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Subject:		Knee Fusion
Name:		Fred Kerr
Date Posted:		Jan 17, 08 - 4:44 AM
Email:		fred.kerr@covance.com
Instant Messenger:		whizkid941
Message:		I have had 4 TKR of my left knee begining in Jan '05 with the last procedure on 10-30-07. I have a flexion contracture which is now frozen at 25 degrees extension and it is very painful. My surgeon is suggesting that I have a fusion, which he states will allow me to walk better and there will be much less pain. I was wondering if there is anyone that has expereinced this could me some pointers and if the doctor's statement is accurate. I'm just so skeptical after all the failed replacements.

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