I was told I had bone on bone osteoarthritis both knees, no space in one knee and minimal spacing in the other. I was told to anticipate knee replacement. I have received Kenalog x 1 in q knee. I am 66. 1. Do the UVA doctors perform the subvastus approach? 2. Am I making things worse by grinding bone surfaces and need to consider knee replacement sooner rather then use pain or disability as my decision guide? Thank you.
Hi, as you mentioned your history I remembered one case of mine, she had the same issue and was advised Total Knee replacement for both knees. We planned for the 12 weeks protocol. A combination of Diet, Medicine and Physical therapy. Apparently things fell into place, and we avoided the knee replacement. Diet - good calcium oriented and low calorie to reduce the weightMedicine - as guided by the physicianPhysical therapy - strengthening the lower limb as a whole and also the core stability exercises. The things fell good, and she is able to do running now. Also, trying out a physical therapy prior to decide the surgery will be recommended by me. If you want anything in personal I can surely assist youRegardsJay In Chat Doctor.