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Re: Stiffness and losing mobility in my Knee after full knee replacement
Posted By: SueBW
Date: Monday, 16 August 2010, at 8:05 a.m.
In Response To: Stiffness and losing mobility in my Knee after full knee replacement (Pat1369)
> Hello,
> I was refered to this board by a friend who has posted
> questions regarding his previous knee injuries, and has
> always received great information.
> I've had ongoing problems with my knees for 30 years which
> lead to severe ostheoarthritis. As a result 1 1/2 years ago
> I had a total knee replacement done on my right knee.
> Initially the rehab went well and I had no real problems
> with my knee. I was relieved after years of pain to finally
> have a functioning pain free knee. Within the last 3 months
> I've begun having problems with the replaced knee. I'm
> experiencing stiffness and loss of mobility of the joint.
> Often times when my knee feels this way I stretch my
> muscles and joint area and it will feel better for a day or
> two.
> What could be causing this to happen? Is there anything in
> terms of a physio program I should be following? Could the
> sensation I'm feeling be a total failure of my replaced
> joint?
> Thank you in advance for any information you may all have
> to share with me.
> Pat
Pat,
Please see your surgeon regarding your problems. At our Center, we would take x-rays to determine if a portion of the prosthesis has loosened. You may have developed some scar tissue in the joint that is just now bothering you - but only your surgeon can make that determination. Good luck,
SueBW
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