I had mild lymphedema mostly in right foot and ankle prior to total right knee replacement 11/2024. Lymphedema did not seem to create any additional problems for replacement or healing and actually seemed a little better for a few months maybe due to antibiotics, elevation, icing and PT, but is now a little worse in both feet and legs. I had been using the pneumatic pumps for lymphedema but had to stop after the replacement until surgeon agreed I could start back. Honestly, I have not used the pumps enough after starting back and need to be more consistent. Of course summer heat and decreased activity has probably played a role in increased swelling too. We do have to be diligent about taking antibiotics for procedures and any possible infection of knee or legs. Good luck to you. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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I had a double knee replacement and developed lymphedema afterwards. I also have Sclerosing Mesenteritis, etc.
I got Lymphedema after total knee replacement surgery.
I had mild lymphedema mostly in right foot and ankle prior to total right knee replacement 11/2024. Lymphedema did not seem to create any additional problems for replacement or healing and actually seemed a little better for a few months maybe due to antibiotics, elevation, icing and PT, but is now a little worse in both feet and legs. I had been using the pneumatic pumps for lymphedema but had to stop after the replacement until surgeon agreed I could start back. Honestly, I have not used the pumps enough after starting back and need to be more consistent. Of course summer heat and decreased activity has probably played a role in increased swelling too. We do have to be diligent about taking antibiotics for procedures and any possible infection of knee or legs. Good luck to you. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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