70 in September; athletic all my life; arthroscopic surgery right knee from torn meniscus march 2013; knee scan indicated cartiledge almost gone; significant knee pain after 100 yards walking; no problems sleeping; pain killers moderately helpful; is knee resurfacing a good prospect; should I expect good results? minimal or zero pain? active lifestyle without impact? expected recovery time? surgery technique? thoughts?
Hello, I have studied your case. Meniscus tear can be associated with arthritic pain. Meniscus tear pain will disappear after TKR. There will be no impact in healing of Total knee replacement due to previous injury.Post-operative Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises for early recovery. Total knee joint replacement patient find good difference in mobility after joint replacement. So you can do TKR after consulting joint replacement surgeon, there will not be any problem, probably. You can start walking with in 2 weeks time. NOW less pain with the latest post op infusion pump. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not forget to give rating to this answer. Wishing you good health. Take care.