn't get the exact right spot they do no good. I finally did find a doctor who hit it every time and it did provide quite a bit of relief. I also had Synvisc when the cortisone was no longer helping, and that was a huge help for a while. I have discovered since then that the best doctors to go to for these shots are the physiatrists - doctors of physical medicine. They use guided imagery so they can hit the spot consistently. Eventually, I did need TKRs on both knees.

The second TKR had to be delayed due to a low platelet count. During the wait, I exercised a lot and the improvement in my supporting muscles made a huge difference. I was waiting for 3 years. I highly recommend exercising but anyone who is waiting for a TKR should check with their orthopedist to know exactly what exercises that doctor advocates. Mine loves the recumbent bike and water jogging.
JK

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