Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Sharp Pain In Both The Knees. Advised For Replacement And Put On Pain Treatment. Suggestion?
Thank you Doctor for your attention. I feel sharp pain in both knee long time- many years. My join are damage ...
. X-ray show this , so every specialists in SF CA said that i need only replaisment. But for different ilness iI con not do this sergury.My Doctor Integrated Pain Care Treate me and I trust him Bun any case I would like to know your opinion. What you think abot it? i am very sorry for my mistaiks - iam russian and my English is now not correct.
. X-ray show this , so every specialists in SF CA said that i need only replaisment. But for different ilness iI con not do this sergury.My Doctor Integrated Pain Care Treate me and I trust him Bun any case I would like to know your opinion. What you think abot it? i am very sorry for my mistaiks - iam russian and my English is now not correct.
Wed, 14 Aug 2013
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Joint replacement surgery is the end stage treatment for osteoarthritis of knees.
This is generally indicated if all methods of conservative management fail to provide relief from pain.
Also, Total knee replacement is basically indicated for elderly people (usually beyond 60 years) with gross degenerative arthritis of knees which makes them difficult to perform their activities of daily living.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
Joint replacement surgery is the end stage treatment for osteoarthritis of knees.
This is generally indicated if all methods of conservative management fail to provide relief from pain.
Also, Total knee replacement is basically indicated for elderly people (usually beyond 60 years) with gross degenerative arthritis of knees which makes them difficult to perform their activities of daily living.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
I find this answer helpful
Hi,
A knee replacement is major surgery, so is normally only recommended if other treatments, such as physiotherapy or steroid injections, haven't helped reduce pain or improve mobility.
You may be offered knee replacement surgery if:
you have severe pain, swelling and stiffness in your knee joint and your mobility is reduced
your knee pain is so severe that it interferes with your quality of life and sleep
everyday tasks, such as shopping or getting out of the bath, are difficult or impossible
you cannot work or have a normal social life
The earlier you have a knee replacement, the greater the chance you will eventually need further surgery.
Have a nice day!
A knee replacement is major surgery, so is normally only recommended if other treatments, such as physiotherapy or steroid injections, haven't helped reduce pain or improve mobility.
You may be offered knee replacement surgery if:
you have severe pain, swelling and stiffness in your knee joint and your mobility is reduced
your knee pain is so severe that it interferes with your quality of life and sleep
everyday tasks, such as shopping or getting out of the bath, are difficult or impossible
you cannot work or have a normal social life
The earlier you have a knee replacement, the greater the chance you will eventually need further surgery.
Have a nice day!
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Knee pain
Loading Online Doctors....