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After acl surgery

2018-08-02 16:32:27
After ACL surgery stitches to be opened on 21 days as per advise. Then advised to use walkers. So shall I use the knee immobilizer brace or without it. I ve a hinged knee brace too. Is it required or not. If yes which one exactly and for how many days.plz advice
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Always use immobilislzer brace while walking While exercisig can open brace. If using hinged brace lock it in 0 degree while walking. Unlock when exercising.. I suggest brace for 6 weeks.

Answered2018-08-02 16:37:20

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