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I have had all of my main joints replaced or revision. in the last 4 years. now have popping, clicking and grinding in my replaced knee. thoughts?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Total knee: Get good exam. No injury? Get good quality x-ray to check for loosening , alignment, & tracking issues. Doing appropriate stretches? If not, scar/synovitis can be the culprit.

Dr Ritter agreed

Answered 1/11/2015

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