knee injections

[pattyf918]

I had 2 knee scopes for a torn meniscus and arthritis in a 10 week pain span. Still cannot walk with out a cane, can't work because my job is physical, literally have been at home for 5 months. Before I had anything done, was still working, should have lived with the mild pain, but Dr. said its what had to be done, so I trusted him. So 2 weeks ago I finished the 3 shot once a week chicken shots, and am hoping as I read on one post that it took 4 weeks to work, the Dr. also said that. I hope you are both right because so far not much improvement. Cortizone shots did nothing. Is there anyone else who has experienced any of this?

[Yvonne536]

I had an injection in Dec 2012 and my knee has been swollen and has not healed. I am now walking with a walker. I had originally went for a Menicus tear. My knee never went down even after 2 surgeries. I have had 3 Orthopedic doctors. No results, I am now getting discouraged! I have had many tests of every kind. Is it possible the Dr injected in the wrong place? or maybe allergic to the medicine?

[pattyf918]

What happens when you do get the miniscus removed. It feels like it never healed. Do you know why that happens? The present Dr. I have is from a top orthopedic group in this area. If i do get it removed is that considered a partial knee replacement? And how long would the recovery be? Thankyou.

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
I am sorry to hear about your medical problems. If you have been home for five months and are still walking with help of a cane, and if you are still in pain then you need a re-evaluation. A MRI may be required to assess the current condition of the knee. Usually if a meniscus is torn and has not healed after repair, it may need to be removed. It would also be advisable to take a second opinion. Take care!

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