Connect
← Return to Pain months after Total Knee Replacement
Discussion
Pain months after Total Knee Replacement
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Dec 28, 2021 | Replies (53)Comment receiving replies
Good day I need some help, I have been on opioid pain medication for a long time for pain I was having in my knee. I recently had knee replacement surgery and they prescribe me more however it isn’t working, they have tried to up the dose and I’m still getting no relief which is causing me issues with getting started with rehab. At this point I have given up and stopped taking the medication they have been giving me,My doctor did say he was going to send me to a pain specialist if what I was being prescribed didn’t work but just wanted to ask if anyone else has been in the situation and what was recommended?
Replies to "Good day I need some help, I have been on opioid pain medication for a long..."
Narcotics really never helped with my TKR or my RTS surgeries. An ice machine was the most helpful and oh yes physical therapy is a must. My PT who rehabbed me for both my surgeries had me in his office the day after I got home. Yes it can hurt but in my experience a good surgeon and therapist are essential to recovery. And oh yes working hard on our parts to follow exercise regimen that therapist prescribes, not fun but pays off if all your hardware is good. It’s been almost 3 years since my reverse total shoulder and 7 months post TKR and I do exercise regimen every day.
Connect
@angelacol you will notice that I have moved your post into a discussion on knee replacement to allow you to better connect with members who may relate to your situation.
Members like @sprinrosa64 and @jeff101 may be able to share their experience with you with regard to pain following surgery.
Have you ever seen a pain specialist before?