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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
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If you best take cryotherapy more help full ......
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Avoid sitting Cross legged.
Contrast Fomentation (Hot and Cold).
Quadriceps strengthening exercises-
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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..
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Dr. Aditya (PT)
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14 yrs exp
Delhi
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.
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