I can't walk for exercise other than short distances
There is 'ALWAYS' a feeling of discomfort, of the knee not being mine, a feeling that there is something wrong.
I had a Patellofemoral partial, and I have these same issues. My X-rays are “fine” and the 3 surgeons I’ve seen won’t even do any further testing.
I don’t necessarily feel my implant is too big, it feels more like someone twisted my knee and left it twisted. It’s an awful feeling at times.
I am still able to bowl, so I’m thankful for that. I have had to modify my approach to the throw line, though. Now I just carry the ball to the line and throw it, basically just bending at the waist. My ball speed is slower as a result and my average is down, but has started coming back up this summer.
I agree, my partial replacement has been the worst decision I ever made. Do I want to try for a revision? I don’t know, but I haven’t been offered that anyway. I guess something will have to “snap” to make me do it. My other knee is not great, and getting worse, but I’ll put it off as long as I can. And it won’t be the same surgeon.
Sometimes I wonder if I have a metal allergy, or at least a sensitivity. Sometimes it feels like it’s itching inside. I used to think that was a sign of healing, but it’s been 2+ years, so I have my doubts.
I honestly think I have a loose implant, but they say no because my X-ray looks fine.
It is not fun. But I know it could be worse, so I manage as best I can, for now.