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

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Apr 25 5:43am | Replies (758)
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@scgraham

I’m at 4 years and still have it. Have tried every medically accepted procedure to alleviate it. Have never been officially told what it is, what caused it, etc. I think it’s just one of those side effects of surgery that happen to a very small percentage of patients.

I do have great range of motion and strength. So, have learned to be thankful for what worked well, and try not to think about what didn’t go well. That’s life.

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rickraleigh | @rickraleigh | Aug 8, 2021

It may be true for a substantial number of folks who have had a TKR.

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dduke | @dduke | Aug 8, 2021

I have had arthrofibrosis (scar tissue) and that tight band feeling for four years. Had an MUA (manipulation under anesthesia). That, along with intensive P.T. got me to 110 degrees for a week. Three months later had another MUA but with a scope. When the Dr. saw how much scar tissue was in there he performed lysis of adhesions. Again, daily P.T. for a month. It helped somewhat, but the knee is still not nearly what I would like. Maybe 90 degrees. Try to find an AF specialist in your area. Unfortunately, there does not seem to be a magical pill or surgery to help those of us with scarring.

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