i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. it must be frustrating to go through a major surgery and then continue to experience pain issues. if your orthopedic surgeon suggested you get a second opinion i'd advise you to do just that. it's possible a different surgeon with different experience in joint replacement will be able to identify the source of your pain and treat it. a number of conditions could cause the pain you describe. if you have a fever (101f) nausea or feeling like you might be coming down with the flu i'd suggest you call your orthopedist as soon as possible as these may be signs of an infection. otherwise i'd suggest you get that second opinion. i hope you find relief soon!
i have had a left knee replacement using the zimmer flex lps and i have had nothing but pain in the knee and outside . the ortho said there is nothing wrong when he looked at my xray and said i should go for a second opinion. this replacement was done 6mo ago dec 6th. when going to the site for the brand of knee it has numerous issues posted by other patients. any other input would be appreciated.