REGRET and REMORSE after TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT

[@dradamrosen]

How did your surgery go? Happy with the result or regret the decision?

[@PetPrepRadioShow]

@@dradamrosen I will not have surgery until early March. I've got an excellent Jewish surgeon that is a Cohen so I'm optimistic!

[@pattis2505]

I had my TKR last June. While I have some stiffness still, the chronic pain being gone was worth it. Having chronic pain 24/7 really wears you down. I need my other knee done and am actually looking forward to getting rid of that pain. TKR is so worth it! Thank you for sharing your expertise! 😊

[@bobmonsour]

I made use of a series of mindfulness audios when I had my first TKR. I found it very helpful in dealing with the earlier parts of the recovery process as the pain in those first few weeks was a challenge to deal with. I had a very good outcome overall. But I would suggest considering mindfulness protocols as part of the recovery process. I’m having my other knee replaced in March and plan to engage in mindfulness practice again. I highly recommend it. Thanks, Dr. Rosen for the great info.

[@dradamrosen]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing. I have a daily mindfulness practice that I find helpful too. I even made a few mindfulness episodes you can find in this playlist -kzbin.info/aero/PL226EPMMG9vZbF2Vncd5uzh2Ae_w7mMhI

[@chrissharpe566]

Had my right knee replaced end of July 2024, was enduring bone on bone pain for several years, could not walk very far or stand much. Go for my final ortho follow-up next week, I could not be happier. My surgical leg is now the stronger one, ROM was over 120 near the 6 week point, worked through a lot of pain to get it there, but was determined to having the best outcome after putting up with bone on bone for so long. Your book was helpful, picked it up months before the TKR procedure. Recommend you prepare for a lot of pain, but it will be worth it, if I hadn’t I would still have had the pain, but now it is pain free and feels strong. Tks, good luck

[@983165419]

Any problem in running with the operated leg?

[@jaynebauer7638]

I do not regret having both knees replaced. Both were brutal at first and my knees were wrecked per my surgeon. PT and faithfully doing it was the key. Also had dental implants and that too was rough - the first ones had to be redone several years later even after being told they would last a lifetime - so yes I feel for you on your journey

[@marcusnoel5264]

I am 2 years out from TKR on my Left Knee and 1 year out on the TKR of my Right Knee. I wore Offloader Braces for approx 4 years before the Left TKR and continued the brace on the Right up to the 2nd Surgery. Although I still have some residual stiffness, flexion approx 112-116 degrees, the positives outweigh the negatives. 1) The TKR’s addressed knee conditions that would have only gotten worse if left untreated. The very noticeable VARUS deformity in my left knee pre-TKR X-Ray is completely gone. Nerve pain from Right Knee to Ankle is gone. My knees no longer wake me up at night. I handle stairs better going up & down. 2) Lower back pain and sciatica, that I suspected may have been from a bulging disc, may actually have been from spine alignment issues related to the knee arthritis. I experienced several lower back flare-ups during my right knee rehab. Each flare-up moved a little higher up the back each time and decreased in intensity. My back now feels better than it has in a long time. 3) I think the braces used over 4 years may have led to some muscle atrophy of the quads, calves, & shins. Some slight weight gain(approx 10 lbs) has accompanied the rebuilding of muscle & tissue in those areas. I have workout routines that focus on Total Body & Core 3 nights a week. I’m mindful not to overdo anything, yet I expect steady improvement in the way my knees and related areas, especially back & hips, move as compared to my pre-surgery days. No Regrets.

[@tamianderson123]

My left TKR was done a year ago . I have no issues with it now, and I am very glad I opted for the surgery. Now, if you had asked me that question at week 2, I would of told you I will never have the other knee done. Well, I had the right TKR sept 15th and am so glad I had the right knee done also. I had a lot of stiffness but last week it finally subsided. Thanks for sharing you informative videos, Dr. Rosen.

[@dradamrosen]

You are welcome and thanks for watching

[@Mike-ys7rh]

Dr. Rosen: Prior to my TKR’s, I found your videos extremely helpful in preparing me for the surgeries and the recovery …I’m 11 months out from the left knee and 8 months from the right…in each case, the first 4-5 weeks were challenging especially at night, but not unexpected…PT and using the bike as you suggest in your videos helped improve knee flexion…I no longer have the arthritic pain and climb stairs normally…by the summer, I was recovered enough to get back into the yard work routine and other activities that we get into around the house…as time goes on I’m sure the knees will continue to improve…TKR’s, of course, will never be equal to our natural knees, but I would say it’s an 8 of of 10 in my case…thanks again for sharing your knowledge and helping everyone deal with all aspects of a TKR!

[@dradamrosen]

Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing your journey.

[@983165419]

Doctor I was willing to know which implant is best for knee replacement? Either ceramic or titanium? I am only 33 years old so I want something which would last longer and need less revision.

[@theteadrinker-143]

Early days for me , post knee TKR operation 1 month ago , at the moment I’m optimistic about it , very stiff still but hopefully when swelling fully goes it’ll be fine . Lot of physio to do I know . Thanks for the information you give me.

[@darrenbarlow5759]

I'm with you. Nov 11th. It's been rough and I'm struggling with ROM but keep working at it. Best of luck

[@tsmith3745]

Had my knee replaced late october

[@Stevenowski]

One and a half years after my first surgery, I ache. A lot. I can walk just fine and go up and down stairs, but the ache doesn't stop. I still maintain my flexion and extension, though. (140° and 0 respectively)

[@reetagriffin]

I had my TKR on October 22. Today I walked 2 miles at 2.9 miles per hour rate. Going down stairs is still a struggle. Overall, I'm much better than before. I've had over 5 surgeries on that knee and this was the last resort. The first 2 to 3 weeks was brutal but I worked hard to get my flex to 130 and 0 today. It is still achy though.

[@tsmith3745]

My surgery was Oct 29 Congrats to you. Did you walk the 2 miles without a cane? What exercises were u doing

[@reetagriffin]

​@tsmith3745 No cane. I haven't used a cane since week 3. I walked 2 miles in 44 minutes. I was very active before the surgery up until 2 months prior. I did yoga, walking and riding a stationary bike before and I am doing them again.

[@clarisacardenas9715]

What happened -I hope you are doing well!?Did you lose your teeth.Did you recover from your situation?Thank you for sharing!I did surgery and I still not bending much I am on a 5 need to go to cero -I follow your video about straighten but so far no much bending thank you hope to hear an advice stay well!

[@allkindsamusicchick]

I'm reluctant to get injections or surgery even though my mobility has been severely decreased. I am trying option number one....lose weight. Progressive knee pain due to a strain, healing, then overweight and a fall on the pavement...right on my knees while running. I cannot give up, but am not a fan of slice and dice....just yet...I pray I won't need to go that route. Even the injections...compromise the cartilage, right?

[@dradamrosen]

You might find these two videos helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJq6Z6iogZVoqbM kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2bddJWiftZ_odU

[@allkindsamusicchick]

@@dradamrosen Thank you!! I empathize with your implant experience. I have also avoided those from the get-go,....and just when they were becoming a thing. I instinctually refrained from jumping on that bandwagon. I have no regrets there. Thank you for the links. I will check them out!!

[@PetPrepRadioShow]

Is this relative to a total hip replacement? I am concerned about a surgery but I am crippled to the point where I can barely walk both hips are in bad shape

[@dradamrosen]

Yes but hips are even more successful that knees. These decision tool might help -kzbin.info/www/bejne/d52ZlHeajN2Ao5Y

[@damodaranp7605]

Sir,Which knee implant is best whether stryker or meril maxx freedom?

[@dradamrosen]

We did a small study between 4 implants and found no difference in outcome, range of motion or pain. I am not as familiar with the maxx but no one has proven a 'best' implant. Stick with the big manufacturers.

[@vlmhma.7414]

I don't see how it could go otherwise. It's a savage operation that doesn't even last very long. They chop off your thigh bone and attach a steel rod with a plastic knee attached. How's that supposed to work? Your leg looks like the leg of a mutant humanoid. I've heard that it's the most painful operation a person can have. I think anyone who has this operation is crazy.