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Does anyone know how to stop or manage pain in the knee? My mom is 93 and her knee has no cartlige. Dr. says she needs a knee replacement but advises against it because she is too old and she would not survive the surgery. He has her on perkacet and pain patches but when she is on her feet she cries with the pain. She is okay as long as she is sitting still but at soon as she stands up she can't hardly bear it. The pain medication is only temporary but every morning she gets up she is crying with the pain and every time she gets up to use the bathroom she just hollers. It is tearing me up seeing her in such pain and it makes me cringe every time I watch her. She does have a power chair but she has a small bathroom and bedroom and her chair will not turn around in the small rooms. The Dr. says she needs to walk as much as possible but with every step she is crying with pain. Is there any relief for this elderly lady?