knee joint fluid replacement

Injections like Synvisc act as a supplement to the normal joint fluid and help in joint lubrication during the joint motion. They are usually given to delay the joint replacement surgeries. However, it does not replace the joint with the "normal" joint fluid since it is absorbed and cleared from the joint within a week (hence you have to take it every week). I would not say that it is totally useless since there have been observed benefits of this injection in some patients.

Hello Dear, Hyaluronan, the name of the substance in Synvisc, is secreted by cells in the cartilage of joints. Hyaluronan is one of the major molecular components of joint fluid, and it gives the joint fluid, also called synovial fluid, its viscous, slippery quality. The high viscosity of synovial fluid allows for the cartilage surfaces of joints to glide upon each other in a smooth fashion. By injecting Synvisc in a knee, some people consider this a so-called joint lubrication.

I was wondering about maybe having a joint replacement section here at medhelp. This site has been a Godsend for me and to have a place to talk and vent not only about the Fibro and chronic pain, but to have a joint replacement discussion would be wonderful. Just a thought....

Dr. Peter Gott answered the question in his online column: DEAR READER: A Baker's cyst is an accumulation of joint fluid behind the knee. Most cysts do not cause symptoms, but, occasionally, large cysts may cause discomfort and/or stiffness. In fact, most cysts are recognized only after they rupture, a process that can cause pain, swelling and bruising. Baker's cysts can occur in anyone of any age. The most common cause in older people is arthritis.

When you said synovia ( A clear, viscid lubricating fluid secreted by membranes in joint cavities, sheaths of tendons, and bursae) I took it you ment injections into the synovial space. Injections into the synovial space can be corticosteroids or a hylan product like babyde said. It depends on what you need it for. I had steroids injected in my wrist for RA. It helped almost immediately with the pain and ability to move it.

Docs found on my ankle MRI 1) Marked subcutaneous edema of the distal lower leg and ankle. 2) fluid present within the flexor hallucis longus tendon sheath. The fluid extends along the plantar surface of the tendon as it progresses towards the insertion of the hallux. 3) Degenerative changes within the hindfoot. 4) Subchondral cyst is present as well as adjacent cyst within the sustentaculum tali at the level of the medial subtalar joint. Diagnosis: Tenosynovitis of flexor hallucis longus.

The complexity of the design of the knee joint and the fact that it is an active weight-bearing joint are factors in making the knee one of the most commonly injured joints. It's not necessarily arthritis; you're 23, you're young. I'm sure you do activities such as sports. This can result in a pulled muscle.

HELLO I AM 70 YEARS OLD AND IN 2002 I HAD A KNEE JOINT RELACEMENT IN MY LEFT LEG AFTER 4 YEARS OF CONSTENT PAIN THE KNEE JOINT WAS REPLACED WITH ANOTHER KNEE JOINT(2006) WHICH HAS LEFT ME IN MORE PAIN THE PAIN IS MUCH WORSE NOW AND FEEL WORRIED INCASE THE KNEE JOINT IS ON IT'S WAY OUT ?

No, as knee replacement is a surgery where external body is placed inside the arthritic joint so the most common side effect of a knee replacement is infection, and some times clots, not the same with knee manipulatiion. Take care!

In 2001, after seven surgeries on my knee I underwent a total knee replacement. For about two years I was pain free, and got around very well. Then the pain, worse than before the replacement began, I had surgery to remove an infected bursa, then several other authroscopic surgeries to clean out the knee of scar tissue. About two years ago the pain got so bad I had to stop working. I was put on 300mg morphine daily, and some day's the pain was so bad I could not walk.

my husband had a knee replacement and he found walking helped a lot you want to keep the joint fluid.. also swimming is very good for no stress. ice and Motrin if you can tolerate it.. Congrats on the new knee :) it made such a difference for my husband. take care.

Hi thanks for your reply to my question regarding the clunk in my knee joint replacement, it set my mind at ease Thanks once again.

My main question is about knee replacement since I have been disgnosed with RA.My biggest concern is in your opinion is knee replacement necesssary?

what is the average length of rehab therapy after total knee replacement? This discussion is related to <a href='http://www.medhelp.org/posts/show/227286'>On-going Pain after Knee replacement surgery</a>.

However, when I showed my right knee last month this year I was told that I need full knee replacement. The surgeon recommended Otisknee replacement procedure. Is it possible that my right knee can deteriorate in onr year to have full replacemnt as opposed to partial. What are the reports on Otisknee replacement procedure. What are the pros & cons of partial replacement versus full replacement.

m only 46) and having some other health issues (lupus, fibromyalgia, asthma), he would strongly suggest going with a total knee FUSION as opposed to a total knee REPLACEMENT. He said that because I am relatively young (although I don't feel young most days) and have the autimmune problems, there is an increased chance that a knee replacement would not last very long for me and would have to be done at least one more time, if not several times.

On September 7/12 I received a total knee replacement of my left knee. I suffer from severe osteoarthrits and am only 59 years of age. I previously had shoulder replacements in 2008 and 2010 respectively. My right knee is scheduled for replacement on March 25th of this year. My initial recovery from the left knee replacement was excellent. I was walking without a cane within 7 days, and no longer needed any medication stronger than ibupuprofen.

SINCE HAVING KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY IN MARCH 2009 I HAVE HAD SEVERE HEEL PAIN. NO ONE HAS FOUND THE CURE. THIS INCLUDES THE KNEE SURGEON, A PAIN DOCTOR, A FOOT DOCTOR AND A NEUROSURGEON.

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I would not advice you joint replacement at 48 yrs unless you have severe knee pain and disability to walk, etc.

You need to run some basic tests for rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, diabetes and hypothyroidism as all can cause multiple joint pains. Also, an X-ray and MRI of the knee joint will be helpful. Do discuss this with your doctor and get yourself examined. Take care! The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you.

I had a total knee replacement on my left knee two months ago. Just within the last three weeks, I have been having terrible muscle spasms during the night. I wake up screaming in pain. My knee is very sore after these spasms. What can I do to make these spasms go away. I am starting to be afraid to go to sleep! Thank you very much.

I heard from a lady at work that when you get a staph infection in a knee replacement, or any replaced joint, that you will always have staph dorment in it, and an injury or even stress can cause it to flair up again...does anyone know if this is true? I can't seem to get a straight answer from my doctor - I don't know why.

I had a total knee replacement in March 2011. All was going well then all of a sudden I started getting pain and a feeling that my knee was unsteady. I was tested for infection which was clear and had a scan which showed that the new joint was inflammed. Do you have any ideas what to do about it.

This would be a difficult question to answer without the relevant clinical details. A knee replacement is not preferred in young patients as the life of a knee replacement around 10-20 years (the newer devices last longer than the older ones). Though knee replacements are usually successful and help in regaining movements around the joint conservative management is preferred due to the risk associated with the replacement surgery and a possible re-replacement surgery.

I have also had it done when I had a total collapse of the knee and I was unable to get a replacement at that time. The doctor told me it would not work because I really didn't have a joint left and I didn't get much relief. But I received a cortisone shot about 6 weeks after my last synvisc injection and the difference was unbelievable. I could get out of bed and walk without having to wait a few minutes to get my knee working.

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