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Has anyone had a tight band feeling after total knee replacement?
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I am 8 months post op and still have a tight band below the knee cap and it radiates out to the side. I was told it should go away after a year. Do you think that utilizing exercise machines at the Y causes this by putting stress on the joint?
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@sjot4u I would check with your orthopedist or your physical therapist about the exercises. I think some machines are off-limits and some are beneficial. As mentioned, all orthopedic doctors seem to love recumbent bikes.
@sierrashopper I'm surprised that the elliptical was not good. I don’t remember using it shortly after my TKR but I have been using it for quite a while now. I was told by both my doctor and physical therapist to absolutely not use the leg press!
That’s good to hear about chair yoga. I really wanted to do regular yoga, which did present difficulties getting up from the floor, and then I had an injury in July and now I don’t think I could possibly do it. Maybe I’ll try chair yoga.
JK