Left side of right knee. Hurts especially in bed as I am a right side sleeper. When there is pain, I cannot sleep. I went to a doctor and he said carving off spur would probably make it worse and total Knee replacement is my answer. The shots of cortisone lasted one day and he said infection can set in if you don't wait at least 3 months before surgery. I am not a pill pusher but advil helps but I am concerned about the effects of long term use on kidneys, stomach, etc. I have purchased curcumin (I am not sure of spelling) and took 3 last night and it did seem to help some (not totally). Is the robotic surgery a lot better if I can find someone not so far away?