I had a left Total Hip Replacement (THR) 8 weeks ago and am very pleased with the results; walking and normal activities are ok & pain level zero. I had a right Total Knee Replacement (TKR) 13 months ago by a different surgeon and still have pain & stiffness which causes me to limp. The knee skin temperature is 35°C compared to my right knee 31°C and there is still signs of swelling in the knee cap area. My present surgeon has taken new X-rays and I am to see him soon to see if there is a problem and if he can help me. I hope this info is helpful.

D Austin

My age is 76, and am due to have a total knee replacement, I have seen the orthopaedic surgeon, and as I am being treated with Voltarin, and coping fairly well, I am hesitant to have the operation, I am so thankful, that I have private health care, to use when the time comes. And a good surgeon, and hospital.

M Rowland

I think more needs to be done to provide transparency in costs. Surgeons and specialists and the hospitals are providing estimates. The subsequent flow of bills from pathologists, anaesthetists and X-Ray etc. The gaps are still too high and also unpredictable.

J Ligato