Question 1

will swelling after knee replacement surgery go down?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It takes several months but eventually swelling after total joint replacement does subside and, if the surgery was done well, the knee feels better than ever. Of course in the early postoperative period, the first few months, i would also be concerned about the development of blood clots. Any significant swelling of the extremity should immediately constipation to report to the emergency room for a lower extremity ultrasound to rule out any clots in the leg. These can be life-threatening.

Question 2

how long does it take for swelling to go down after knee replacement surgery?

Accepted Answer

Swelling after TKA: The knee can stay swollen for a number of months after surgery. Often, even after it is fully healed, there is some residual swelling so that it never completely looks like a normal knee.

Question 3

i had knee replacement surgery 3 years ago i still have pain on the side of my knee and  swelling?

Accepted Answer

Not usual: The most common problem could be facing you.
1-lossing of the joint component.
2-subacute  infection in the knee.

3-fracture and arthrofibrosis may also occur but are less common.

Question 4

hello, 
i have an injury to my knee replacement. 
swelling, pain instability. 
from car accident 2 days ago.
any thoughts on avoiding another surgery?

Accepted Answer

See your Orthopedist: Once a joint replacement is in, the bone is thin around that site. A smaller amount of trauma might crack (break) that thin bone. When you have continued pain after injury, go get more tests to see if that could have happened. The ER could do the test, but your "Bone Dr." should be consulted.

Question 5

what can cause severe pain 1yr after total knee replacement surgery?my mother has numbness in foot and knee. sometimes swelling. thanks

Accepted Answer

Varies: There are multiple possibilities, but one general way to look at it is either there is something wrong with the knee replacement surgery outcome, or your mother has another condition causing pain in that area.  The most common "other" cause is a condition calked spinal stenosis, which is essentially a pinched nerve in the back that can cause leg pain and numbness.

Question 6

how to reduce swellig after knee replacement surgery?

Accepted Answer

Compression: Ice, elevation, compression, and +/- nsaids (under the advice of your surgeon) can all help.  Sometimes, the knee will be warm and swollen for 6+ months after the surgery.

Question 7

how long after a partial knee replacement will the swelling resolve?

Accepted Answer

Weeks: Swelling of the knee can take a few weeks to resolve. It should be iced aggressively. If it is not improving or if it is red, warm, draining or you have a fever, it needs to be seen by your doctor immediately. Swelling of the leg also needs to be checked to rule out for blood clots.

Question 8

can you have  be having a metal reaction to partial knee replacement with continuous swelling and fluid? its been 10 months and diagnostics are normal

Accepted Answer

Possible: see if the FDA has received a number of similar reports for this particular brand of implant.  File an adverse effect report with the FDA.  That is the only way that the FDA can detect a significant danger from a particular medical device if it was not noticed in trials before release to the public.

Question 9

had knee replacement 4 years ago.  fell on my knee-immediate swelling.  iced consistently.  8 days later cannot bend knee or flex it.  is this serious?

Accepted Answer

It can be serious: A fall could cause various injuries. You have a effusion which is swelling & fluid in the knee. This will cause difficulty motion and can usually be treated conservatively or by aspirating the fluid. However with the limited information provided, more serious injuries are possible such as a fracture or ligament injury. To be safe i would make an appointment to get evaluated by a physian.

Question 10

when after a partial knee replacement can you walk without so much pain and swelling?

Accepted Answer

6-12 weeks: Recovery rates vary between patients, but by 6 weeks they are usually 85-90% recovered with regard to pain, swelling, and function.  The knee will continue to improve for up to 6 months or more.  If the pain and swelling remain beyond 12 weeks, you should follow up with your surgeon.

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What can cause severe pain 1yr after total knee replacement surgery?my mother has numbness in foot and knee. sometimes swelling. thanks

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Can you have be having a metal reaction to partial knee replacement with continuous swelling and fluid? its been 10 months and diagnostics are normal

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Had knee replacement 4 years ago. fell on my knee-immediate swelling. iced consistently. 8 days later cannot bend knee or flex it. is this serious?

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