Total knee replacement Nov 2000, swollen painful since surgery. looking for immune system doctor in N. Calif.?
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I had a total knee replacement in June of 2002 and have had no problems since that time.  In fact, I have OA in various other joints and when I overdo it, the only joint in which there is no pain is in the knee that was replaced!\n\nI really think you should seek a second or third opinion as you really should not be experiencing that kind of pain and those symptoms at this stage.  There may be an underlying low-simmering infection going on.  Or, if you have been very, very active since your surgery there may be excessive wear on the replacement.  In any case, I have never experienced such pain nor did my brother who has had two total knee replacements (10 years ago) or my sister who has had one (5 years ago).  They have other problems but certainly not with their knee replacement.\n\nThe sites below contain much more info on total knee replacement and their potential complications.
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I was diagnosed with this many years ago when I was much younger.  It kept me out of P.E. class for my Senior year in High School.  After I graduated I started a very demanding job being on my feet all day and lots of heavy lifting.  My knee problems went away.  I've had other difficult jobs since then and my current job keeps me moving, all day ( Not much lifting ).  Sometimes, I'll have mild pain in my knee, when it is at its worst I'll put on a knee brace, take some asprin and it's fine in a day or two.  I think being inactive was the worst thing for me and being active has helped.  Please be carefull, listen to what your Doctor says, your condition may be worse than mine ( or not ).  If the pain gets to be too much, take a break!
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Hi Yes I have to say that in remission, when all the other pain go away, my neck and my knees alway hurt no matter what. I wish I could give you a reason why, and I to have had scan, Xrays, Nerve test, and my doctors just tell me that part of lupas, they dont understand why the Neck, Knees, and Kidneys seem to be the most and always affected area of the body that never get remission?
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When I had ACL/MCL resconstruction, I had quite a bit of swelling. To the point that my skin was almost hard. That only lasted a short time though. Be sure to keep off of it. I got up and around too quick and ended up undoing my surgery. If there is any temperature changes on your knee or your knee becomes red, go back and see your doctor. You only have your two knees, take care of them....ask someone who knows. I have had surgery twice now, need a knee replacement and am only 31 years old.\nUse rubbing alcohol or peroxide to clean around your stitches. It bites a bit, but offers the best way to keep them infection free ;-)
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This could be caused by a bruised ligament, or you may even have a minor fracture.  Now, I can't be sure, because you seem to have a bit of a tissue problem in that region.  I suggest going to your doctor again, and have him X-ray it.  You could have misplaced your kneecap, which could still be allowing plasma to be leaking into the region, even after ten months.  If it's not really colored by the retention then there aren't any blood cells in the region.  You could also have air on the knee, which can be the reason it is swollen.  If it's air, it can still have liquid there as well, which could allow the feeling of swishing.  Go to your doctor, because even if it is just water on the knee you need to be sure it isn't going to endanger your joint's health.
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I'm not a diabetic, but i know about ankle pain. 2 yrs ago I ws in acar accident and broke my heel and taylor joint (that's under the ankle joint). Also the ligaments, tendons , nerves, and blood vessels were damaged. My toenails didn't grow for 8 months! On the upside of that my pedicure really lasted! Ha! The swelling was horrendous! From my knee down to my toes was the same size. I was in a cast for 6 weeks and wore an equalizer boot to my knee for a year. The swelling went down about 6 months after I got out of the boot. I still have lots of pain and suffering, and my doctor and i are contemplating joint fusion. The sound of that is scary to me, like will I be left with a limp for life. (I already limp but I keep hoping it will gradually go away). You're not alone and now I know I'm not either!
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I'd say 3 hrs. in the O.R.   Two days as an in-patient.\nYou'll be on a continuous-motion machine to gently move the knee, slowly and painlessly immed after the replacement and for some time at home as well. Lots of cold to control the bleeding and swelling. No full weight bearing for weeks and weeks( depending on your Ortho-surgeons preference. This means Crutches or a non-weight bearing walker. Touching your foot to the ground to gain balance ( touch balance ) only can be expected as well as a knee immobilizer when your up and attempting the crutch -thing ( to protect the knees' position) Physical Therapy is essential to build the musculoskeletal strength that will hold your knee intact. Full recovery if you've behaved yourself only...12 weeks.\nCHAS.
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while I do not have your disorder, I have RA and have to go to rehab every week plus I have to have my knees and shoulder replaced so "I feel your pain" in therapy. First, I sure would discuss with your therapist what you are feeling. It is possible to over do it. If you are in the beginning segment of your knee therapy, some soreness would be normal but you MUST tell your therapist and if they don't listen to you, I would consult with your Physican. The reason I am saying talk to your doctor is that I have known someone whose therapist did more harm than good on his shoulder after he had shoulder surgery. Most therapists are wonderful however, but they should be listening to your concerns of pain and if they don't, remember this is YOUR body and YOU have the right to stop the exercises that are hurting you until you can get another evaluation. Hope your knee feels better soon. It's really a pain, isn't it?
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Talk to your doctor.  They should recommend rehab exercises for your knee post-surgery.
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First of all I am not an M.D., however I have had the go from Surgeons  who just needed for me to dive in and find the problem through deep tissue work. \nI can give you some suggestions on what can be causing the problem. Obviously you have blood flow to your feet, and since they are still attached to your body, it is not Phantom pain.\n\nThink about the restriction of blood-flow to the area, from the pressure of your upper body, on all of your nerves that are being compressed while you are spending many hours sitting.\n\nI hope you have all of your needs met.\n If not, you need to be your own detective. Are you sitting on a Gel Cushion? Do you move your legs off of the foot pads, and change their position often. Do you move from Wheel-chair to your bed several times a day, and have your legs elevated?  Re-positioning is really important. I have done deep tissue on old, very old injuries where the circumference of one leg was smaller that the other. The nerves grow, I kept working on the smaller leg each day, and with the growth of new tissue and nerve, working out in our gym, the leg reached it's max growth. However the old injuries were usually football (muscle tears) on the old boys, before P.T. was in use. The components of the blood crystallize, extra calcium binds to the site. It is like glass fragments. eek.\n\nIf your insurance wont pay for "Massage", you must find a way to get your feet and legs massaged. Be careful that you have someone trained, or they can damage the fragile state of your tissue at this time. I wish I were a hundred me, so I could be the one to help you heal.\nIf you could apply Cold Packs to your feet, it would take away some of the pressure of fluid against the nerves, that are causing the crushing, tingling sensation. (Hobbling), James Caan was feeling in Misery. Since you don't have the feeling in them, you must be careful with the cold pack. Start with 10 Min. max. Not directly on the skin, wrap in a small towel. You can also Ice other areas, the back of the knee is a lymph area, gently massage in an upward motion.. Stretch youself as much as you can.\nI know you mention upper chest, which Vertabrae I am wondering. Can you reach your suffering feet to rotate your ankles?\n\nSeems like if you have SSD, or Health plan, you could have a Physical Therapist work on your legs, especially your Sciatic nerves that you are sitting on all day. I have seen some killer Gel Cushions. Expensive, however. It's good you ask your quesions here. I hope this helps you some. I love the Actress in the movie, she was good, can't think of her name.\n\nI will probably remember her name as soon as I sign off. he he\n\nP.S. If you can find your way to water therapy, especially a salt water pool, or some type of Hydro-Therapy, that would be the ticket.  Take care, give em hell....Marilyn \n And, as I always say, back off the salt. Chem. Panel lately?\n\nWhen I flipped a motorcycle in 76, In the Middle East. I landed on my face. My cheek turned green really fast. The best pain killer was Opium at the time. Maybe a little tooo good.
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Have you been diagnosed to have these joints replaced?  You are so young to have this surgery.  I wonder what causes your chronic pain?   Are there any alternatives before going under the knife?\n I'm not familiar with the newest procedures, but don't these prosthetics last about 10 years?\n\nMy mother had 3 hip replacements but she was in her 80's for the last one.  After dealing with her recovery and physical therapy I can't imagine having a knee replacement done at the same time.  It's major surgery anyway you slice it or dice it.\nI would get a least two opinions.
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...actually here's a video of a "minimally invasive total knee replacement surgery" at the Brigham.\n\nhttp://www.or-live.com/BrighamandWomens/1193/\nclick on the link..\n\nNot sure if there's anywhere in Chattanooga, but maybe you should check with Vanderbilt or Univ. of Tenn.
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I had the knee injections last year and at first I was ecstatic.  I could walk without pain for the first time in years.  It lasted for a few months but then the pain came back.  I am going back in for an exam again and determine whether to go with the injection for the third time or see what other alternative there is.
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Called bursitis of the knee, caused by direct trauma/force.It id swollen due to the body trying to repair that area of the body.It swelled again most likely not getting the right treatment in the begining.
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its arthritus, you can try glucosamine and chondroiton, and aleive for some pain help and ask your doctor for something like mobic, thats the anti inflamitory im on, it doesnt really stop the pain but it helps some, also lose weight. thats a biggie, next step is joint replacement. its old age hon.
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I do not pretend to practice medicine. I am not an MD. With that said, I would begin by asking the degree of the swelling. Is the entire hand swollen or only a portion of it? Any discoloration or apparent injury? What sorts of tests were performed and do you have in hand the results?\nIs the hand painful? If the swelling is severe and you have had no satisfaction from your present doctors, I would suggest you find a doctor who cares about you. If you are in pain, you have been injured in some manner or have an illness in your body. Please get better medical attention ASAP if this more than a small and localized swelling. When you see a physician again, I would suggest you have all the test results in hand as that can prevent performance of unnecessary testing. I wish you well and think you do need to see a doctor soon.
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I had Arthoscopy surgery back in Nov. I had a chipped bone and also had arthritis clean up. My knee still bothers me at times, are you in an immobilizer or anything to keep your leg straight? Or on crutches? Its going to take time for it to heal, knees have a long healing process.