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Has anyone had a tight band feeling after total knee replacement?

Posted by mhort1213 @mhort1213, Feb 28, 2019

I am 8 weeks post TKR and have had this very tight band around my knee since week one. My Dr at 6 wks says it is normal and will go away. Has anyone else had this and did it go away and when?

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
In reply to @suewilliamaon "I’m 4 months post TKR a right one...I had a tight band immediately after all around..." + (show)
@suewilliamaon

I’m 4 months post TKR a right one...I had a tight band immediately after all around my ankle,and toes...no change ever. Also Tight from ankle up the front on leg to knee which I guess is normal. Just had tests which conclude not nerve damage from knee. MRI next week on my back. Rather depressing.Not easy for others to comprehend, but constant discomfort.

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I can understand completely bc I experience the same thing. I am 11 mos out of surgery and I can tell you that the intense feeling of tightness and pressure has not gone away but it is a bit less intense at this point. I am remaining hopeful it will continue to improve. I am grateful I can walk without pain but if overdone, it will feel more tight for a couple more days.
If you find from spinal mri that there is a connection to what you and I are experiencing,,
I hope you will post for others consideration.
Peace and Blessings

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
In reply to @judybearden1 "I have the same thing. I describe it as equal to the tourniquet used when they..." + (show)
@judybearden1

I have the same thing. I describe it as equal to the tourniquet used when they draw blood. I did go to a PT that has at least heard about this symptom. She performed myofascial release for 6 months twice a week. It would feel better when I left but then it would tighten up again after a couple hours. I wish there was a doctor on here that could at least provide some type of explanation.

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Be patient. If mfr gave relief even momentarily, this is a lead to understanding the healing process. How long are you post tkr? I am 11 months out and about a month ago notice a bit less of that tight pressure and band feeling in the lower leg.
Too bad most Drs. Dont get taught about all the aspects that surgery interrupts with soft tissue recovery.
Don't give up hope and consider continuing with MFR with knowledgable therapist.
Hope this helps.

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
In reply to @autp17 "I have problems with my right IT Band after my TKR. Nothing has helped. One day..." + (show)
@autp17

I have problems with my right IT Band after my TKR. Nothing has helped. One day I can go up 20 stairs and the next a few. I still can't go down any stairs even an inch high.

Sorry you are having problems.

Thanks,
Terri

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How long has it been since surgery?
I am now 11 mos out and just now am noticing minute improvements. Dont do any drastic intervention until sufficient healing time has resulted. My Dr said 12-18 mos is not out of the realm of ordinary. Have you had any recommendations for increased B vitamins to facilitate nerve healing? Research that possibility.
Best wishes

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
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@stp258

No, it is like a 4 inch wide taut resistance band around the entire knee. I have good ROM, but very annoying.

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Dont give up. Soft tissue Healing takes a lot of tume for many individuals. I am 11 mos out and just now am realizing less band tightness

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glokart1957 | @glokart1957 | Dec 24, 2020
In reply to @ruthannejoan "Dont give up. Soft tissue Healing takes a lot of tume for many individuals. I am..." + (show)
@ruthannejoan

Dont give up. Soft tissue Healing takes a lot of tume for many individuals. I am 11 mos out and just now am realizing less band tightness

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Thank you. I guess I just need more patience.

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suewilliamaon | @suewilliamaon | Dec 24, 2020
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@ruthannejoan

I can understand completely bc I experience the same thing. I am 11 mos out of surgery and I can tell you that the intense feeling of tightness and pressure has not gone away but it is a bit less intense at this point. I am remaining hopeful it will continue to improve. I am grateful I can walk without pain but if overdone, it will feel more tight for a couple more days.
If you find from spinal mri that there is a connection to what you and I are experiencing,,
I hope you will post for others consideration.
Peace and Blessings

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It is comforting in some way to know there are others out there that can understand how we are feeling! I too am very grateful to no pain in my knee now, and trust and pray new year and time will give some improvement to the rest of my problems and for others, I will certainly post any positive results from MRI, wishing you a happy Christmas.

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
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@glokart1957

Thank you. I guess I just need more patience.

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Yes, it does. Be patient and vigilant for any changes

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ruthannejoan | @ruthannejoan | Dec 24, 2020
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@suewilliamaon

It is comforting in some way to know there are others out there that can understand how we are feeling! I too am very grateful to no pain in my knee now, and trust and pray new year and time will give some improvement to the rest of my problems and for others, I will certainly post any positive results from MRI, wishing you a happy Christmas.

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Good. Be glad to receive information

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Chris Trout, Volunteer Mentor | @artscaping | Dec 24, 2020
In reply to @ruthannejoan "Be patient. If mfr gave relief even momentarily, this is a lead to understanding the healing..." + (show)
@ruthannejoan

Be patient. If mfr gave relief even momentarily, this is a lead to understanding the healing process. How long are you post tkr? I am 11 months out and about a month ago notice a bit less of that tight pressure and band feeling in the lower leg.
Too bad most Drs. Dont get taught about all the aspects that surgery interrupts with soft tissue recovery.
Don't give up hope and consider continuing with MFR with knowledgable therapist.
Hope this helps.

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Hi there @ruthannejoan and @judybearden1, Good words, and recommendations for the TKR healing process. It is not a bad idea to consider MFR with an Expert therapist for quite a few of our recovery issues. I still have my knee checked every week for any cysts or fascia restrictions and it has been at least 5 years.

May you be free of suffering and the causes of suffering.
Chris

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glokart1957 | @glokart1957 | Dec 24, 2020

Please explain what MFR is? This is all kinda new to me. thank you.

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