I'm 61 and no surprise my knee started to hurt so I went into my MD, he had it Xray-ed.
He shows me the Xray (of both knees side by side.)
Right knee nice cushy stuff between the bones... left knee, not so much
So I have a referral to a Orthopedic Dr but my MD says "you will probably eventually need a replacement but they have this stuff they can inject into your knee to simulate cartilage."
I won't know exactly what I will do until I consult with the Ortho.
Couple questions,
Anyone know about the stuff they inject to simulate cartilage?
We have a stem cell clinic here, I need to schedule a consult but they claim they can inject stem cells into my knee and regrow the cartilage (not covered by insurance so big $$$)
RE: Knee replacement,
I hear stories of people walking the next day and stories of it taking months to heal? I know everybody heals different and I presume they are different artificial knees and procedures.
I know the Ortho Dr can answer these questions but I'm in medical instance limbo waiting for approvals and referrals (no way of knowing how long that will take). I am trying to remain calm but the whole thing is freaking me out a little.
I'm not afraid of doctors...but not a big fan of surgery...
So, anyone have experience with knee repairs?
TIA