Question 1

my orthopedic is doing a stem cell knee surgery on me the end of june. anyone heard of it? is it successful?

Accepted Answer

Stem cells: Exactly what sort of surgery is planned? Stem cells are still investigational, but they are unlikely to cause harm. The idea is to use them to augment healing. Presently there are no clear studies to say that they work. That is not an issue with the stem cells, but is a fact that there have just not been adequate controlled studies done. Watch out for the cost as it may not be covered by insurance.

Question 2

best ways to stay in shape after knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you mean from a cardio standpoint it depends what kind of knee surgery you had. You should be asking your orthoedic surgeon this question as he/she may want to be restricting your activity.  They may not want you running if you have some wear and tear issues in your knee.

Question 3

help please? what is best for pain after knee surgery?

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RICE: Rest, ice, compression, elevation.

Question 4

is pain in my calf normal after knee surgery?

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No: Calf pain is not normal after knee surgery. I would go back to your orthopedic surgeon as soon as possible. You can possible have a blood clot in your calf after surgery. If you have asleep venous thrombosis that could be life threatening.

Question 5

how painful is the' knee surgery to repair a torn mcl?

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Pain is subjective: Some people are very tolerant of pain from surgery and some are very pain sensitive. Some do great with pain control, some have a very difficult time getting a medication that controls their pain and does not make them nauseous.
Most isolated mcl tears are not surgically repaired and heal with bracing.  Pain associated with the repair really depends on the technique used on the repair.

Question 6

docs, what's best medicine for pain after knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) or Vicodin.: These are the two that we use. They are very effective, however, they are addictive. We usually prescribe it one time only, with no refills, for almost all of the knee surgery we do.

Question 7

what is the recovery time for a microfracture knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

3 to 6 months: The first six weeks after micro fracture surgery, patients are asked to use crutches and protect weight bearing. After that, progressive weight bearing is introduced, and range of motion is achieved in the second six weeks.  The third six weeks is focused on strengthening, and the 4th 6weeks is geared for sports specific training.

Question 8

what is the purpose of iodine covering during knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

Germ Killer: The iodine solution covering the skin in most surgeries as well as applied many times after skin incisions is for infection prevention. By treating the skin, the chance of an infection at the time of surgery is substantially reduced.

Question 9

can you do mako plasty for a quadruple sparing knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

: I doubt it but you should discuss with your orthopedist. Good luck to your surgery!

Question 10

help please! my knee is catching and popping after knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

Kneecap tracking.: It may be related to quad muscle shutdown, following surgery, which can alter the tracking of your kneecap, and give you the "popping" that you're feeling. Check with your surgeon to see if that's the case. If so, it should get better with physical therapy.

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My orthopedic is doing a stem cell knee surgery on me the end of june. anyone heard of it? is it successful?

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Help please? what is best for pain after knee surgery?

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Is pain in my calf normal after knee surgery?

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How painful is the' knee surgery to repair a torn mcl?

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Docs, what's best medicine for pain after knee surgery?

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Can you do mako plasty for a quadruple sparing knee surgery?

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Help please! my knee is catching and popping after knee surgery?

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