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How long does a Stryker knee replacement last?
In 85% to 90% of people who have a total knee replacement, the knee implants used will last about 15 to 20 years. This means that some patients who have a knee replacement at a younger age may eventually need a second operation to clean the bone surfaces and refixate the implants.
How can you tell if your body is rejecting a knee replacement?
What are the signs of knee replacement failure? The most common symptoms of a failed knee implant are pain, decrease in joint function, knee instability, and swelling or stiffness in the knee joint.
Why does my knee still hurt 6 months after knee replacement?
A: Recovery from surgery can take several months, so it’s not unusual to still have soreness in the knee that was replaced. As the intensity of rehabilitation exercises increases, more strain is put on the muscles and joints that have not been used in a period of time.
Should I still have pain 5 weeks after knee replacement surgery?
General pain may occur for up to several weeks following a total knee replacement. Swelling typically lasts for 2 to 3 weeks after surgery, but may persist for as long as 3 to 6 months.
What is considered the best knee replacement?
A TKR is now among the safest and most effective of all standard orthopedic surgeries. During a TKR, a surgeon removes the surface of your bones that have been damaged by osteoarthritis or other causes and replaces the knee with an artificial implant that is selected to fit your anatomy.
Why does my knee replacement hurt more at night?
After you hit the 2-3 week mark in recovery, your narcotic pain medication may be cut down or eliminated entirely. At the same time, your activity level has likely increased due to the demands of your ReHab program. This can cause even more physical pain that can spike during bedtime.
Why do my knees hurt 3 months after TKR?
Why choose Stryker total knee replacement?
Stryker Total Knee Replacement Systems have helped restore function, and relieve pain and disability for millions of patients. Stryker’s Partial Knee Resurfacing Systems are designed to conserve bone in situations where only one portion of the knee joint is worn.
What is the Stryker triathlon TS knee system?
The Triathlon TS Knee System is designed to provide Triathlon performance in a streamlined revision procedure. Stryker’s Triathlon TS revision knee system features a reamer-based system of tibial and femoral Triathlon Tritanium cone augments, which are designed to provide stability in revision cases where a metaphyseal defect filling is necessary.
What questions should I ask my doctor about knee replacement?
These starter questions will help you talk about your knee pain with your doctor. They’ll also help you and your doctor determine if knee replacement makes sense for you. Which pain relief options may work well for me? How much relief will non-surgical or surgical treatment options give me? Am I eligible for partial knee replacement?
What to do if you have pain in your knee?
Talk to your doctor. They’ll typically manage your knee pain caused by arthritis by first recommending non-surgical treatments, such as medication or physical therapy. But sometimes that’s just not enough, and your doctor may recommend other treatment options, including replacing parts of your damaged knee.