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Rotator Cuff Repair Looking for info on Stryker Ortho space balloon.
@tommyg - your update is encouraging. Glad you came back to this site to provide additional information. We continue to seek a surgeon in the Oklahoma/Texas area that performs the "balloon implant" procedure. Would your surgeon know of anyone in our area? Glad you are continuing to...- jmoward
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- Forum: Shoulder Surgery Pre-Op Area
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Rotator Cuff Repair Looking for info on Stryker Ortho space balloon.
Have you learned anything further about the Stryker orthospace baloon? I am very interested, as my husband is in the same predicament that you are. He has been told he needs reverse shoulder surgery. He is most concerned about the limitations he would realize. He has learned, just like you...- jmoward
- Post #3
- Forum: Shoulder Surgery Pre-Op Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
This is my first post in quite awhile. My knee history is TKR of left knee 9/11/2019. Surgeon made some serious errors during surgery - too large of knee cap installed, incorrect elevation, & size of components where mismatched. Obtained 3 second opinions from other orthopedic surgeons - one in...- jmoward
- Post #51
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Thank you very much for your prompt response to my post. What prompted your need for a revision?- jmoward
- Post #46
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Just prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, I successfully obtained two second opinions from two different certified orthopedic surgeons. Diagnosis - the patella that was implanted during my TKR on 9/11/19 is too thick and when I attempt to bend my knee to a right angle or further, the patella catches...- jmoward
- Post #44
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Bilateral PKR Di's Double Replacement Recovery
I had a TKR (Left knee) 6 months ago. Lifting my foot off the floor from my recliner was a real challenge. I used a "gait belt" (eBay has them for about $9) - the belt came with my walker which was issued by the hospital. My thigh/quad muscle would not fire - - which prevented my lifting of...- jmoward
- Post #93
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Update... the 11th of March, 2020, will mark 6 months since TKR. My Passive ROM is approximately 90 degress and Assisted ROM is barely 70. I am not able to obtain greater ROM. All along I have stated that I feel an obstruction inside my knee. When PT pushes my knee for greater ROM, at about...- jmoward
- Post #40
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
My last post here was seeking advice with regard to MUAs. Well since that post, I’ve been through a lot & I’m at my wits end & know that this is the best place to come for sound compassionate advice. My first MUA was 5 weeks after my TKR. The surgeon photographed my knee bent to 130 as proof...- jmoward
- Post #33
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Thank you. I’ve added icing to my program. Any other advice would be appreciated. Headed to first full PT session this morning.- jmoward
- Post #31
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Update - It was decided to have MUA on Friday 10/18. Due to the previously disclosed issues, my ROM had gone from 55 to 30. Today is Sunday & my knee & thigh is extremely swollen. Everything I’ve read says this is normal after MUA. I am trying to reset my psychological clock & counting my new...- jmoward
- Post #28
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Today my knee continued to swell & feel warm to the touch. I am not able to bend it either. A lot of pressure pain. Have elevated & iced throughout the day & will continue throughout the night. Discussed all of this with PT on phone today. Have decided to not attend PT tomorrow, Friday. Just...- jmoward
- Post #24
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
I wish I knew the answer to that. Because of the CPPD disease (I explain this in earlier thread) I was not able to bend my knee much at all. My doctor &I were focused on not upsetting my knee prior to surgery, as the attack could be brought on by unknown factors. So no pre-operative exercises...- jmoward
- Post #17
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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TKR Bad day
Marie, my heart hurts for you. Hang in there. I too have had terrible bouts getting to week 4. This forum is awesome. After reading the posts, we realize we are experiencing many of the same symptoms. There is comfort is knowing that we are not alone. Take care.- jmoward
- Post #67
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Thank you for your prompt detailed response. Your approach is spot on for me. With regard to pain, yes I’m in pain, but thus far it’s not to the point I can’t handle it. My preference is to not take any drug other than xtra strength Tylenol. I have more of the stuffy stiff knee sensations that...- jmoward
- Post #14
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Thank you for all of your responses. I’m new at this forum/thread format & I appreciate you all stepping in to group my conversations & provide links for me to read to help me follow protocol. My set backs were related to my intolerance of pain meds. Day of hospital discharge was a day of chaos...- jmoward
- Post #12
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Today marks 4 weeks from TKR (left) surgery. Due to multiple set backs up until this week, I am woefully behind on ROM. Currently at 55. Has anyone experienced this as well? I am hopeful that I can gain greater ROM over the next few weeks, as I do not want to be surgically manipulated. Has...- jmoward
- Post #7
- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Welcome to the September Sapphires' 2019 Knee Recovery Club!
I would like to obtain membership in the Sapphire Club. My TKR (left) was performed on 9/11/19. Today, Sunday 10/6/19 marks the 4th week post surgery. My age is 66. Thank you.- jmoward
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- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Thank you. I do not see “Jockette’s” reply. Where do I locate it?- jmoward
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- Forum: Knee Surgery Recovery Area
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Revision TKR 1-l/2 Years Post Op Revised TKR Left Knee
Please help me with understanding the procedures for getting assistance here. I’m not replying to this person’s situation, I have a question of my own. Where do I go to begin. I had TKR on 9/11 (2 weeks & 4 days ago) and I have a very concerning situation I would like to discuss. Thank you for...- jmoward
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