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Neuropathy after TKR: I'm 68 and fearful of future
Neuropathy | Last Active: Oct 22, 2023 | Replies (112)Comment receiving replies
I am 61 and just had a total knee replacement and also have neuropathy. My healing process has been slow and painful as well and I share your concerns as I have always been very active and I can't even bend my knee at this point without excruciating pain and I'm totally reliant on my Walker and help at home. My surgeon was unsympathetic and dismissive almost as if he felt like I was attacking his competence. His cruel Behavior toward me has encouraged me to look at different doctors so I'm currently looking at different groups in different areas who might be willing to give me a second opinion. I just wanted to let you know that others are feeling the same way that you are. There has to be an answer for our delayed healing and Recovery. Good luck to you. I would suggest looking into getting a second opinion
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I had TKR and I have to tell you recovery was long. It was at least 6 or 7 months before I could really bend my knee. It is essential that you take the pain meds, do the exercises diligently several times a day, ice after each exercise, and don't worry that you are using your walker. Keep walking as much as you can. Mobility is important. And forget about the doctor. His job was to fix your knee. Now if he did a bad job, that's a reason to look for someone else. Do you have a primary doctor that you can talk to about your pain or neuropathy concerns?
I hope this helps.
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I had two knee replacements about 10 years ago. I never think about them and continue to do sports and other than PN live a normal life. Your doctor sounds incompetant. Please get a second opinion. If you are in NC look at the group Ortho Triad. I had hip replacement done there and it also has been a success.
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