Hi, IMHO I wouldn't mess around with the burning of the nerves. What happens if they accidentally burn one and you lose all feeling in your lower leg and foot. I had both knees replaced at the same time when I was 42. The best decision I ever made. I was up walking the next day. I wish you all the best. Please keep us posted on what you decide.

Hugs & God Bless
Lisa

I too would go with knee replacement....how old are you as it makes a difference....hugs

I will be 50 in December. From what I understood on the mri report there are also some cysts. Which I read is common with this problem . So I think if I just get nerves burnt my knee could still lock up on me. I am going in to talk to Ortho doc again next month and get details on replacement. I will make decision after that.
Thanks for your replies.

Did you complete the series of injections? It should be three. My mom had them and had no relief until a month or so after the last one.

I would definately stay away from nerve burning. It won't fix the function of the knee, only the pain. Have you tried something like neurontin? That would also block the nerve pain which would give you an indication of how well a nerve burn would work.

I also would opt for the full knee replacement. I hope you feel better soon. Hugs!

Burning of nerves only prolongs the pain....If you have no cartridge left then I would go for the knee replacement. I have had nerves burnt....it helped but doctor told me the nerves will grow back 12-18 months later.

Having a major surgery is a big decision. You may want to talk to your PCP about it. If you have certain medical conditions, the general anesthesia and knee replacement itself predispose you to a higher chance of complications than lets say an average person with less than 3 minor medical issues. Many times TKR surgeries require post op blood transfusions and rehab.
Another question i would have is " if i develop post op infection, is my body ready to deal with the treatment? "

Nerve ablation also carries risks, but it is less difficult IMO than prosthesis and i completely agree - nerves grow back and on top of it, the damaged nerve can develop neuromas which are painful as hell.
It is definitely a difficult decision. Hope you get the answer and a good resolution to pain.

Definatly Go the RFTC route at 1st! (Radio Freq Thero Coagulation!) Burning of the nerves! There time to get the operation! I had it done several times, and was a blessing!
'Gentle hugs to all, n wish you a low pain day!!!

Hi. I have actually had one of my nerves dissected and for about 6 months it was great. I was numb but I had no pain. Then the nerve started growing back. I never regained feeling in that area but the pain was unbearable. The doc put me on prozac to curtail the pain and it has been working for 25 years. I am still numb but have no pain. I would think twice about having nerves burnt.