Lateral Knee Pain After A Total Knee Replacement

Lateral knee pain after a total knee replacement is common and may be caused by pain at the fibular head. The new knee implant will change the stresses and loading through the tibia.
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[@robertburwood7299]

Been there and had that pain for the first few months after a TKR. Almost 6 months post op now and it’s gone as everything settles down and gets used to its new life. Knee is 95% pain free and feeling great. Shame about the rest of me😊

[@DebrasDeliciousDishes]

Hello I just had my surgery two months ago this by far was one of the best total knee replacement videos I ever seen you really explain the situation the pain I have been experiencing on the outside of under my knee bone thank you for the way you explained that you explained it better than anyone else have explained it to me I just want to thank you for that and I am subscribed to your channel now

[@claudiocorleone7856]

This man is the best!

[@GailHarris-p1f]

Yes!!

[@chrishingson3064]

Thank God I found you thank you for what your doing and the Facebook page has kept me sane I so wished I hadn't found it in the first two weeks it would have made life so much better thank you thank you thank you🥰

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Hi Chris, thanks for that! We actually started our practice in Sarasota, FL. We left there in 2006 but if you ever need any recommendations I still have several great contacts.

[@chrishingson3064]

@@totaltherapysolutions OMG Sarasota Florida is where I was raised by entire life I don't live there now either wow, I'm so glad you're online😊

[@patriciajonesgray7157]

If it had not been for God on my side, I would have not endured the healing process, You will have pain, the pain is real and not a joke. This is when you need to ask God to help you to endure. Trust in God and keep it MOVING

[@denisewade2512]

You never lied. This pain is no joke. Not sure if I’m doing the next knee. Don’t think so. Smh

[@lindaardito2128]

@@denisewade2512 My 9 month old knee is giving me pain and stiffness in that area. But my 5 month knee is pretty close to being perfect. You just never know.

[@0xtwinklezx0]

Day 8 of post op acl/meniscus repair and the pain is so unbearable. I pray at night but I have neglected my god when I am crying and in pain while doing the exercises. I asked for god for the strength to get me threw this as I said my nightly prayers and something told me to look at this video. Your comment was the first one I saw and resonated with me like it was a sign.. thank you so much for this, I really needed to be reminded to keep praying especially in the hardest moments.

[@Ckradolfer]

I never had pain . took painkiller while in clinic 5 days and never again no pain at all.

[@KTUTF]

❤ Patricia my surgery is coming up in2 months and I too am trusting in God to get me through it

[@gilldoy8134]

Hi Tony, I’m in UK almost 3 weeks post op and finding your videos really useful. Thank you so much for taking the time to record and share them.

[@ginaeremitaggio1626]

Hi Tony I'm almost 3weeks Monday still in pain special in the night can find the right position to sleep I take Advil and tinenol don't help i need sleep I sleep 4 hour walk up every hour

[@Diana-007]

Brilliant video, your skill is off the charts, thank you.

[@marymccarthy2533]

Thank you for explaining this. Your explanation makes sense. Thank you

[@jardarsundeolsen3123]

Thank you. This explains the pain I’ve been feeling perfectly. Exactly the same spot too. Haven’t been able to see the physiotherapist yet because of Easter, but I’ll definitely bring this up next week.

[@rajnidasan347]

Hi Tony I always watch your videos. I am getting lot of pain on the sides of my knees just where you mentioned. I have had two surgeries and it’s been almost 9 months and I am still not better. How will this pain go away ? Will it ever go away? I thought after knee replacement I can do all my normal activities and I will be pain free. I feel very depressed and this is affecting my mental well being as well.

[@rosemarysamalack792]

Just so you know you are not alone, if that’s any help. Good info today.

[@phylmar1]

I know how you feel I to still have stiffness in my knee replacement it will be 2 years this September 😢

[@lizstromsnesdolz629]

not pain free after TKR but now they say I need HIP REPLACEMENT

[@alyciayoung1632]

Another great video, T! Your patients are so blessed to have you their therapist😁I'm 6 months and did my first, trott, lol. Not jog🤣 My leg was definitely bowed. Now I look knock kneed...Or maybe it's still adjusting..Question, how long does it take muscles to rebuild? My legs used to be really pretty and nicely toned. Thank you for being here for us😁

[@davidroberts2900]

Great video and explanation. Had exactly this problem which caused excruciating pain, including lightning bolt flashes of pain down my leg in the night. My physio did exactly the manipulation you described and the results were almost immediate. I have continued to work on this area with my thumbs and am now back on track to a good recovery after 10 weeks.

[@YM-zz5qq]

I hope that’s all it is with me. Those lightening bolt flashes of pain are the worst! I scared my daughter who was driving at the time, when I yelled out in pain from one. Can you recommend a video of the instructions you’ve been using to alleviate the pain?

[@YM-zz5qq]

(I do get them down the middle of my knee as well.)

[@clydedominey417]

I’m heading to my physical therapist- this sounds like my problem. Played golf today and stepped off the green to a lightning bolt of pain. I have been feeling this walking downstairs as the knee flexes.

[@choney8125]

I’m getting these lightning bolt pains too. 6 weeks po. I can’t wait to see pt Monday. Hope he helps. It’s awful.

[@stuarteverngam7467]

Thanks so much for these explanations. I had right TKR on Oct 8th and things are going well. I had left TKR on Nov 19th and 1 1/2 weeks in, I had and still have the most intense pain possible when I get in and out of a seating position. There is NO pain when walking or sitting with legs out straight. I basically cannot bend the leg. My PT was able to eventually get the leg to bend last Thurs., but reverted back as soon as I got home. I see my surgeon tomorrow and we’ll see what he says. Sounds like it is one of the things you describe here. Thanks again!

[@YM-zz5qq]

@@barbarasiegel3118 that might be from sitting a lot after surgery. I had hip pain as well but that has resolved after periodic walking and PT. I was also told I probably had bursitis there a few years ago.

[@7000bass]

Wow Tony, this is exactly the issue for my ltkr after 5 months. I have mild pain at the top of the fibula and that is where the clicking and clunking comes from. I have mild pain lower down between the fibula and tibia plus a bit on the front of the knee at the top of the tibia. No physio backup still in the UK. I have rubbed ibuprofen cream into the joint (not advised anywhere) but it does genuinely seem to make a big difference. Thanks again for sharing your expertise, very much appreciated.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Thanks for the update. I was wondering how you have been. I can't believe physio is still down over there. Just let me know if you need some help.

[@bt9124]

@@totaltherapysolutions physio in the uk is hard to come by unless you live in London probably. It's why you are so important. Thank you so much.

[@phyllisdsilva9313]

Thank u for ur videos they are so useful in understanding the problem. I have had my TKR 2 myths back and I have been having this pulsating pain on outside of my knee when I'm resting but now I realize it will pass off as days go buy.

[@mickeystime1646]

Hi just found this and I’m same as you 7 month post left TKR and have this pain

[@patredman3733]

Thank you Tony your explanations are always so clear and concise. I’m a week postop and that sounds just like what I’m experiencing when I do the flexion exercise on the bed, on the chair it’s less obvious so I guess has to do with loading. I’d be very keen to see a video on the sort of moves to help free it up if you had time.

[@geraldinewalls5351]

Hello Pat,I am getting a creeking sound on the inside of my knee,after a knee replacement.its been a year this Jan coming ,will it get better,thank you so much jacqui.

[@brutallyhonestguy5985]

@@geraldinewalls5351 Hi Gerald do you consider knee surgery worth it ? If you could go back in time ?

[@yvettelivingstone378]

thank you so much for this. this is exactly the pain that makes it hard for me to walk any distance at all and what makes even more sense to me was when you mentioned about bowed legs being straightened...that is exactly my issue. I've always had bowed legs and of course with this surgery, it's been made straight. This pain is excruciating to say the least. I will certainly research the AP & PA glides and rotation exercises you mentioned.

[@jeanineschad3281]

Very helpful videos. I’m 7 weeks out from surgery and am experiencing this side pain exactly

[@YM-zz5qq]

Same, only 2 weeks post-op though. I don’t know if I’ve been just pushing myself too hard or what.

[@choney8125]

Same here! Helppppp😢

[@pattypreston3075]

Love your videos. This is exactly my issue. I was extremely vagus. I am 3 months out of rtkn with great range of motion but much stiffness on.the outside of my knee area.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Patty Preston I wish I could see a photo before and after the knee replacement. Are you in our Facebook group?

[@pattypreston3075]

@@totaltherapysolutions ...no, what is the name of your group? My knee is so great and straight now. So so happy about that. I can walk at a good pace for 45 min, however when I stop I get quite stiff. Icing and exercising it and some days are worse than others. Thks for all your videos, love them

[@melindabarnes9629]

@@pattypreston3075 It's called Total Knee Replacement Group 202

[@melindabarnes9629]

2020

[@asharp6591]

Thank you Tony. This makes sense. I was told by my surgeon that it was sciatica. The pain runs all the way done the side of my leg and also hurts when i’m lying on my side and lift my leg to turn to the other side.

[@sharronlopez2520]

You are the best ❤❤❤

[@randybergh3580]

Great explanation why I have side knee pain. Thank you

[@suem.3651]

I experienced IT band pain about 9 mo post-op. Was doing great until I tripped over a parking lot berm and hit the outside of the knee on the pavement. Luckily, no breakage. Sent back to PT and dry needling. My PT said that dry needling needed to be done higher up at the glute and hip level where IT band goes. Totally worked. Clamshells are a lifesaver!

[@terriekirkpatrick1298]

This is exactly where my pain is coming from especially going upstairs before I have the tkr in about a month. Have bone on bone but no pain in mid knee just problem getting up and down motions and grinding sounds that lurch me forward when it catches to sometimes being off balance. Sounds like having the tkr will not eliminate this problem. Currently having peroneal nerve issues mid calf and lateral side of foot.

[@ChyrleWhalen]

Totally makes sense! It is annoying! Down to the lateral ankle! Especially at night. I'm very happy with new knees overall the grinding pain gone. Had same discomfort on left side took 5 months to stop.

[@ianlomas625]

Hi Tony exactly one of my issues, especially when practicing going up stairs. It may be a loading issue as you suggest with the new knee now being straighter I suppose the body is adjusting. I have noticed on stair climb I’m loading flat footed rather than ball of my foot. That said I am making progress slowly. Your videos are really helpful. Thank you 🙏

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Ian Lomas progress is what counts. Thanks for the update.

[@sheenamurkin489]

Is their a video for being able to do knee replacement exercises while having a pulled back??

[@angel4short2]

Hi Ian, How is your pain now, a year later?

[@darlenericotta7550]

Thank you! I find it is best to watch your videos more than one time to make more since of your information that I find I missed the first time.

[@marianarobinson7845]

A great explanation thank you. I can only deal with this pain using topical ibruprofen or Diclofenac gel. It’s a nuisance.

[@pamgibbons375]

Another Big thank you for these fine videos....

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Another big You are welcome and thanks to you for watching!

[@danielleferreri4177]

Hmm. Mine is on the INside, just to the right of the knee cap

[@jenniferbroccardo6482]

Tony, I am 6 weeks post op as of today. I am having a lot of lateral pain both in the fibular head area and extemely tight IT band. My surgeon looks at me like I’m nuts and just says thats not where people complain of pain. Can you give any examples of what to do for that pain? Your video is the only place I’ve found mention of this immedialtly post op and not years later.

[@petereconomos4463]

Does your IT band snap As it glides across your knee during flexion? I have had this issue since the day after my surgery and when it snaps the pain is excruciating. It has not improved and I am Hoping it was caused by the swelling.

[@brutallyhonestguy5985]

@@petereconomos4463 how is your knee now?

[@Mbakwems]

Thank you so much. This is what I am experiencing now. Waiting to hear from my Surgeon. Thanks again.

[@myronyoshioka8742]

Another great video....Thanks Tony

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Myron Yoshioka i always appreciate the feedback. Thanks Myron.

[@Lyn4817]

Great explanation. The lateral collateral ligament? I know the feeling of pain from the ITB which was repaired on my other knee in 2016. My TKRs are 21years old and I am getting a lot of pain on the lateral side, opposite of leg which had the ITB repair in 2016. This pain has been manageable up to the last six months. I don't think it's the fibula head. Originally I was having issues with the Bakers cyst which I felt that pain further behind the knee and in the top of calf, in soft tissue, I treated that with deep massage. This pain is starting to extend up and down on the lateral side and is now starting to catch. Best that I can explain it.

[@PatriciaJackson-l2f]

Love all your info. I had tkr 6 months ago. Couldn't take anti inflamitory meds. Still having pain, lots of swelling. Nothing seems to help. Still doing all excercises. Scared to just stop. Now having burning on the outside and part of the top. Help!

[@gurjitkaurgill4914]

Yes , same spot I have pain too after knee replacement

[@sandracobb502]

This is exactly where most of my pain is coming from. The pain increases upon flexion and feels better on extension in this area. Thank you for info on the possible causes. I believe I had a bone spur in this area that was removed during TKR surgery. The leg had become knock knee'd over the years and is now straight. I'm hoping over time the IT band an ligaments will adjust. If there is still arthritis there I hope it doesn't increase. Your videos are so helpful and I joined the FB group recently!

[@meganzurn7595]

Currently a month out and recently started with the lateral knee pain. I have also had a lot of pain along my shin. Pain is terrible at night which makes sleeping limited. What blows my mind is that no medication relieves the pain and the only thing i took before surgery was ibuprofen once a day. I always credited myself with a high pain tolerance but this is miserable.

[@fancyfrancy2244]

Have you tried Gabapentin?

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

Me too have found just exercise all the time best then elevating icing. Happy with TKR think we just have to not give up 🙏 be patient all settles sooner than later. Good luck in your recovery.

[@bubblebobble9654]

1. Get up and move around frequently. Don't sit in chairs, couches etc with knees bent at 90 degrees for longer than 30min at a time 2. Avoid >90 degree flexion of the knee to prevent tearing up the meniscus (avoid child's pose in yoga, deep squats, take care gardening or working in the shop, etc) 3. Buy a sit/stand desk or desk converter if working from home Thanks for the fibula mention! It does seem likely that surgery anywhere around the tibial head might also impact the fibular head in ways which could take extra time for the patient to adapt and even affect movement and loading patterns on the opposite leg. I shared above my three simple tips for knee pain for folks who are in a comparable situation to me. My background is that I was a gym rat into heavy lifting but since covid I became a little sedentary and was sitting 12+ hours a day in a sit only desk and then going on long runs late at night. I had a lateral meniscus repair about 6 months ago and now have some lateral knee soreness that clears up when I do the things above.

[@evaritch2070]

I have pain on the outside of my right knee when they get ready to stetçh it out or bend that where the problem is and I walked on with my feet flat on the ground text me back with a answer please

[@AmySmith-ti3zh]

Why does the inside of my leg hurt

[@ChefFlee2018]

Finally a video helping me 🙁but i still have the pain. This my second TKR in 8 months on the same knee. 😢 they had to redo it and put in a smaller one and that stabbing on the outside is still there. Ugh it's only been 5 days postop so 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@keekee6316]

Thank you for answering my question. This is exactly what I'm dealing with. I don't understand why my surgeon and PT doesn't explain it fully.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Glad I could help. Honestly, I have never seen anyone address this issue but it seems so basic. Thanks for subscribing. Every subscriber helps the channel grow which helps me reach more people.

[@marywilliams7648]

They don't explain nothing, all they r studying is to move on to d next person, especially if is free

[@robertavery8897]

ITBand and lateral collateral ligament.... I used the graston message ... problem gone. My problem as you mentioned ... I had bowed leg which destroyed my meniscus on the medial side. Then I took some Meloxicam for about 3 weeks and that pretty much took care of the inflammation... doing great now. Worked for me.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. I always appreciate knowing people are watching.

[@Shadyslick0408]

Been almost 7 months since my ACL surgery and meniscus repair. I still have the pain. Like you've mentioned, I have bowed legs too. I guess that's part of the problem. Did you add any special exercises to your rehab to get over it? Thanks in advance

[@traysand3256]

What is a Graston massage?

[@annieparry6309]

Thank you- re information about new lateral pain 3 months post TKR - fibula? - IT band…? LCL? now to get PT and surgeon to listen and act

[@sharonpowell650]

I am almost 2 years out from my total knee replacement and it still hurts down the outside of my leg. Is this normal.

[@Dewalsh929]

Thank you so much for the informative video.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pauletteshepherd869]

Thanks, very informative!!

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Thanks for watching.

[@kathywhipple9347]

This is exactly what I have, 4 months PO. Is it worth bringing it up to the surgeon? And what can be done for it?

[@jeeli786]

I had total knee replacement 11 months ago. I have great range of motion. My problem is pain & swelling after walking even couple of blocks. Tired of taking anti inflammatory meds. Surgeon says, structurally ther is nothing wrong. Pain seems to be in the tissue.

[@IndelibleAndy]

This is such good information. I am almost year out from my double knee replacement and I have never received such a clear explanation of why I still have residual pain. This makes so much sense. Thank you for this video! (I would still do the surgery all over again, I just wish this had been explained to me up front so I could set my own expectations much better.)

[@evaritch4457]

I still hurt can't do the excise I don't know what to do do do I 🎉😂

[@evaritch4457]

I still hurt can't do the excise I don't know what to do do do I 🎉😂

[@evaritch4457]

I still hurt can't do the excise I don't know what to do do do I 🎉😂

[@susanlittlefield3167]

I had continued lateral knee pain after TKR, especially with any twisting movement. Did my own research, that led me to suspect problems with my popliteus tendon. A cortisone injection into the tendon done under ultrasound ended months of pain. But my surgeon never suggested this tendon as the source of my pain; I had to bring my research to him.

[@dawnhaney160]

I see you posted this 9 months ago. I have the exact same problem you were experiencing. 7 months out now. Can I ask how long the corizone shot was effective for you? Has the pain in that area returned? Thank you!

[@skinnylittlekidfromc]

I’m ten weeks po L tkr I have been doing wonderful till last week when this aching annoying pain developed and I could hardly bend my knee to go up the stairs or down. I was bowl legged so all this makes sense thanks

[@laurastewart3355]

God Bless you for sharing your valuable knowledge! I have made the best proactive progress with your shared KZbin videos!

[@manuelcampolla2573]

It’s been 4 months since my total knee replacement and my pain is unbearable I explain to my Dr wheee my pain is and he is at a loss for words because mri and X-rays show nothing wrong in this area but I can barely walk most days. If I sit to long and go to get up it is very difficult and when walking it feels as if it is going to buckle. My Dr has scheduled me for another surgery but plans on resurfacing my knee cap which is know where close to where my pain is at. Also to relieve any pressure around my it band. He has not mentioned anything about this area even though I point it out to him all the time. I am nervous about the surgery because I feel he will not find anything wrong especially if he is not looking at the area I am explaining to him the pain is at. This video is the best explanation of where my pain resides at. And I am torn whether or not I should proceed with the surgery even though I know something is clearly wrong in this area or should I delay it and wait it longer.

[@mariamoler4217]

the same for me also.i cant straight. my leg out so the surgeon says he wont give me.another surgery. so im trying to go to another surgeon. i cant walk hardly my leg buckles the pain i cant describe. and my leg isnt straight wtf i can bend my knee a bit .what has helped u

[@paulettetatana9171]

Thank u for explaining this. I'm in nz, I use a maori balm my sister makes & she gave me which is called Tupapaki & it helps alot with the pain where u are describing it. So thank u again Tony.for another awesome video.

[@Shadyslick0408]

This completely makes sense

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Thanks

[@susanharris7463]

I had total knee replacement ln 2021 went well went back for check up got told I have cement loss in my knee told the surgeon I have not had fall went for scan haven't heard nothing since

[@totaltherapysolutions]

I am hoping for good news for you.

[@janicemanuel8169]

Thank you for explaining the problem im having so what do you do to fix the problem. Thank you

[@gailmoore6708]

I had a right total knee replacement 2 months ago and my range is great but I have really bad pain when getting up from sitting. It’s very painful. Is that normal or something like you are describing in the video. My therapist says it’s normal at 12 weeks. It’s actually very similar to pain I was having before surgery.

[@brendarichardson4394]

Yup, that's it! Thanks again!

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Thanks for the comment on here. It really helps.

[@robertlulek1634]

@@totaltherapysolutions Hi Tony I recently had my knee replaced I am about 2 months out. I do have pain in that area that you are pointing to in this video. Hopefully it will subside somewhat. My question is is it normal to have clinking in the knee almost like., Grinding sounds. I did not see my doctor but I saw a nurse on my first visit after the operation. She said it's not normal to have too much of that noise grinding. So I'm going back to the original surgeon in two more months to see how I progress. What can cause the grinding and clunking sounds?

[@lynetteprieto1434]

Hi Tony it's two years since I had a left knee replacement on the 29th October 2019and and am still having issues with the said Doctor recommended scar tissue removal which I did in August this year.The knee is bending a bit better but am experiencing to much pain especially on the lateral side of the knee. Am tired using icepak and taking pain killers. Please tell me how to treat this issue please

[@SassyinSC]

Thanks so much for the info..

[@totaltherapysolutions]

My pleasure. I hope you find the information helpful.

[@class87srule]

Is pain on the inside, along with night spasms after prolonged stillness usual, too?

[@rajnidasan347]

Even I get this pain at night when I get up in The middle of the night

[@anng8811]

4 months out and still very uncomfortable to walk. Lots of clicking and clunking. My other “good” knee weirdly has this side pain as you described.

[@debbieott1076]

I've had constant pain from day 1 of my knee replacement since 2015. On the outer right side of my knee about the size of a quarter. Numb and burning . Dr did 3 xrays within about 9 weeks. Each time he said no problem with the knee. I'm still in pain daily. I was in rehab for a month from 2nd day of surgery. Trying to get my knee to straighten. Then more therapy after going home. I don't know what to do. It's my right leg.

[@kg7487]

Based on my experience - had a ukr 5 months ago - there could be a lot of comorbidities cause pain. Tendinosis, ligament damage, fatty pads, bursar, myofacia issues etc. The implant does not address these soft tissue issues.

[@lawrencewolf8453]

Had knee replacement and so sorry I had it done ✅ Is there a way to grow new bones

[@angiehazelaar]

Why? Please could you let me know your reasons, i am having both done in 3 weeks

[@gallen2101]

Omg thanks so much, I didn't understand how this pain became so obvious after 2 weeks post op! It hurts to sit down!!!

[@ninfabatchelor4943]

That is exactly we're Ifelt the pain. But I working on it God bless

[@garypinder1366]

Why is my knee getting stiff on the out side of the knee transplant On my right knee. It gets stiff in the middle of the night. This is my nineth week.

[@lauramahoney4630]

Can you do a video on septic arthritis of the knee? I'm now going to have MUA on Feb 8th because of scar tissue build up. The infection was staph aureus and was severe. I was septic and I had emergent surgery 6 days after symptoms started.

[@clclay22]

Yes I have pain and tightness there

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Have you found anything to help it?

[@guyunger9082]

I had a full knee replacement 4 months ago. Have healed extremity well but i have pain on the inside of the knee.

[@TheKennynix]

I had by lateral TKR 12/10/21. Almost 6 mo. later I still have swelling and pain in both knees. I still don't have total full flexion and straighten. Im still in PT and the pain is still almost unbearable. Should I still work through the pain

[@brutallyhonestguy5985]

How is your knee now

[@DavidSmith-br4vt]

Please if you have any suggestions the side of my knee is hurting. The knee is working great just the pain on the side

[@flashjustflash]

Might things getting rearranged to put my kneecap into its proper position cause enough realignment to instigate pain on the outside of my knee?

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Absolutely! We just never know.

[@yehzindagiaurcooking2390]

Thanks for sharing this video. I'd my knee replacement 5 weeks ago. I'm healing but pain is insane however it's getting better. I just want to ask a question is there any suggestion to relax the leg during the night time as I've to move & regulate my leg every hour. I'm desperate for 1 good night sleep 😴

[@Diana-007]

Hi I’m now 10 weeks had the same issue up to a couple of weeks ago alongside an awful clunking sensation anytime I tried to turn with restless legs, the pain gradually improved by week 6 but the pain meds were pretty hopeless anyway bar the recent introduction of cocodamol 30/500 at night, which has helped me sleep a bit better, alongside a comfortable pillow to rest between knees. Hang in there it will get better!

[@yehzindagiaurcooking2390]

@@Diana-007 Thanks for the suggestion. I'm on the same dose of cocodamol aswell but no relief in pain yet. I'll try pillow at night time. I did few weeks ago it wasn't comfortable for me. I did have some sleep last night but again with every hour of regulating & moving from one side to another. Hopping it'll get better in coming weeks. 😊

[@marywilliams7648]

Hi Doc, thank for your videos, I had a TKR done 5 weeks ago, during the surgery the surgeons as they say, mistakenly broke my Tibial Plauteau and all they keeps telling me don't walk on that foot, don't put weight on it because it can get worst, how such a thing happen, this can be so frustrating, I'm in my 60s, so how do I move about without using my feet, I'm dependent on myself, will like to hear from u please, every now and then I get a lancing throbbing pain, on top or bottom, where d new knee replacement is

[@brutallyhonestguy5985]

I hope you are doing better now 🙏 please see a good surgeon. Those who messed up can't come up with any solution ?

[@dazzlingpumppouches]

Interesting about the fibular head. This seems to be exactly where I get a weird sensation after trying to go upstairs. Then I try to massage it out and eventually will go back to normal. I had knee replacement 6 months ago

[@sarmisthamandal1101]

How to fix outward bend of knee (L) post tkr...Pl help...it crakles when I try to stand straight

[@denisedale6205]

I’m 8 1/2 weeks post op & I do have pain on the inside of my knee…I don’t think it’s fibula related …isn’t that the opposite side!? Could it b from detaching my patella & re attaching it? It has to b moved out of the way…it’s been problematic since the beginning

[@lindawestergard4712]

I am a little further than you and had to have a manual manipulation due to my knee freezing, but now out of that I have pain where you are describing. I feel that it has something to do with the knee cap not moving like it should. I feel PT is part of this....just being forceful with the exercise not at my rate....

[@AngieRuthVerMulm]

Mine pain inner right knee im believe nerve damage but i continue to fight through level 10 pain!

[@knuckle47]

I am 7 weeks…l knowing this now, would not have had this done…. I did it to put off problems 10 years from now in my 80’s…but, was it worth it?

[@anng8811]

Same thought process for me at 55. Wish I hadn’t done this. I’m 4 months out and much worse than before

[@knuckle47]

@@anng8811 if it’s any consolation… I am now 7 1/2 months out and it is about 60% improved over those first 6 miserable weeks. Doc said you may find at 9 months and 1 year it is better

[@kathleenbabcock9009]

wow, I have not even hand my replacement yet and I am experiencing that pain in the knee that is not going to be done first, but will also be done. I am in so much pain, I am in bed, trying to do excercises to keep my muscles strong but all this information is really freaking me out. I have no choice, I now have RA and the pain causes me to scream and my knees not to lock when I stand. My poor grandsons run to me when I can seem to stand up and they push on my knees to force them back. What can I do prior to surgery to make my surgery as successful as possible. As it is I am going to be in a wheel chair soon as I can barely take a few steps at a time and this is with a very supportive cane or a walker. I keep them under a heating blanket so when I stand from the bed it is not so bad, but it is not without a lot of pain. I am already on pain meds, for a very long time due to a devastating accident that put me into traction for 7 years, every night, so I could function. I am having surgery in Jan and although I push to stand, there are times I just cant. I do not know what to do at this point. I am afraid my muscles will not be good enough to support the replacement. Any suggestions?

[@bt9124]

My pain is lateral but higher up, more in line with the knee cap. Pain is always worse if you're scared. What are your views on TENS machines? I am 5 weeks post TKR with the beginnings of an ulcer thx to high does of pain killers. Trying to wean myself off them atm🤔🤨🤔

[@totaltherapysolutions]

I think TENS can be helpful. It is generally not harmful. Here is a video I released a while back. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2qXhXeilLqkhpo I have another one somewhere on this channel.

[@bt9124]

@@totaltherapysolutions thank you so much

[@coachalan22]

I had a total knee 5 years ago, I coach and work as a nurse, what brace would you recommend for me to give that right TKA some support

[@WesleyGriffin-dc3jt]

I was told it was in my head, it hurts everyday a year out.very loose. no reprieve except when tape it.any more suggestions?

[@mccalljo]

Help!! I had a second surgery because I was infected by the superglue or had a reaction to it. Second surgery “debreeded “ the infected area and used staples instead. I was 6 weeks ahead of pt schedule (per therapist) at time of second surgery. After second surgery this pain began. PA told me they stretched skin over fibula to complete second surgery and fix the problem with the suture. Since then clicking in the knee and continuous pain where you are describing in this video. My pt would massage it to release the nerve and muscle. Lost my pt due to insurance change over. Any thoughts!?

[@asiyahrashid9897]

Hi Tony I am Asiyah is here I saw your video it is very helpful for me but I want to ask that I feel pain on my head of shin bone I had my knee surgery about six months ago please advise me what should I do i am 74 years old my height is 5.2 and weight is 62 kg.I am doing exercise daily my .

[@pat2982]

My pain is on the outside of my knee. It only hurts when going down stairs. I am 1 1/2 years out.

[@ColinGilesMusic]

Getting out of the car makes me want to cry with this pain. Lifting it sideways.

[@anng8811]

Me too. Also getting up off the floor and having to swing my leg sideways 😩

[@judytaylor7673]

Hey Tony my question is two weeks after surgery is a physical therapist supposed to try to move my knee backwards I went to see the physical therapist first time after two weeks I was getting in-home physical therapy and I was doing just fine I had to go to physical therapy at the doctor's office he got me up on the cot and put small pillow under my ankle nothing else in between and he pushed down on my knee and ever since then I have had problems could that be because he was pushing down on my knee

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Sorry to hear that Judy. I will say "patellar mobs" are a common part of the physical therapy treatment program, and I do them in the clinic, but I have had several patients who reported a negative response afterward. To answer your question, yes it is normal, but if you don't like you are well within your rights to ask them not to do it.

[@randywitt9391]

What about pain on inside of knee. I have 133 flexion. I was laying on stomach and using rope to pull my leg towards bottom like I did in therapy. This was 2 or 3 weeks ago, next day my calf and inside of knee swelled and was very tinder to the touch, knee got tight also, it has gotten better, but still feels off, could I have damaged medial collateral ligament. I can walk fine, but when sitting it hurts to straighten out leg and getting out of chair. Need info thanks.

[@dinacapela5380]

Hi! I do have that pain, (after the MUA) i am taking pt, and anti inflammatory medicine. But I can’t walk or going up and down the stair. Is painful. I will need some exercise please. Thanks.

[@leelaravikumar7895]

I am from India. I had bilateral knee replacement surgery 3 months back.. my right leg is perfect now. But in my left leg I have little knee pain near the bone where u explained in the video. Pl help me in reducing the pain.

[@gladyslove3227]

I’m three weeks after right knee replacement and doing very well with regard to mobility and range of motion. However, I have a lot of discomfort in my hip and that causes me to have trouble sitting for any length of time. Would this be from the leg being straightened or??? It is not helped with Tylenol, but ice seems to provide some relief.

[@rodgerdrueke5934]

Have the same issue robs me of sleep

[@eddienienaber3705]

When I walk on the outside of my khee it hurts and even when I go on a slight down hill Thank Edward Nienaber

[@totaltherapysolutions]

This is pretty common for the fibular head or lateral hamstring.

[@eddienienaber3705]

@@totaltherapysolutionsthank you for your email Eddie Nienaber

[@rozypriest1275]

hey tony , what about the ache / pain in the back of the knee as well as side?? 3 weeks PO for me , but i can't do anything due to this pain😫😫thanks for your videos

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Do you have a baker's cyst in the back of the knee. Sometimes the swelling will cause pain behind the knee. Is it a throbbing pain or sharp pinching pain?

[@rozypriest1275]

@@totaltherapysolutions it aches and throbs , it feels like a dull cramp , really tight. i have had 2 x-rays and all is good. i've never had a bakers cyst before. The pain spreads around the knee . and to the side. My whole leg including my hip and gluteals are painful. I havnt been able to do physio exercises , the leg is so heavy and stiff and doing exercises makes me suffer for many hours later. also laying on my back or sitting, there is absolutely NO way i can " kick" my foot up 😩😩😩😩it just doesn't move ! like it's not attached to my body ? , just 🙏🙏🙏🙏this will ease soon , pain relief just doesn't work. sorry for the lengthy negative 😫

[@toryberch]

​@@rozypriest1275 Did you get better with your pain and leg stiffness? I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis and this is how it feels for me in a flare. I'm having my right knee replacement in less than a month. Did you find anything that helped your pain and mobility?

[@randywitt9391]

Forgot to say it's been 4 months since my mako knee replacement

[@anuradhagowardhan6407]

Hi Tony I wish to know if pain behind my knee is due to removal of the cyst behind the knee during surgery? How to address this issue? It hurts a lot sometimes even during exercising.

[@totaltherapysolutions]

Great question. It could be the removal, or it could be the return of the cyst. At the end of the day, massage and cold therapy seem to work best for some of my patients.

[@anuradhagowardhan6407]

Thanks for the reply Tony.🙏

[@anagladysreyesgonzalez9368]

Hello. By now, I am on the 16 weeks of my right total knee replacement. I had been assisted by a physiotherapist with ten sessions, only once a week, but I was doing the physio at home seven days a week for more than three months. I am feeling ok, good flexibility, but the outside of the knee is still numb and, painful when I walk more than a 30 minutes, o standing up after an hour; also, it became some swelling on that part...Dr said, that it's going to be away with some more time. Now, my cuestión is: should I continue with the Physiotherapy, and icing it at home, and for how long?. Thanks a lot!

[@totaltherapysolutions]

There isn't really ever an end to keeping the knee strong and healthy. You can do it with your therapist or on your own. It is common to have pain and swelling up to a year after surgery.

[@anagladysreyesgonzalez9368]

@@totaltherapysolutions Thanks for answer my question.

[@sharonmelrose8552]

@@totaltherapysolutions That is good to know. I am 4 weeks post-op left TKR and am doing pretty good except for the swelling and stiffness I get . I was wondering how long this will last. I am really more concerned about the stiffness right now as the last week has been worse than the first 3 weeks.

[@jeffw3776]

At 12 weeks doing great except this pain and stiffness issues. Play Doc said IT band and to do roller on IT 3 times a week and should go away? I’ve heard maybe my PT exercises caused it to flare….(biking too much., etc.) Help…..thank you