- female
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've had worsening knee pain for 5 years and X-rays show my cartilage is worn out on both sides. Physiotherapy didn't help much and my ortho doc recommends total knee replacement. Right now I'm trying Ayurvedic Sandhi Suddha oil and New Zealand mussels - are there any other options besides surgery that could work for me
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Yes, several non-surgical options can be considered before or instead of total knee replacement, including physical therapy, injections (steroids, hyaluronic acid, PRP), and potentially even cartilage repair procedures. The success of these options will depend on your individual condition, the severity of the cartilage damage, and your overall health
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