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Soreness and stiffness 10 months post TKR

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Aug 1, 2023 | Replies (33)

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@loreleiks

Hi, I am 9 and 10 months out from two successful TKRs. My story and history is very similar to yours. I continue to experience stiffness and soreness, daily and am active. It is not debilitating, annoying yes.

I spoke to my surgeon's Nurse Practioner about this just yesterday. She stated this is a condition to be expected, more ongoing than not. Recommending to continue strengthening stretches first thing in a.m.. , brief icing/elevate, as needed, and Tylenol, GABEPENTIN.
I see my surgeon for my annual in a few months. I will ask more then. Note: I had expected TKR to relieve all my symptoms, although overzealous in my expectations I am still thrilled with the outcome.

I wish you improved wellness in your journey

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Thank you...I am very overzealous as well. May I ask how much Gabapentin you take. I actually went totally off it prior to surgery because of the pain meds as I didn't want to take both. I'm back on my usual 900 at bedtime. I've wondered I should space out and take 300mg 3x a day instead of all at night.