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"Bilateral" means both the knees are concerned. "replacement" probably means a prothesis will be put instead of the bone and flesh knee. To elaborate on above answer bilateral knee replacement is a surgical procedure where in knee replacement surgeon replaces both arthritic knees of patients in a same hospitalization period.
yes, they will cover a bilateral knee replacement if the doctor's documentation shows that both knees need replacement.
I had bilateral knee replacent surgery three months ago. I have not been able to increase the range of motion beyond 95 degrees. I exercise daily on a stationary bike and a rowing machine. Swelling is almost gone.
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I would suggest you contact some experienced surgeon now. We refer our patients to a trained Knee Surgeons only.
you had a tkr done by a dodgy surgeon and he did not do it properly, that's why you are suffering, just like me, now awaiting a revision.
B/L Knee means Bilateral knees, i guess
The attune knee replacement is the newest innovated, type of knee replacement. The attune knee replacement is so good that is provides more mobility and it eases the unstable feeling most all patients have with any other type of knee replacement.
How can I find what knee replacement was used for my surgery?
A knee replacement is supposed to relieve you from pain and perhaps help you return to your routine work in a short period, but efforts are required to completely get back on your feet. A well-trained physiotherapist can help you regarding this matter.
Will Medicare pay for a second knee replacement on the same knee?
water on the knee, torn cartilage, arthritis, these are just a few of the causes.