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Suggest Remedy For Severe Pain And Swelling In Left Leg

Just giving you a little back ground. I have had 2 bi- lateral knee replacements and lumbar fusion. Currently I m having problems walking using my left leg. I m in extreme pain some swelling and leg buckles , if I sit when I stand i cant put any pressure on left left. It gives severe pain and I m afraid it will buckle. My doctor who I m under his care is in North Carolina. Can you help me here.
Mon, 2 Mar 2015
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Dear patient
It seems your left knee is unstable. This might be previous to surgery or ligament injury during surgery. Also loosening of implant components might occur post surgery. I would advise Xray of left knee to look for implant status. Also examination of stability is required by joint replacement surgeon. You need to consult your operating surgeon regarding this issue. Start wearing long knee extension brace to provide support. It will provide stability and will improve gait.
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Suggest Remedy For Severe Pain And Swelling In Left Leg

Dear patient It seems your left knee is unstable. This might be previous to surgery or ligament injury during surgery. Also loosening of implant components might occur post surgery. I would advise Xray of left knee to look for implant status. Also examination of stability is required by joint replacement surgeon. You need to consult your operating surgeon regarding this issue. Start wearing long knee extension brace to provide support. It will provide stability and will improve gait.