/Contents 10 0 R>> 44 0 obj NY is where I live. MeSH In special circumstances a CT is ordered to help better understand component positioning. When flexing or straightening the leg, a knot of fibrous scar tissue on the under-surface of the quadriceps tendon (just above where the tendon attaches to the patella) catches in the box of the implant. He is the BEST orthopedic doctor.Her incision is almost invisable.She is going back for her other hip next week. Infection, though unlikely, also needs to be ruled out. This would be her third time under the knife in the past year. endobj x3R235W(*T0PR0T(Y@@QC= P AJ 1WpW I have a question. Find out more about them all. /Contents 28 0 R>> The search for the etiology as to why a specific patient is not happy begins with a careful history. /Contents 16 0 R>> This is referred to as a patella clunk syndrome. Many times, the specific complaints give clues as to the underlying problem. The new Dr. did a very through exam ( including reviewing all X-rays) and ordered a bone scan which was inconclusive. My problem is due to muscle weakness and muscle tension which is preventing progress. Hi Dr Leone /Contents 38 0 R>> The staff is very professional and helpful. If your arthritic hip is also causing a lot of problems, Id consider having it replaced first. You can also change some of your preferences. The surgeon also needs to review the implant record. Like the operative report, the implant record is also a permanent part of the medical record and contains labels provided by the manufacturer naming the company that manufactured the implant, the implant brand name, size, FDA number, and expiration date. Sometimes called "runner's knee," it's more common in people who participate in sports that involve running and jumping. I did hair for 46 years so I stood on cement. The removal of the fibrous tissue may be done through an open incision or using an arthroscope. Just use it as you go along in your daily activities. +4Fl#aI,aSp. 1000 NE 56th Street, >Discover more about the patella (kneecap). 5 0 obj The symptom may be a sign of patellar clunk syndrome. PCS affects people who have had a specific type of knee replacement featuring a posterior stabilized implant. endobj endobj Dr. Vaksha is excellent. x3R235W(*T0PR0T(Y@@QC= P AJ 1TpW Bone on bone pain is one of the main reasons why arthritic knees are painful and a major trigger for patients deciding its time to choose knee replacement. It is important to test for stability with the knee in extension and various degrees of flexion. 39 0 obj Is the kneecap tracking or does it slide off to the side during flexion? <> General comments will be answered in as timely a manner as possible. The cortisone injection suggests the problem is within the knee joint capsule and not extra-capsular or referred from another source. <> Dr. William Leone The patients typically present after a year of knee replacement surgery. My advice is to discuss fully with you surgeon your concerns about having more surgery and what he or she thinks is really going on. 22 0 obj Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. I need to understand if there was ever a period where the patient seemed to be doing well or at least improving and then the circumstances changed. The office staff is wonderful and Rebecca was able to schedule me with a busy schedule and awesome at answering all of my questions including referring me to a great physical therapy office. Brand new office, same great doctors! With my knees together my left leg is about 8-10 inches from the center. stream These include measuring a biomarker called alpha defensins. endstream Also, I would recommend discussing your chance of curing an infection, if one is present one year postop, with liner exchange and debridement. If following debridement the condition returns, I think a critical re-assessment of any underlying condition that may be leading to persistent irritation of the quad tendon and to the development of the condition needs to be understood and then addressed. Bethesda, MD 20894, Web Policies Mark, there are many reasons why your knee may hurt. If your surgeon is concerned there is underlying infection, in spite of you reporting two prior negative cultures, then I agree with his determination to rule out infection above all else. If this individual is not able to help you, I would recommend you seek out other opinions from orthopedic surgeons with a special interest and expertise in TKR and revisions to help you solve your problem. The doctor only got 115 bend under anesthesia and I have continued to go to PT at least 3 times a week and my numbers at rest are 90 bend and -17 on the straightening. doi: 10.7759/cureus.11435. Other conditions that can cause knee pain must also be considered and ruled out, such as spinal disease and hip disease with referred pain to the knee. I have fallen several times, my leg just gives out on me; just not steady. The following cookies are also needed - You can choose if you want to allow them: You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page. The management of patellar clunk syndrome involves surgical removal of the fibrous tissue. Epub 2014 Feb 14. My flexer muscle is tight and the muscles on the outer and inner thigh bother me. Pseudomeniscus after knee arthroplasty: A case series for arthroscopic management of this problem and systematic review of literature. Is there any drainage? Email us. endobj Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. eCollection 2023 Jan. Chamseddine AH, Haidar I, Rahal MJ, Asfour A, Boushnak MO. The components implanted during TKR do a wonderful job of re-surfacing the end of the bones that make up the knee and this prevents the bones from rubbing. In addition, patients were questioned specifically regarding anterior knee pain and patellofemoral symptoms. An official website of the United States government. endstream Its possible that your peroneus brevis tendon was compromised due to angular deformity from your arthritic knee. Once again, this is just a sampling of information that the physical exam can provide, giving clues as to why the result is not acceptable and to help determine the next steps to correct the problem or problems. 3 ). xZr}W[)rsy8V82RaM- X (Cdsgv R.`.=O]JV+JSw_VT{k.WK\Z,@=77>vN]? We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. A prosthesis that is extending beyond the peripheral margin of bone can also potentially irritate overlying tissue. I think its always reasonable to get other opinions from different knee surgeons who may have a different perspective or experience. My R is perfect, no complaints but my L has increasingly become more painful. 42 0 obj /Contents 24 0 R>> Four femoral components were in 5 degrees flexion. The site is secure. I walk very poorly and I am trying very hard to work on gait. 2002. endobj Balancing the soft tissue sleeve that surrounds the knee so that as the knee moves from extension to flexion, equal and physiologic tensions or pressures are experienced in the medial and lateral ligaments. National Library of Medicine stream I feel its going to snap to the side.I try to use a brace and it helps a little. A new test has recently become available called the Synovasure test. I he was amazing he made me feel very comfortable and explained everything that was going to happen from surgery all the way through my physical therapy highly recommend Dr. Vaksha. This is often associated with lumbar degenerative arthritis which can result in spinal stenosis and elicit the kind of symptoms you report in you right upper outer and inner thigh. /Contents 8 0 R>> <> 26 0 obj endobj If you remain this disabled, then I would recommend that you seek further opinions from orthopedic surgeons who specialize in TKR and revision. <> After suffering from a severe ankle injury Dr. V was able to help me heal and return back to work completely to a job where I stand for 12 hours a day. Complications He also thinks I need surgery for my shoulder.My knee never felt right from the get go and am wondering if this is a surgical mistake and malpractice? Inquire if there is another way to learn if the knee really is infected short of exploring, debriding and changing the plastic. stream The doctors are amazing,always professional, compassionate and great listeners. Very caring, profesional, and friendly!! Unable to load your collection due to an error, Unable to load your delegates due to an error. Like its loose. Then he said my knee was ok and I had a 50% chance of surgery making it worse or better. endobj I suggest you discuss these concerns with your surgeon who will have specific recommendations. Are there residual bone spurs, which could be causing irritation or inhibit motion? This just came on in the past week or so and although very active, I cannot recall a specific event that may have caused this. It also is important to understand why you struggled to regain fuller flexion. I have iced down .i feel like i have been glued to this machine. The newest implant and next generation appears to have eliminated patellar clunk syndrome. Hi. From the time I entered Dr. Karkares office for the first time until now, his staff has been amazing. If so, where? Contact Us, Approaches It is typically performed using an allograft, which is tissue from someone who has died. My TKR is about 15-20 degrees out of alignment. Or, is the knee constantly painful and at times you also trip? I just dont know what to do or where to turn anymore. 2nd March 2020 and the right knee - I am currently in a rehabilitation unit in France - I am with others who had TKR on or around the same date - I am the slowest with regard to progress and also the youngest. endobj By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The present study represents the largest collection of data regarding patellar clunk syndrome. My surgeon is top notch down here. If that is the case, the operation your surgeon is recommending may be your best chance for success. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. No other surgeon will touch me for at least a year post op. The patellar clunk syndrome occurs exclusively in posterior stabilized implants as the fibrosis tissue is prone to get engaged in box shaped wedge of the femoral component. official website and that any information you provide is encrypted Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. The patella absorbs some of the stress between your upper and lower leg and allows your muscles to work more efficiently to bend and straighten your knee. He now wants me to do a white cell progressive test to check for infection. He does not return calls. Im a 66 year old male who had ligament surgery on my left knee at age 23. Repair may require implanting a prosthesis with more internal constrain and does not depending on the soft tissues to the same degree. Procedures government site. Regardless, I think it is always a good idea to seek several opinions, especially when the result is less than optimal. The components implanted during TKR do a wonderful job of re-surfacing the end of the bones that make up the knee and this prevents the bones from rubbing. A palpable and painful clunk may be felt on extending the knee at about 40-50 degrees of motion. Considering that your right knee feels perfect, I would expect your left knee to feel similar if the construct and soft-tissue balancing were the same as on the right side. >Find out more about Jim Newman I have had success treating in a number of patients using kinematic sensor technology to help me pin point the mechanical problem(s) and then address surgically to correct. This was the right decision no pain and no limp. 3 0 obj Cant get back to normal life or enjoy anything. endobj I have trouble getting dressed, cant make it all the way through grocery shopping. Careers. Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. I saw the original surgeon in August & October. Examining the knee is equally as important. He takes time to listen and offer suggestions to help you get better. I do my exercises everyday, stretching n pulling on that knee to the point of tears. Many reasons can cause your symptoms. Is there doctors that specialize in complications from TKR? endstream Bookshelf Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. I came back in for my follow up and had the same great experience. x3R235W(*T0PR0T(Y@@QC= P AJ 12TpW <> I have had both tkr 3 mo apart. I am very unhappy with the limitations of my knees, especially since I worked very hard on my rehab following the original surgery. Was the person barely able to get up from a seated position and walk or did they have just a little discomfort after 54 holes of golf? This surgery can be very debilitating physically n mentally. He explained everything to us, and the office staff set everything up for us and made the process easy. Hou Y, Gao J, Chen J, Lin J, Ni L, Sun T, Jiang J. J Orthop Surg Res. In my next article, I will discuss revising a TKR and a powerful new intra-operative tool which I use that can help me diagnose and treat subtle component positioning and balancing problems and then direct very specific soft tissue releases, bone resection and component changes to correct these problems. Are the complaints tolerable or are they bad enough that the patient wants more tests, hoping to learn the specific etiology and would even consider more surgery if the condition could potentially be improved? endobj Its very spotty and goes away after about three days. All patients were free of patellar clunk postoperatively; one patient reported persistent anterior knee pain. I had a TKR in June 2013. Ive always had a clicking on occasion with the new knee but was told thats not uncommon. Patellar clunk syndrome occurs when a fibrous nodule develops just proximal to the patellar button. i dont know what to do. Let me just add one more for your consideration, from the ranks of the unhappy: - Avoiding adding insult to injury by cheerfully advertising how happy youll be if you allow our group to do your TKRshowing supposedly satisfied patients skiing, hiking, playing sports, etcwith big smiles on their faces. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. Ohhh please tell me whats going on with this thing. I call these the surgeons goals which is what I try to achieve during an operation and, when accomplished, helps assure a stable, pain-free knee with which the patient is happy. The patients may describe the clunk as a popping, snapping, or catching sensation. endobj [sM]!NGy*H.S_Y::|Lg?&jmoDN`YOulL8qa #1a o>[Kv-(ks"igSs.fg;Xc ^X'dF:CrU GSghn)x@^y'!hiqJ8jSt~=Q>M+Hh0ZJF8,lp)[F.83!U9kA"/3.Fn:GsD*Vv'G2;451@ <> I wish you a full recovery. endstream If more surgery is recommended, then either your surgeon will feel comfortable doing it or not. Following up with your surgeon is most appropriate. endobj All of these should be assessed and compared to the well-functioning TKR. stream And it makes a awful noise. Joint infection is often a difficult diagnosis to make. Office very clean. <>/Group <> <> Im afraid that this will be to no avail. General comments will be answered in as timely a manner as possible, I had my Tkr done March 14 2016. If you would like a personal consultation, please contact our office at 954-489-4575 or by email atLeoneCenter@Holy-cross.com. any suggestons. Hip arthritis can also cause these symptoms. He really takes his time and explains treatment options. endobj We set up a consultation and my wife and I left his office feeling totally confident and comfortable with moving ahead with the surgery. Dr. Karkare is very knowledgeable, helpful, and caring. <> Possibly pain, stiffness, poor range of motion, or feeling like the knee is not stable and that the patient cant trust the new knee. The anterior (front) / posterior (backward) stability also needs to be established. I had my TKR done on October 1 2015 and a manipulation done 5 weeks later due to declining results in flex and extension numbers. Symptoms to your ipsilateral knee need to be ruled out. This site needs JavaScript to work properly. Depending on your answers to many of these questions, the risks of repeat revision must be weighed against the benefits. Soft tissue imbalance can lead to these problems and often are secondary to components that are less than optimally positioned. x3R235W(*T0PR0T(Y@@QC= P AJ 12RpW He never says too much, about where do we go from here? I suffered with pain in both knees for years. i am in a brace. it just feels like I have a block of wood in there and experience severe pain when PT pushes it to 107. We are so fortunate that we live in a country with many excellent physicians. They couldnt save it due to Navy Doctors screwing up the first surgery. Fortunately, you live in a part of the world where there are many capable orthopedic surgeons. I have a follow up with my Dr 11/14 although I feel I may not make it that long. Ive got many years ahead of meto think that this is as good as its going to get is depressing indeed. I am very frustrated as I had my left knee done 3 years ago by the same doctor and it has been fantastic. 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