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Kevin Shaha
Distance running was an integral part of Kevin Shaha's early life. Due to the chronic pain he was experiencing, he switched to cycling. He continued cycling until his quality of life began to deteriorate. As Kevin states, "My legs were becoming extremely bowed, and I could only walk for 5 to 10 minutes before the pain set in. I had pain while I slept, and my life in general was being compromised by two painful knees that hurt with every step."
Kevin spent the next five years researching treatment options and trying everything to relieve the pain. He went to four different orthopedic surgeons all whom suggested he have either a full or partial knee replacement on both knees. "Most suggested full knee replacements as they didn't have a lot of experience with a partial knee or didn't believe the research showing how effective they were. I went with the Oxford® knee after speaking with surgeons I respected and hearing feedback from patients. They were beginning to switch to the Oxford® Partial Knee, so my next step was to find a surgeon."
After extensive research on surgeons, Kevin found a surgeon and had the medial portion of his right and left knees replaced with the Oxford® Partial Knee. He stayed in the hospital for two days and then went to a friend's home for four days, and then flew home to Idaho. "Within 14 days I was walking unassisted quite adeptly. I kept up my two hours a day of physical therapy for over two months, which I can't stress enough to get a full range of motion back and get your new knees working as they should."
Kevin's walking is unlimited now, and he trains on the elliptical for 45 minutes a day. "I don't even notice my knees anymore. I was aware of the pain or instability of every step prior to my surgery. My new knees gave me back the things I love to do."
This article is meant solely as a human interest story and is not meant to constitute medical advice.
Not all patients are candidates for partial knee replacement. Only your orthopedic surgeon can tell you if you're a candidate for joint replacement surgery, and if so, which implant is right for your specific needs. You should discuss your condition and treatment options with your surgeon. The Oxford® Meniscal Partial Knee is intended for use in individuals with osteoarthritis or avascular necrosis limited to the medial compartment of the knee and is intended to be implanted with bone cement. The Oxford® partial knee is contraindicated for lateral compartment use. Potential risks include, but are not limited to, loosening, dislocation, fracture, wear, and infection, any of which can require additional surgery. For additional information on the Oxford® knee, including risks and warnings, talk to your surgeon and visit Biomet.com.
While the patient in this story is a true recipient of the Oxford® Partial knee, his/her results are not necessarily typical, indicative, or representative of all Oxford® Partial knee patients. The Oxford® Partial knee has been used successfully in achieving restored mobility to many patients. However, as with any implanted device, there are factors affecting performance which ultimately result in variable outcomes, including levels of mobility and pain. These factors include, but are not limited to, the patient’s pre and post-operative health conditions, weight, activity level, and adherence to instructions regarding the use of the implant(s). Due to these variables, it is not possible to predict specific results or patient satisfaction.
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