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IT band syndrome after knee replacement
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Feb 20, 2023 | Replies (164)Comment receiving replies
Hello, I am new to this group and looking for other's experience with sudden pain on the lateral aspect just above the knee. I can feel the tendon slide or click over the bone. This happens without warning and is excruciating but lasts just a second. I am five weeks out of surgery. My PT says it is due to the IT band. Is there any solution besides rolling it or arthroscopy to release it?? I'm disheartened to say the least. Thank you for any comments.
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Hi @clvclv Welcome to Connect. I have had two TKRs but never had what you are experiencing. Actually I also didn't realize that the IT band extended to the knee, I thought it was just in the hip area.
I wish I could give you some advice but as I said my TKRs both had no problems except only getting to about 120 degrees flex, more or less.
Have you spoken to your orthopedic surgeon about it? If so what does he or she say? Most physical therapists are very good but I pretty much rely more on my doctor.
I will be interested in hearing what your orthopedist does have to say.
JK