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Has anyone had a tight band feeling after total knee replacement?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Aug 11 6:49pm | Replies (811)Comment receiving replies
I too am having that feeling with each of my knees. Doctor Both times said it was a normal issue and would go away over time. I am close to 3 weeks out from knee number 2. Last knee was 8 months ago. Outpatient PT did massage and tissue release and while somewhat painful was really helpful. As I recall that tight feeling was gone by week 6. And I already feel it lessening with this knee. I hope this helps you feel less nervous about this. But by all means, keep your Doctor and PT informed so they can help. Good luck!
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@laureenaugust Hi there. Welcome to Connect. I think this issue of tightness around the knee after surgery is seldom so easily resolved. The massage and scar tissue release seems to have worked for your post TKR issues. Very often it is the build-up of scar tissue which is what happens when the fascia connects and prevents fluid movement. Thank you for your good wishes. Keep in touch and let us know how you make out with knee number 2 in a few weeks. We will be cheering for you.
May you be free and protected from inner and outer harm.
Chris