2007-03-20 15:36:29 · 4 answers · asked by Willie J. O 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
It would depend on the operation. But I think its very unlikely.
I had my knee reconstructed (ACL, MCL and meniscus) and there is a very small point below my knee on my shin that is still numb. No big deal.
2007-03-20 17:06:43 · answer #1 · answered by instig8 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what type of operation you have, and how well it goes. I had an ACL replacement a few years ago and unfortunately there were a few nerve losses that took place: I now have no feeling in the right side of my knee. So yes, it is possible, however most surgeons are very good at keeping everything intact when they do operations.
2007-03-20 22:45:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That could be a possiblity, but it is a pretty rare event. The risk would depend on the operaton you are getting done, the surgeon and how much you work on your recovery. There is always a possiblity that a nerve could be severed and that could lead to a loss of feeling. You could also not work enough for complete the healing process and cause a pinched nerve or swelling around the nerve which could limit feeling. More than likely you will be fine.
2007-03-20 22:45:34 · answer #3 · answered by Christopher L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope thats not true. The poor people with knee replacements, meniscal repair, ACL's etc. . . . can't feel anymore!! j/k People feel their legs again after surgery
2007-03-20 22:45:19 · answer #4 · answered by Cascade 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋