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Inserted K Wire To Secure Patellar And Tendon During Knee Surgery. Reason For Having Knee Pain Now
Yes I had a knee surgery in 2007 they put a k wire to secure the patellar and tendon surgery. I never took out the k wire because I have not had the 500.00 for the out patient surgery. Now my knee is hurting I feel like the k wire is moving I can barely walk
You will need X ray of knee There is possibility of impingement of implant along soft tissue during knee movement. As bone union is complete and implant is producing pain you can remove implant consulting your doctor Clinical examination is important to know site of pain. You can also send x ray photo on my profile. Till time take medication like analgesic
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Inserted K Wire To Secure Patellar And Tendon During Knee Surgery. Reason For Having Knee Pain Now
Hello, I have studied your case history. You will need X ray of knee There is possibility of impingement of implant along soft tissue during knee movement. As bone union is complete and implant is producing pain you can remove implant consulting your doctor Clinical examination is important to know site of pain. You can also send x ray photo on my profile. Till time take medication like analgesic Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.