Just to comment on the knee steroid injection. I had the steroid injection done a few weeks ago and my knee is better. It is not completely better but it is getting there. I am glad that I tried it. My injury is a tear in the knee.
I had 4 tkr and always developed excessive scar tissue. Rehab would go well and then in a few weeks all the progress reversed.
It was then decided to fuse the knee joint. It has been 13 years and in that time, I have had a total knee on the other knee and back issues.
I'm a Permanent Deacon and would love to be able to genuflect again and all the mobility issues.
I have heard about Dr. Finn, but I also heard that insurance doesn't cover the procedure.
I too had my knee fusion reversed at Weiss Memorial,by Dr. Finn. I have been 5 yrs post op with virtually no side effects. I have a third of my right leg bone removed due to infection and I'm glad I reversed it. I use no assisted devices and hike in the mountains with no problems
I too had my knee fusion reversed at Weiss Memorial,by Dr. Finn. I have been 5 yrs post op with virtually no side effects. I have a third of my right leg bone removed due to infection and I'm glad I reversed it. I use no assisted devices and hike in the mountains with no problems
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Knee fusion is taking the knee as it exists and fusing the upper and lower leg bones together or fusing them.
The best definition would be " a stiff leg" with no bending at the knee.
I have asked to have this procedure but I was told that the ortho's do not recommend unless an infection is causing the pain
I will be having a spinal stimulation preformed in 4 weeks, after a meeting with a physiologist, having an MRI and various blood tests
If this does not work I am advocating for an above the knee amputation.
My Vascular Surgeon has informed me of the pros and cons of the surgery....but after 6 years and 2 months of pain, and diminished quality of life.....I have done All A-Z of recommendations with ZERO positive results
Thanks
RJ
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Just to comment on the knee steroid injection. I had the steroid injection done a few weeks ago and my knee is better. It is not completely better but it is getting there. I am glad that I tried it. My injury is a tear in the knee.
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1 ReactionHi @fred811 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I'd like to invite @pegleg27 and @pattyduerkop to share their experiences with you as well.
Here is some reference info for you to read: Nov 2020 - Difficult surgery to reverse a knee fusion provides one man the chance to regain his mobility and the opportunity to live life to its fullest: https://blog.weisshospital.com/stories/stories-of-triumph/difficult-surgery-to-reverse-a-knee-fusion-provides-one-man-the-chance-to-regain-his-mobility-and-the-opportunity-to-live-life-to-its-fullest
Can you expound on your situation and what issues you have faced with this surgery so far?
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2 ReactionsI had 4 tkr and always developed excessive scar tissue. Rehab would go well and then in a few weeks all the progress reversed.
It was then decided to fuse the knee joint. It has been 13 years and in that time, I have had a total knee on the other knee and back issues.
I'm a Permanent Deacon and would love to be able to genuflect again and all the mobility issues.
I have heard about Dr. Finn, but I also heard that insurance doesn't cover the procedure.
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2 ReactionsI too had my knee fusion reversed at Weiss Memorial,by Dr. Finn. I have been 5 yrs post op with virtually no side effects. I have a third of my right leg bone removed due to infection and I'm glad I reversed it. I use no assisted devices and hike in the mountains with no problems
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1 ReactionIs the procedure covered by insurance?
Insurance covered the procedure
I have had 2TKR'S and one revision.
before I have an AKA I am considering a knee fusion, but my Dr. is not thinking it will provide pain relief.
this is now 6 years
what is the pro's and con's?
I can be on my feet less than 10 minutes before I must sit
RJ
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1 ReactionAh, a breath of hope.
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1 ReactionHi, what is knee fusion
Hi,
Knee fusion is taking the knee as it exists and fusing the upper and lower leg bones together or fusing them.
The best definition would be " a stiff leg" with no bending at the knee.
I have asked to have this procedure but I was told that the ortho's do not recommend unless an infection is causing the pain
I will be having a spinal stimulation preformed in 4 weeks, after a meeting with a physiologist, having an MRI and various blood tests
If this does not work I am advocating for an above the knee amputation.
My Vascular Surgeon has informed me of the pros and cons of the surgery....but after 6 years and 2 months of pain, and diminished quality of life.....I have done All A-Z of recommendations with ZERO positive results
Thanks
RJ