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Re: Stiffness and losing mobility in my Knee after full knee replacement
Posted By: JuneR
Date: Thursday, 26 August 2010, at 9:36 p.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
I haven't had a knee replacement, but I have had ACL reconstruction and a hip replacement. I've found that you really have to keep working on your strength and flexability for a long time after surgery. My surgeons told me to be sure and call them if I ever had any problems. If I were you, I would call the surgeon, and he will probably prescribe some physical therapy.
Good Luck, June R
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