Why is your Knee Replacement painful? 8 possible reasons

Prof. Bellemans will explain the painful knee replacement and the causes of why a knee replacement can continue to be painful, how you can find out what the reason is in your specific case, and how it can be treated.
00:00 Introduction
00:13 What is a painful knee replacement
01:49 Infection of a knee replacement
03:01 Oversizing of a knee replacement
03:56 Internal scar formation due to knee replacement
04:41 Persistent synovitis due to knee replacement
06:06 Loosening of a knee replacement
06:38 Neuroma due to knee replacement
07:11 Malalignment of a knee replacement
07:50 Patellar problems due to knee replacement
08:27 Outro
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If you would like an english version let me know in the comments.

[@user-vj7zb3rs8v]

I don't know who needs to hear this, but everything will turn out fine. Release all the negative thoughts and just relax

[@JDOwens-wn2lt]

That's what she said lol😅😅

[@rhondaweidner3065]

I needed to hear it thank you so much whoever you are

I had a knee replacement 3-4 years ago. To this day it is no better than before the replacement. I've had 3-4 major surgery's in my life and the knee replacement pain was by far the worst I have ever experienced. Im not willing to go thru that again.

[@evelynbeightel7245]

I would take a hip replacement any day instead of knee replacement. I had one 5 1/2 years ago. It did NOT give me the problems that my knee has done. My knee still huts n I did the physical therapy!!

[@lynflom125]

@@evelynbeightel7245 that's what everyone says about a hip replacement.

[@holypebbler]

In the same boat.

@@holypebbler sucks doesn't it

[@tomhelsby5546]

Good explanations in this video, I had my left knee done 4 years ago. Just had my right knee done 6 weeks ago. I am in constant pain with both of them, they ache so bad that I find it impossible to stand up or walk for more than 10 minutes, I have to find somewhere to sit. Followed all of my physio exercises, I go to the gym and swim 2 or 3 times a week. 70 years old and I feel I have no quality of life. Worked hard all of my life as a scaffolder, now I can hardly walk. Just for good measure my hips are starting to ache

[@rtdnrse]

I am sorry you having such difficulties. I am 3 months post right TKR and having the tightness band. I am hoping will continue to improve as I have thought what if had this done (I'm 71 and retired 6 months ago) and now won't be able to enjoy retirement due to knee problems. I don't know your health history but I have bad osteoarthrosis and fibromyalgia and consider that other health problems may contribute to continued problems with knee replacement. I wish you better days.

[@maryanncosgrove2364]

Had the right knee done 23 years ago. Left done 2014. No problems. Best thing I did. No limp. Walk like I used to. I'm 86.

[@christinesmurthwaite8660]

mine is 28yrs old

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

​@@christinesmurthwaite8660Hope I have great success too with my TKR op. having soon. Want to be like you would be over the moon if lasts good 30 yrs that is so wonderful good on you.

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

That is wonderful think you have done so well ❤

[@debwhitedbush5991]

Finally possible answers to tightness, squeezing, painful sensation I’ve been experiencing since my TKR in 2017. Surgeon won’t take me seriously when report my symptoms and concerns. (Had total reconstruction of same knee at age 13) He won’t listen to this highly educated RN that something is wrong with this knee. Will be sharing your video with PCP, Thank You, I now have hope it’s not in my head.

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

Poor thing maybe go see another Surgeon. You should be listened to & taken seriously. All best hope all gets sorted soon for you 🤗

[@-55512]

go to someone else !

[@laurastewart8040]

I had total knee replacement in sept of 2017 right knee exactly two months later the day before Thanksgiving my left knee was done. I can’t take pain meds just took Tylenol in hospital and home. I had no pain, no problems at all . I was 68 and this summer I worked wine harvest for my son walked 8 to 10 miles a day and climbed up and down stairs all day 6 days a week for 3 months. Best thing I ever did for myself excellent doctor and excellent hospital

[@AUDREYK393]

What part of the country are you in?

[@laurastewart8040]

@@AUDREYK393 I live in Cali I had my surgery at UCLA Orthopedic Hospital in Santa Monica

[@jeffvirosztko5241]

Thanks for your comment I'm may get my left knee fixed and after this video I almost changed my mind!?

[@kimberlydragone6015]

I’m sure you are a rare case. High pain tolerance. I can’t image having my other knee done now. I’m 9 weeks out of TKR. It’s a full time job just rehabbing one knee and the other one (will need to be replace in the near future) is crucial for mobilization during healing. Can’t even think of how I’d get around if it was also replaced at this point 😱 Everyone is different. I hope I get over the fear of something going wrong soon because it’s really effecting my mental health as well. 😢

[@teebee9232]

I felt that way about both my hip replacements as soon as I go out the right hip done the right knee started acting up. Year and a half later total right knee replacement still keeps me up at night clicking and restless leg.

[@franpalm5793]

I had bilateral Knee replacement in 2005 and had a speedy recovery and no problems tp this day 8:00

[@TheDarthmom1]

I had a total replacement. A year later I had a revision. I couldn't bend it much or totally straighten it. Also had a lot of pain. After the revision I am functional. My knee only bends at almost 90°. I was better off not having it. I had my knee bent under anesthetic doctor said I got it to bend. Yeah right. I will not have another. This video was right to the point no fluff. Thank you.

[@GltrGal17]

I’m so happy to have come across this video. I guess that my pain could be from any of these issues, but I have no idea which one. My left was done in 2009, and has never been good. The right was 2012, and hurts, but not like the left one. I still have to take stairs one at a time, because it hurts to bend the left knee. Now, to find a doctor who will address the issues.

[@jerrybarbo7952]

I had a partial knee replacement inJanuary, 2021. Four months later my knee was strong and pain free.

[@khoatran777]

Thank you so much Professor for this concise explanation on total knee replacement pains.

[@carolelinda6476]

I had a total knee replacement in 2006. I had problems right away extreme stiffness that would not go away. In 2007 I had a partial revision with a replacement of the patellar component and removal of excessive scar tissue. This only worsened, and to this day, I am able to bend the knee only enough so that I don’t limp. I am unable to send normally in a theater or airplane due to not being able to bend the knee enough. Arthrofibrosis has been a nightmare for me. I would never consider doing another knee replacement.

[@toddspringfield1326]

I am sorry to hear that.

[@georginabrown8169]

Love this video and how I wish, one of those problems was mine. I've had 38 knee surgeries on my left knee and the result is that I can no longer bend it. A year ago I had my 5th surgery on my right knee and I'm in so much pain when I have to bend it, like sitting and standing. I'm 66, and my mobility is very poor. If they can't find what's wrong with this knee I feel as if I'm going to be permanently in a wheelchair soon. I wish everyone a speedy recovery and pain free life.

[@berlinedejager6310]

MYNE HET LOS GEGAAN N 3 JAAR WAG NOU VIR DOK WEET NIE WAT GAAN GEBEER NIE😢😢

[@djs-9942]

​@@berlinedejager6310 that's tough stuff, how are you doing now, Dr contact or anything happen ??

[@janeneh.3093]

Im sooo glad to of found this video!!! I've had both of my knees done and live with constant pain in one degree or another. The information on this video gives me hope that there may be help for me! I cant begin to tell you how good that is to here!!!! Thank you so much for making this video! 🙏👏

[@joshuanicholsjr5327]

abut to see a doctor for a replacement pray it all goes good thank you for the info god bless

[@rotoclip3427]

total knee replacement--groups on face book i'm 26 months since i had it replaced,so glad i had it done,

[@scarlettrose2747]

That was so helpful. Going to have right knee done first in May then about 9mths if all goes well i will have my left knee done. With them both done i will be like a new me.. 🌹

[@christinehutto1972]

This is the most informative and concise medical video I have ever seen! Excellent information! Thank you!

[@meenadeem]

Thank you doctor for explaining about pain in the knee after TKR. Two yrs after the knee, still I often feel tightness around the knee. I am going deep tissue massage therapy and started to go the gym to strengthen my quad muscles. That helped. Walking is still not that great. Going for the 2nd knee soon. Hopefully then both knees support me walking. Stairs are some what hard. I am 79 yrs old. In fair health. Once again thank you. 🙏🏻

[@naomis.sharif]

Thank you. The medial pain, bothers me sometimes. But I'm optimistic. I'll watch it. I had surgery Dec. 5th, 2023!!

[@johnvalencia7488]

I have already had two right knee surgery's. Still have pain issues after 20 years. Was considering knee replacement, but being 64, I figured it would take at least a full year to get back to 100%. I don't want to not be able to ride my dirt bikes and play golf for a year, so I live within my limitations. I wear a knee support brace while riding my dirt bikes and it helps. That is just until I jam it or twist it the wrong way. I try and play within my limitations. No sitting around rehabbing for me.

[@fatherguidosarduchi5204]

I have had my right knee replaced twice now. The first surgeon did performed the replacement. Five years later it still hurt , was stiff, sore and swollen all the time. I kept going back to the surgeon. He said nothing was wrong inside the knee capsule. Finally I went to a new surgeon. He immediately ordered a bone scan. Found out the pieces of metal in the knee were loose. In fact so loose when he opened the knee they fell out. He said the bone under the metal pieces were like mashed potatoes. He placed rods in the tibia and femur (knee revision surgery). Replaced all the parts and I have been pain free ever since. In fact it didn’t even hurt as much as the first initial replacement. He is the best surgeon. Since then this place I have gone to. Has placed two metal braces on C4 and C6 in my neck. And again a good job and successful. Then I had another surgeon from the same place took a bone out of my thumb joint that was basically destroyed somehow. They take a ligament from the same arm and roll it up like a cinnamon roll and sew it into the place of the removed bone. They call it an anchovy. Another great surgeon. Olympia Orthopedic has nothing but talented surgeons. I think they actually understand the pain levels patients go through in these complicated situations and are dead set to correct it for the patient. I will never go to any other surgeons except these talented surgeons. They are the best and their support staff is excellent also.

[@linanicolia1363]

An ortho guy gets to place metal rods in the neck ? That is a different specialty as they guys that handle the spine are usually neuro. Do you live in a remote countryside where surgeons do it all ? I put a pacemaker with a surgeon , originally, from somewhere is South America, who told me the next day, he was going to perform hip surgery. I was very surprised. That was in rural TX decades ago when I was a pacemaker rep. I still remember. You never see this anywhere anymore. Each specialty approves their surgeons for special cases. No hospital now, would approve a guy that does it all. He may have done a good job but it is not what we expect.

[@karinroberts4920]

Where is this ? I'm in south Florida?

[@karinroberts4920]

I'm looking for a good surgeon.

[@thesarge4457]

Very good explanation Sir, I understood it completely. I've had both my knees replaced, so far so good. Thank You Sir.

[@elenasilvesti6109]

Thank goodness for competent Doctors. Summer of 2020 had both knees replaced at same time. Had to go to rehab facility for 10 days. Never had any pain just had to get energy back from toll it takes on the rest of your body.(I was 68) Rehab is vital . Had in home visits about 2 weeks then to a facility once a week for about a month. Best thing I ever did. I live in Philadelphia suburbs.

[@joywebster2678]

No pain? I had mine done and they kept me sedated for 24hrs post op and I was grateful. Then I could begin moving. Yes the pain declines over week one. But it is the most painful of the joint surgeries. So glad you just lost energy.

[@elenasilvesti6109]

@@joywebster2678 of course I was on pain killers but after rehab I had very little knee pain. I was answering the posts that said they had knee pain months later.

[@marshafowler5424]

I had a total knee replacement of the right knee. I had bearable pain the first day but after that the pain was terrible. Therapy for 12 weeks then back to work. That was in 2018. Still have numbness and tightening of my knee. Difficulty going up and down steps. Still unable to walk long at a time. One day will have to have left knee replaced.

[@elenasilvesti6109]

@@marshafowler5424 so sorry to hear. Do your research before you get the next one done. Replacement knees are more custom now . Years ago was one size fits all. You should be able to walk with no pain. Stairs are not easy for me but I’m 70 yrs. old. Good luck next time and definitely change Doctors!

[@sherrelogan6323]

Thank you Professor. You explained the points very succinctly and in a down to earth manner. It is good to have forewarning of what can happen before making a decision to go ahead or not.

[@llulu8516]

I wish I has seen this vidio before I had my kneed done 6 weeks ago, lots of complications and I'm still in agony 😢 😭

[@karenroy9045]

I had a knee replacement and 18 months later had a revision. The first time it was done incorrectly. Another words, they did the knee replacement a second time. I was in constant pain. All I have to say is the aftercare after the surgery is just as important as the procedure. Good physical therapy is a must! It has been 9 years since my revision and it feels great. Do research on your surgeon and check their credentials!

[@sl.9642]

HI Karen.. When you say the first time it was done incorrectly..how do you mean incorrectly?? I hope to chat with you..thanks

[@jenniferg3850]

Hi, I’m now at 15 weeks of a TKR. The pain, is doesn’t seem to go away. I say “it’s screaming”. Anyways very disappointing. Ideas, suggestions, story sharing ?

[@karenroy9045]

I was in more pain the first surgery. The prosthetics didn’t line up and was very painful.

[@karenroy9045]

Jennifer, keep doing your PT. Take it from me, it takes time. If your surgery was done correctly, it gets better as time goes on. I now need to get my left knee done. Soon I hope.

[@sl.9642]

Hi Karen.. May I ask what aftercare looked like, after the second experience?? Professional physical therapy? I did very extensive physical therapy. still hurt. After 2 and half yrs they want me in a knee brace and back to physical therapy again..What exercise did you focus on the most? Can you name them?

[@suepartington8570]

Thank you for honest and clear examples. I had my TKR in March 2020 and I'm still getting stiffness and pain ! I've seen physios and Osteopaths to no avail and spent hundreds. I'm going to go back to my GP to request an x ray. Thank you .

[@richardblumling5317]

Very helpful, thank you. I have had continual knee pain after my surgery especially in the patella and pain with going down stairs. You helped me to understand what might be going on.

[@michaelnovak9766]

A Very good and thorough run down, on what to look for, and real solutions to manage & fix the issues. Great insight thank you. 🙂🙏

[@Bengali_Audio_book]

I am in a stage of advanced osteoarthritis. Only with the exercises I am dragging. Thinking about a full replacement. Thanks a lot doctor for giving patients such valuable information about post surgery problems.

[@yienasalin3842]

Will the knee replacement separate from the brittle bone? Is this surgery successful in the long-term?

[@aminaabshir1495]

Thanks Doctor for you illustrations. I'm going soon to have total knee replacement. God bless you 🙏.

[@simonnelauwers9178]

dat is een TOP uitleg 👌👌. Ik heb één total knee replacement en overweeg dag bij dag om de andere knie ook te laten opereren wegens arhtritis langs de binnenkant van mijn knie .Nu met voorgaande video wordt er al een heel pak duidelijker . Thanks . 👍👍

[@MsRAnnuncy]

Currently in PT for knee issues (torn menicus, ligaments, etc. due to sports injury many years ago). Glad I watched this video -- I will do everything I can to avoid a knee replacement.

[@yazztedder1336]

It has been several years since I've had my knee replacement surgery and it has hurt since......... just a different kind of pain but pain is pain 🙃😖

[@dhjet2000]

I would really appreciate the opportunity to speak to you personally. I am so glad these videos came up on list. I watched the one about the three different types of 'fixes' and this video. I had a replacement that was so bad it had to be redone four months later. My second surgeon took the cap out BY HAND! I literally have ALL of these issues with my knee. I was a mountain biker and had to give up riding. I am in constant pain, and it takes about 10-15 minutes for my knee to get warmed back up to walk normally from sitting too long. I am sick of the pain and want my life back.

[@jointheconversation8385]

Oh dear !! I hope you can find a solution to your pain.

[@elvirascruggs7224]

Thank you ! For your knowledge!!!!

[@moose-sb3ce]

Hope you will seek legal relief for your pain and suffering. Whomever did your surgery should not be practicing these types of surgeries.

[@sisqsam]

I have had total replacement surgery on both knees 7 & 10 years ago. I have a medical implant (Spinal Cord Stimulator) and could not have an MRI. The Dr. had to perform the surgeries the old way by fitting the knee by hand. I have never had any issues with either knee. PT pushed me hard and gave me exercises to do at home. When PT was completed, I was able to flex both knees to 135 degrees and straighten them to 0*. I am active and walk 5 to 7 miles a day.

[@CynthiaGreenCyndi]

I'm so happy you those great results! But just a small advice, take or leave - cut back on the weight bearing exercise like so much walking, or you will soon find the implants getting loose & subsequent pain. Stick with swimming with a smaller amount of walking. Cynthia G, MD & knee patient.

[@rodrigobarroso6075]

Thanks a lot, professor Bellemans!

[@yolandarodriguez4530]

I had total knee replacement on my right leg that I had polio at age 4..surgery was done May 31, 2022..I'm still walking with the walker..and in pain...I listened to your video & wished I had know about this group..This surgery has taken alot of my independence..

[@warlenecartermoore6303]

Thank you, the information was important. I had a total knee replacement done 6 years ago and went through several procedures after wards.. having looked at your informative video, I can attempt to find some relief… it’s hard living with constant pain..but you learn to manage… after a while you get tired of the pills and injections…

[@pauliemyers1293]

Thank you for that great enlightening education I am suffering 1 year with tightening and swelling from a revision I am scheduled for a second opinion.

[@moose-sb3ce]

Thank you!!! I am getting prepared for single knee replacement and want to learn as much as possible.

[@helenvaldes]

Be prepared for a lot of hard work.excersizes this op is very painful.

[@marylewis8217]

I had 2 total knee replacements in 2013 with no problems or pain afterward. That was after having a total hip replacement in 2012.

[@conniemiller5125]

My knee replacement was March 2021 and I'm still having pain, swelling and movement problems. The P.A. said everything looks normal and will see me back in 1 year . I hope to God that all is much better when I'm checked again. I can't stand to live in pain! My Osteoarthritis is painful enough in my body, and now more pain to contend with my knee replacement 😫

[@LBoyer-ru1pp]

I’m there with you.

[@denisegates2822]

Wow amazing I will be going for my knee replacement soon I hope! Really good insight into what’s in store.

[@katylowe3504]

Very useful information for us two seniors who, so far, have no knee problems.

[@jointheconversation8385]

Lucky you !!!

[@janicejacome]

Keep it up... l'm wishing continued health in abundance!

[@Mansmatters]

Great video. You provided a very detailed explanation.

[@laylolaylo3683]

I’ve had my TKR In August 2018 not one day has passed without pain. My pain is so great that I feel like I’m dying. The dr. That did my surgery doesn’t see any reason for my pain. MRI looks good X-Ray also looks good. Nerve test states I have neuropathy in my whole leg. There’s days my leg feels as its going to explode. My cries go unheard 😢. Thank you I’m seeing a different doctor and he’s going down the list to rule out anything else. Thank you for you information very helpful.

[@annebarnett1885]

I slithered down the Palatine Hill last year. My knee cap apparently was just ready to give in but managed to get home to see a surgeon. I went to IMed in Teulada where I had a knee replacement. Guess what, it was plastic plus a very smart sewing up job. I can honestly say the line of sewing is perfecto. 18 months on I'm a bit slow in walking but going to get a treadmill to work on.

[@simaporter8526]

I learned something about knee surgery today well done

[@ronthompson1831]

I was worried at first about it still being sore until I talked to others that had this done and say it takes over a year.....now this says 18 months. Only 6 months in so have to remind myself to be patient. I am playing a lot of golf! Work 12hr shifts too.

[@chantellemcclain9422]

Had both my knees replaced same time 20 months ago. Also had bow legs r 13 % ,L 9 %. The surgeon said he had to do a lot of work. R leg was pretty good after 9 weeks left not that good. Tryed to get back into golf after 7 months but got swelling and had to give it away for another 4 months. Came good but flexion is around 120 right knee and left is around 100. I joined the gym after a year and this has helped a lot just by being stronger. I had to take pills for 6 weeks then just when I went to physical therapy. I am happy I had them replaced the 1st 6 weeks are the hardest, just going to the toilet is a challenge, had a raised seat very good. I live in Australia

[@D294H6873]

I’m just over 8 wks of fkr of right knee and have 120. Off the narcotics, but they were very necessary for me. Am bow legged also, but doc straightened my leg. The after surgery/recovery, especially first week, was so painful that I wasn’t going to do the left one. After seeing how the doc helped make my leg straighter it’s my vanity that’s pushing me forward. Mid March is the left. Not looking forward to the two weeks that follow!! 😊

[@susanmoore8963]

I had a knee replacement over 11yrs ago worse thing ever.never been able to bend it.other going same way .I won't get it done to many painfull memories

[@shanewilson7956]

I now know what can possibly go wrong. Thank you for your wonderful presentation. Well done.

[@sonjagatto9981]

Awesome explanation. Dankeschoen Herr Professor!

[@strlt1]

Very good explanations!!! Thank you!!!

[@ponder3006]

I had full right knee replacement three years ago. It is still problematic...any amount of exertion/exercise causes pain and large swelling of right knee. This lasts for days...and even after days..and the swelling subsides.....it is still painful. I am seeing my original surgeon in a few days....and they have been telling me....everything is as it should be....I am at my wits end!

[@paulamartin6724]

I’m right there with ya. My surgeon won’t even discuss possible soft tissue damage (scar tissue). Just focused on the bone. Bone’s fine, as is the implant. The tendons around the knee are stiff and the area around the fibula has a hard lump. But it’s hard to find a surgeon that will address scar tissue.

[@Tymykal]

@@paulamartin6724 Get another surgeon. It took me 4 yrs to find another surgeon to address my constant pain. Still after going to 8 different surgeons only one would listen. Never could figure out why it always hurt but he pulled the whole thing out and started over 8 weeks ago. He said it’s not suppose to hurt worse after a replacement yet I ended up on crutches the last 4 yrs. These guys all stick together and don’t address all the “f” ups they cause and lives they ruin. What is the deal with so many surgeons not knowing what they are doing? How can they put in the wrong size components. Or screw up the cement. Cause infections, malalignments etc.? Remember everyone, half these guys finish at the bottom of their class.

[@julierodriguez4539]

Thank you. I have pain and swelling around the replacement. I can't walk for a long time.

[@kathleenwhite2236]

Perfect video! Very informative !

[@philwilson1806]

I had a partial knee replacement on my left knee 11 years ago generally still very good some catching starting every now and again .Had a full replacement on my right knee knee 5 years ago . This has always been my bad knee had full cartilage out when I was 19, 52 years ago . I have had a at least three wash outs , also I had a very successful realignment when I was 43 it allowed me to play county squash and racketball until I was 60 . I played pro and semi pro football until I was 38. When I was 61 to my surprise I had a partial replacement on left leg . The full replacement has been a success in the fact that I have no pain and can walk all day long . However I only have 90 degrees bend I cannot ride a bike , and have to be careful going down stairs , I have had surgery to cut the scar tissue . It did not work . I also had an operation to improve bend again did not work . I think the realignment is the reason .I am frustrated that my bend is restricted but I am able to play golf and walk with no pain or problems . As I have been very fit all my life it restricts me working out eg cannot ride a bike not able to jog . If the replacements deteriorate will I be able to have new replacements ?

[@Woke365]

When you try riding a bike make sure you put the seat high so you can peddle.

[@nelsschwab3315]

Had mine 12 years ago first two weeks hurt ! After that great i run every day ! No problem!!

[@darlenericotta]

Thank you Dr! I never have had any problem but I will share this with others!

[@qf9stepabove868]

Great explanations....I'm 13 months in with stiffness and pain.

[@karenroy9045]

Keep moving it. I find when I’m not moving my knee gets real stiff.

[@ronthompson1831]

I have noticed the same. As long as I keep moving its not bad. I sit for awhile it gets very stiff and sore. Only 6 months in but hard to be patient. Work 12hr shifts in manufacturing and rarely sit because of this. But happy I'm working and golfing.

[@linanicolia1363]

that little heart was likely put there is haste. I think the good doctor's mind read " I am free of stiffness and pain ", so he put the little logo.......Heeeee. After 13 months, i doubt stiffness and pain are to be celebrated.

[@valeriefarr7370]

@@karenroy9045 I

[@teebee9232]

18 months in still get restless leg and clicking and pain especially when I lay down in bed at night. Have to take a baclofen to finally fall asleep. I'm 67 had it done at 65.

[@kristyhodgson2127]

Thank you, no doctor has ever told me that 👏👏👏

[@mahinsaiar]

Thank you Dr ,very helpful for me and for sure for many more.

[@marydrueke6034]

I had both knees done at the same time only way todo it great care and recovery

[@rejanwashburn2760]

I had a great surgeon that did my 1st knee at 51 and my 2nd a year ago at 56. 2nd one was a little bit of a diva and took longer to heal but hiked Zion 5 months out., After a crazy pop 8 months out, it is better than ever.

[@ShirleyLee549]

Crazy maybe I need to go hiking 😅

[@rejanwashburn2760]

That and go dancing

[@haroldlee7184]

Very nicely explained

[@ludwarobert791]

thanks Prof. is very good to know what the prob is !

[@snapdragon8610]

I had a knee replacement in 2009. It was wonderful. I had no trouble, no pain, everything was great! Until I tripped over an area rug and tore the meniscus in 2019!! It hurts more now that before the surgery!! My other knee is in line for a replacement but it's going to have to wait. Also my second shoulder surgery will follow the second knee. I'm sure both hips will be somewhere down the road. It's the case of the disappearing cartilage.

[@robm6772]

The Meniscus was removed during the total knee procedure ?

[@snapdragon8610]

They left mine. That’s what the MRI showed!

[@terrencesala5255]

I had both of my knees replaced in 2017. I had the left done first, the right done 3 months later (after the left). It was extremely painful but I just wanted to get it over with. Now I'm back to doing squats and deadlifts at the gym and riding my bicycle outside.

[@carmenferrer6496]

Thank you ,very encouraging!👍🏿

[@jimb1786]

Mine was kind of covered in malalignment. My second replacement was very painful from day one. Felt like I walked into a trailer hitch with my shin, all the time. The end of the tibia stem was angled towards the front of the tibia. It was very close to the edge of the bone. Less than 1/8” from the front edge. Found another doctor after looking at the xrays.

[@prestigeprestiges8311]

Thank you.This is a wonderful video

[@janebadon3988]

Thank you for this information!

[@marthafuller3920]

Thank you professor, your Information is great!!!

[@sharmilasaha7265]

So nice information Thank you doctor

[@drmegill]

I had a total knee replacement on my left leg February 2022. Three months later I walked 58 miles during a European vacation. I checked for metal allergies beforehand!!! Since I was allergic to nickel, a titanium and oxinium implant was used. I did my PT religiously. I'm very happy with the results.

[@fterrado9718]

THANK YOU DOC!!

[@dougbas3980]

Thank you. Great info.

[@jaycollins1831]

Excellent Sir. Thank You.

[@mariewalker4010]

I had a knee replacement over 5 years ago and it never felt right I'm out walking with my dog 3 times a day and when I stop to chat for a while I can actually feel my knee swelling and the pain is just the same before I had the replacement

[@rickycurry574]

Thank you for getting to the point. I am 5 weeks post replacement and number 2 describe how I am feeling. Unfortunately I am almost at my 20th PT sessions and if I need a redo the insurance company will not pay for more therapy.

[@karenjones1848]

I continued on my own. You can do it

[@rickycurry574]

@@karenjones1848 I am pushing thru it. Thanks for the encouraging words.

[@thegreypath1777]

@rickycurry574 - Once you know the therapy exercises, you can do them yourself, at home. Do them every day. You can do this!

[@kimberlydragone6015]

I’m 9 weeks out of TKR. It’s a full time job just rehabbing one knee and the other one (will need to be replaced in the near future) is crucial for mobilization during healing. Can’t even think of how I’d get around if that one was also replaced, like some have said they’ve done 😱 I hope I get over the fear of something going wrong soon because it’s really effecting my mental health as well. 😢

[@Carolesoriginalpieces]

Very informative

[@emmkaa2099]

Kind Sir, THANK YOU for sharing this information!! I'm about four months post right TKR and have watched my good share of post-op videos, and I've never come across this information - this is spectacular!! I'm having a pinching/stabbing sensation on the lateral side of my knee when I lay on my left side and lift (abduct) my right leg. Massaging it relieves the pain. I'm thinking something's up with my LCL, yes? ...maybe? Again, thank you! Greetings from the southern California desert! 😊🌵

[@marytesta3003]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@user-ik3lm8yb6z]

I had a total knee replacement February 2021. I told my doctor that I wanted to walk while playing golf so he gave me a replacement with a "hinge" in it. He said that's what I needed. Two years later, it hurts more than it did before surgery. (Only in the Hinge area) He tells me that I just need to build up my quads and stretch my hamstrings. I keep telling him that it "only" hurts in my "knee cap" not in the joint. I want it replaced so I can walk pain free again. Going for xrays this week to see if I could/should replace it again.

[@angelacolombo750]

I had a knee replacement that I would never recommend anyone to have one, it'd been 4 years and still have pain and feel worse than before best thing I tell my surgeon DR Kubiak about it and he tells me I'm always complaining about pain. He has NO idea of what can cause that or where it coming from he has Done nothing to rule out any of these 8 possibilities, and probably there are others. Thank you for this and for making me feel like I'm not the only one. Thank you God bless

[@jayems332]

Thanks very much. So clear.

[@manigehnezami4816]

Thank you 1am on waiting list your explanation fantastic i❤thanks God bless you.

[@williamgibb5557]

I was fortunate to have both knees done with total replacement in the same afternoon 11 years ago. That meant 1 recovery which was stage 8 pain for 4 days. After that it rapidly lowered with no problems at all. I , the surgeon and the knees were very happy with the recovery and back to work as a truck driver after 7 weeks. I joked, no brain, no pain! But really everything went perfectly.

[@brendajones9110]

Wow amazing!!!! Hope I recover as good. Getting my left knee done first on August 25 and I have never looked forward to surgery before. But so ready to get this bone on bone taking care of. The right knee differently is in the near future as well. Thanks for the encouragement 🙏

[@karenqualls8348]

WHO is the name of your surgeon- where are they located? :)

[@kaminiwood]

Thanks 👍 you for Exploring eo Will be having my Knee Surgery In next few weeks Thanks 👍 Dr❤.🎉🎉

[@janicecioffi5430]

I had a knee replacement in 2018. Physical therapy was painful but well worth it. The pain I had before the surgery was far worse. The decision to have my tkr was the best decision I ever made.

[@marybethmorton6010]

That was my experience as well. Best decision ever. Mine was done in 2018 and I had a good recovery (still a lot of work) my range of motion has been 0-134 since about 4 weeks post surgery. I hike, run agility with my dogs, garden etc. I did decide not to take up snow skiing again 😄

[@lynnecohen1814]

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[@thegreypath1777]

@@marybethmorton6010 - I switched to sled riding with my grandkids.

[@johnphillips8031]

Excellent thanks

[@monicatomlinson5060]

Thank you and your voice is so lovely

[@stephenkendall6108]

I am blessed and lucky. I had a fabulous doctor, outstanding wife, great therapist who helped with my recovery. As a result my left leg with the knee replacement functions nearly like the right normal joint does. I have easy 145 degree range of motion (i cam squat with ease) so far so good like I said I’m blessed, very blessed but was it ever a long journey to get to this point. Surgery was last January 10th and I’m able to hunt and walk miles through the woods without pain or discomfort. While I believe a lot of the quality of the doctor and their diligence to doing it correctly. For example my surgery took 2 hours, the other doctor available does them in an hour and most of his patients return for repeats. My doctor is a Christian prayed over me before surgery for good results and God gave them to me. I also believe that the care the patient gets and how much the patient push themselves is crucial as well to a great outcome.

[@freeNsaved]

I had a R-TKR 12 1/2 yrs ago Still numb And nerve pain near the great toe area But I’m able to walk very well At that time my L-knee also needs replacement & I’ll never get a TKR again NEVER ! But if I did I’d have to be desperate It’s a brutal surgery & recovery

[@linanicolia1363]

Where is that cute little heart approving of your decision ? Heeee.

[@ShirleyLee549]

Agree is brutal but bone on bone it pure torture worse then nerve pain I have from TKR

[@TheGweedMan]

Question: Do you cut muscle and or tendons when you do a total knee replacement? After doing research, I believe cutting those two parts during the operation can lead to greater pain and a much longer recovery. There is a knee doctor on the East Coast that cuts neither muscle or tendons, and it appears as though his patients recovery period is much shorter and much less painful.

[@101jumper8]

Had replacement 3 years ago. No problem. However, I know some folks who were not faithful in their P.T. Cannot emphasize the importance of P.T. at first it really hurts, but once you get beyond that, it feels great. Using Vitamin E cream on the scar greatly reduces the appearance of the scar.

[@traceynorcross5666]

I had to stop running in 2012 after 32 years of running due to damage on the inside of my left knee, I’m now 61 no longer use alcohol/ tobacco/ sweets and push weights 6 days a week and had a PNR on 9/3/23 as I intend to live a long life, I’ll take your advice on the importance of PT and yes it does hurt but I’m seeing a slight improvement after 4 days.Respect from UK.

[@101jumper8]

@@traceynorcross5666 Keep up the good fight Tracey. As with everything, it takes time but keep working. By the way I'm 80 and going strong.

[@traceynorcross5666]

Will do, l hope to be back at work by the end of April.

[@donnalee1316]

The video was very helpful

[@blairwillis9199]

Thank you. I'm at 16 months. Did my post op exercises every day for 6 months and went to PT for 9 weeks. I swim laps 5 days a week and get around ok. Knee doesn't bend fully and feels stiff, some discomfort at night. Should I be satisfied? I wouldn't want surgery again. Your presentation was stellar, of course.

[@Yorkiepoocharlie]

Would have been easier to regain the ROM immediately after the surgery. It is elastic tissue and should be able to be regained but you have solidified the loss and this will require many strong effort. Don’t give up.