Hello everyone,
I'm an old/new member. I had Total Knee replacement and arthroscopic surgery , and posted under the name SarasotaLady, but the forum claims not to recognize me. Anyway, I'm back with new body part issue.
Kssii, I'm so glad I found your post-- I too have bad shoulder arthritis, with flattened head , no cartilage, and bone spurs. Much pain and little range of motion. I went to 2nd orthopod today, and was advised that total shoulder replacement is needed. But I have reservations -- my age (75), other illnesses including congestive heart failure and asthma ( which make me a high risk patient for any surgery with anesthetic) breast cancer, and problems i encountered with knee replacement recovery . The orthopod did discuss PRP and was up front regarding inconclusive results, no insurance , etc. but also little downtime and possibility of help if affordable.
Sounds like you've gained a year of reduced pain and some better movement ,or am I overstating? I would be happy to have that- I'm not an athlete, just want to be able to exercise and get on with my life. I don't want trauma, opiods, added risks,, etc.
So , given where you are now, would you say PRP was worth it and should at least be considered? Many thanks.
Beachy (formerly SarasotaLady)