Question 1

how hard is  an osteotomy on their knee and does it really help?

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In some patients: Osteotomies on the knee are a very good option for people with unicompartmental knee arthritis who are too young for  knee replacement surgery.  Around 85% of people will be happy with the outcome 5 years out from surgery.

Question 2

had osteotomy last february and last november, i cant kneel on my knees because of the pain of my screws, if i get my screws removed will it help?

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It would be : helpful to know the exact surgery you had performed.  Also are you certain you know the screw placement?  Assuming you had some procedure on your knees, it is not uncommon to have pain when kneeling for 1-2 years after the procedure.  Contact the surgeon regarding this for better information.

Question 3

31, knee off angle by 21 degrees, dr states do to the angle being off so much osteotomy is not an option. a partail as well do to no acl, is there any other option other then full knee?

Accepted Answer

Will need surgery: There are some things to do to put off surgery, but it sounds like a replacement is in your future. An unloader brace will take some pressure off the symptomatic side. Taking glucosamine and msm will help to control pain and stabilize joint cartilage, and hyaluronic acid injections might help for a while.

Question 4

im 30, with 21 degrees off alignment knee, what are my options other than osteotomy and full knee replacement , surgery is ok what options are there?

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That's all: That  is a very large deformity. Total knee and osteotomy are the only surgical options to correct your deformity.

Question 5

will i be able to run after my osteotomy? before my knee pain, i was an avid runner. will i be able to return to running after my osteotomy?

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Possibly: If you are having a high tibial osteotomy, it is possible for you to run after a full recovery from surgery; however, these osteotomies are done to unload a joint that is strarting to become arthritis.  Therefore, running, or other high impact activities, are not typically recommended following an osteotomy.

Question 6

how long does a fulkerson osteotomy take? including femoral block, knee arthroscopy? how much longer would it take if add mfpl? how long willibeunder?

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Varies: Varies quite a bit based upon surgeon speed, your size, complexity of the case, etc.,  usually between one and two hours.

Question 7

i got a fulkersons osteotomy done 4 weeks ago, i have a fall yesterday and landed weird on my leg and as i am non weight bearing, there is grinding in my knee again?

Accepted Answer

: You should contact your orthopedist on Monday and be careful with your walking in the mean time. Good luck.

Question 8

is osteotomy used to treat arthritis? i have pretty bad arthritis in my knee. is osteotomy a possibility for treatment?

Accepted Answer

No-maybe last resort: If you have an inflammatory type of arthritis, then treatment with immune system-modifying medications such as weekly Methotrexate and a biological agent like enbrel, remicade, or Humira are highly effective.For osteoarthritis ("wear and tear" arthritis), nsaids like Celebrex (celecoxib) can be helpful.Ask your rheumatologist. You may benefit by evaluation by an ortho surgeon.Surgery should be the last resort.

Question 9

should i have high tibial osteotomy for knock knee before or after my growth plates close? i see young people having it, yet my surgeon says to wait?

Accepted Answer

Growth plates closed: At age 23 your growth plates about the knee are closed. High tibial osteotomy in young adults is relatively uncommon and not a benign procedure. Discuss the surgery and post- op regimen w/ your surgeon. If u are not satisfied get a second opinion about both your knees. Best of Luck!

Question 10

is hip pain after a knee osteotomy normal?  i have had 6 knee surgeries in 9 years and just started having hip pain in the same leg.

Accepted Answer

Common: It's not normal, but very common.  If it persists, see your doctor.

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How hard is an osteotomy on their knee and does it really help?

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Had osteotomy last february and last november, i cant kneel on my knees because of the pain of my screws, if i get my screws removed will it help?

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31, knee off angle by 21 degrees, dr states do to the angle being off so much osteotomy is not an option. a partail as well do to no acl, is there any other option other then full knee?

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Im 30, with 21 degrees off alignment knee, what are my options other than osteotomy and full knee replacement , surgery is ok what options are there?

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Will i be able to run after my osteotomy? before my knee pain, i was an avid runner. will i be able to return to running after my osteotomy?

A member asked:

How long does a fulkerson osteotomy take? including femoral block, knee arthroscopy? how much longer would it take if add mfpl? how long willibeunder?

A member asked:

I got a fulkersons osteotomy done 4 weeks ago, i have a fall yesterday and landed weird on my leg and as i am non weight bearing, there is grinding in my knee again?

A member asked:

Is osteotomy used to treat arthritis? i have pretty bad arthritis in my knee. is osteotomy a possibility for treatment?

A member asked:

Should i have high tibial osteotomy for knock knee before or after my growth plates close? i see young people having it, yet my surgeon says to wait?

A member asked:

Is hip pain after a knee osteotomy normal? i have had 6 knee surgeries in 9 years and just started having hip pain in the same leg.

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