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Is Knee Replacement The Only Remedy For Prolonged Osteoarthritis?

I am 54 years old and have osteroarthritis, I take prescription meds for it and have had many cortizone shots Is there anything elase I could try before I elect to have knee repolacement? it hurts to walk I try to swim in summer and it helps somewhat.
Thu, 28 Jan 2016
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Knee replacement is quite a common procedure nowadays. Post multiple cortizone injections - the ligaments maybe quite weak. Regular Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy will surely help prolong the need for replacement. Including Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy prior to replacement will also help reduce recovery and rehab time.
Post surgery, you'll need couple months of Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy sessions to get back to your regular functional lifestyle with no pain.
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Is Knee Replacement The Only Remedy For Prolonged Osteoarthritis?

Knee replacement is quite a common procedure nowadays. Post multiple cortizone injections - the ligaments maybe quite weak. Regular Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy will surely help prolong the need for replacement. Including Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy prior to replacement will also help reduce recovery and rehab time. Post surgery, you ll need couple months of Physiotherapy / Occupational therapy sessions to get back to your regular functional lifestyle with no pain.