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Neuropathy after TKR: I'm 68 and fearful of future

Neuropathy | Last Active: Oct 22, 2023 | Replies (112)

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@shep148

I am six years out from a TKR. The minute I woke up after my surgery my foot felt numb. I told my doctors in all my appointments after the surgery. I was told not to worry about it, the numbness will go away. On my one year check up from my TKR I told my doc I was still experiencing foot numbness. His reaction was total shock. It was like he had no idea I was having that problem and advised me to see a podiatrist. I am active I play golf and pickle ball and go to the gym. My activities are usually not as long as I would like because the longer I am active the worse my foot feels. I describe it like there is a block of cement on the bottom of my foot. I very rarely talk about it because it sounds so silly that something like that could be a problem. I have have found Nike sneakers give me the most support, but I end up buying sneakers (they are not cheap) and inserts every two months. I really am just venting because I thought maybe somewhere out there is someone that understands. So thank you for giving me this opportunity and any suggestions or helpful information is appreciated.

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Welcome @shep148, I think I might be venting also if I was told not to worry about the numbness after surgery and six years later I still had the symptoms. It was one of the possibilities my surgeon explained to me prior to having my TKR but I already have numb feet and neuropathy so it didn't make mine any worse. In my experience, most foam inserts in shoes are only good for 3 to 4 months max. I like Sketchers because they seem to feel good on the feet and I get the leather like versions for more support than the canvas ones. I normally get a new pair a couple of time a year because the foam sole breaks down.

Seeing a podiatrist might be a good idea to see if orthotics might help. Have you thought about getting a second opinion?

I find some help against "cement foot" if I wear compression socks when I am active. But, I also need extra squish in the shoes or soles to reduce pressure of the ground. I like men's socks when I'm walking a lot. I do have orthotics, but finding that it is important for shoes to have some squish as well. You are right to keep active!