{"id":1106,"date":"2010-02-06T09:05:00","date_gmt":"2010-02-06T09:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sinklaw.com\/2010\/02\/06\/what-to-ask-your-doctor-about-artificial-knee-fa\/"},"modified":"2024-05-08T00:04:18","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T04:04:18","slug":"what-to-ask-your-doctor-about-artificial-knee-implant-failure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sinklaw.com\/blog\/what-to-ask-your-doctor-about-artificial-knee-implant-failure\/","title":{"rendered":"Questions to Ask Doctor About Knee"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you suspect your knee implant has failed, you need to see a doctor immediately and address some questions to evaluate your knee. A doctor can evaluate your symptoms and determine if your knee is really failing. Questions you should ask include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Why does my knee feel painful and unstable? The knee implant might be releasing plastic debris or the knee is potentially loosening, resulting in build-up of fluids and reduced mobility.<\/li>\n<li>How long will my knee implant last? About 85% of artificial knee joints are still functioning after 20 years. Five years after surgery, if a joint malfunctions, and you haven&#8217;t experienced any traumas, it is most likely that your implant is defective.<\/li>\n<li>Which implant do I have? Before you get a second surgery due to a joint failure, it is necessary to know what type of implant you currently have. If the implant has a history of failing, this will allow your doctor to know what exactly went wrong, as well as provide information for seeking legal help.<\/li>\n<li>Is a second surgery required? Depending on your overall health and the condition of the implant, there is a possibility. If plastic debris are shedding off the implant, for example, you&#8217;ll need the implant taken out.<\/li>\n<li>What is the knee revision surgery like? The procedure is more difficult. Scar tissue may result, as well as bone loss causing stiffness and long-term immobility. The failed implant must be removed and bones cleaned of fixative materials. The second knee will not be anchored as thoroughly due to bone loss.<\/li>\n<li>Should I seek legal help? If joint failure is the result of a defect, it is absolutely necessary to seek legal counsel. Make sure you do not sign anything or surrender the prosthetic. You are entitled to compensation because you will likely face future mobility problems.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>As a South Carolina knee recall lawyer, I highly advise asking your doctor these questions if you have any doubts and seek legal counsel, should you require one in the Zimmer NexGen CR-Flex knee lawsuit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you suspect your knee implant has failed, you need to see a doctor immediately and address some questions to evaluate your 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