Psatyanarayana

2018-08-27 07:19:39
Tkr done June 8/6/2018,but let leg is not flexing 100% only flexing up to 80% what can I do pl give me advise
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Your physiotherapist and the orthopaedic should discuss the same as exercises only will help

Answered2018-08-29 14:36:27

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If you best take cryotherapy more help full ......

Answered2018-08-27 14:14:37

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Avoid sitting Cross legged. Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold). Quadriceps strengthening exercises-

Answered2018-08-27 11:36:14

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Hi.., continue  supervised physiotherapy weekly 3-4 times.., improvement in flexion will occur.. Also post tkr.., don't expect 100% flexion.. focus more on strengthening.. Tc..

Answered2018-08-27 07:49:33

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Percentage of knee flexion after TKR depends on type of implant and surgery... consult with your surgeon and visit a qualified physiotherapist.
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work on improving anterior thigh muscle's strength and posterior thigh muscles & calf stretching.
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visit a qualified physiotherapist.

Answered2018-08-27 14:04:19

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