Hi. I haven't posted on here for some months now as things were relatively OK. I had a TKR 2 years ago and though it went OK I have only ever had around 90% flexion. I can live with that but I still get swelling of the knee and if I try to bend it more than 90% (e.g. sitting in tight seating on a train or plane) it is really sore afterwards. I walk five or six days per week for about 45 minutes a time. I am overweight and I am also seeing my surgeon in four weeks about the other knee! I also have spondylosis to contend with which doesn't help. The knee has a slight protrusion unlike the smoother surface of the other knee. I just wonder if it is ever going to be better? I am nearly 66 years old. Help!
Could you maybe see your surgeon again.
He may be able to help. I sure wouldn't just accept it. Boy, I'm so sorry you're going through so many things. Chin up prayers going up from the Oregon Coast for you.
Sounds like you may have an effusion. These show up on x-rays. Ask about it. Also any infections may be detected by blood test. Check it out soon.
Hello there. I too have had tkr two years ago on both knees one month apart. At the end of the first year I had only barely 90 bend. Since then I have worked a little on it but not much. I am also overweight and have learned to live with the bend I have which is much better than before the surgery. I would love to bike ride again but don't really see it in the future. Hang in there. For me having the surgery was much better than living the rest of my life in pain and in a chair. I am happy I did it!