I have no cartilage, or at least an missing a good deal of cartilage in my left knee. Getting tired of the pain.

Edit: Thanks everyone for your responses!

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[–] 37 points 18 hours ago (4 children)

Had cortisone, collagen, platelet rich plasma and something else I forgot. All offered varying degrees of temporary relief (2 or so months) Knee replacement has given years of pain relief. No running or court sports (tennis, basketball with stop/start cutting) but returned to backpacking and skiing in 6 months, ice hockey and rock climbing after a full year. (No bouldering, can't risk landing even with crash pads). Occasionally have to ice for stiffness but pain is gone.

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  • [–] 12 points 18 hours ago (2 children)

    Because there are no sensors in the replacement.

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  • [–] 16 points 16 hours ago

    I don't know about sensors but nerves still register pain, my dom physical therapist tested that. Safe word was co-pay ; ) More accurately, after recovery and rebuilding muscle support, no pain. Pre-hab was vital as well.

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