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      2chains replied to the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC!.
      Thank you all for the encouragement!
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      2chains reacted to EalingGran's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      There are metal sparing MRI technologies that can be used after a TKR but as @Jamie says it really may not be worth it if you have known...
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      2chains reacted to EalingGran's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Internal rotational error of the tibial component is a major cause of pain after total knee replacement D Nicoll et al. J Bone Joint...
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      2chains reacted to EalingGran's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      This all sounds very encouraging for your new surgeon. A paper I read a little while ago suggested that rotational errors are a not...
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      2chains reacted to Jamie's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      If you have uncemented implants and there is poor bone in-growth, that could be an issue. Also, if your “good” leg is bowed that will...
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      2chains reacted to Axx72's post in the thread TKR March 8/22 RTKR Excited for the next step! with Like Like.
      Im about a month and a half out from the BC Epic bikepacking race which is about 1300km in length over 10-12 days(not really a race for...
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      2chains replied to the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC!.
      @Jamie yes 'good' knee/leg is bowed! Also thanks for mentioning the lack of in-growth! I'll be bringing it to attention of the other...
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      2chains reacted to Jamie's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      An MRI can be done by by a radiologist who knows how to do one for a person who has metal implants. So you need to ask about that...
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      2chains reacted to benne68's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Yes, it is possible, @2chains. Just be aware that not every hospital has the equipment to do this. The metal in the implant can...
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      2chains replied to the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC!.
      Would appreciate someone who can comment on whether MRI would provide some insight? I would have to private pay over $1000 CDN so would...
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      2chains replied to the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC!.
      Thanks for the kind words folks! I've been researching clinics to get the other knee done. One of the clinics I found in Quebec has a...
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      2chains reacted to mendogal's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Echoing what's been said: BoneSmart staff and members alike do find that there's a lot of potential for soft tissue issues (muscle or...
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      2chains reacted to Jamie's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Arthritis in other joints can be a problem for a new knee (or hip) because fixing one joint immediately puts that leg in proper...
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      2chains reacted to AnnYo's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Interesting to hear what your PT suspects @2chains --I have been wondering about this issue for myself. Is the slightly worsening OA in...
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      2chains reacted to Jockette's post in the thread TKR YYZ Back To YYC! with Like Like.
      Yes, I do believe this happens in more cases than we know. My knee looks fine on an X-ray and in an exam room, but feels awful much of...
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