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DiscussionHas anyone had a tight band feeling after total knee replacement?
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Replies to "I am 18 months post LTKR and 8 weeks post RTKR. Left is still very painful..."
18 months is long enough. Get a second opinion.
And talk with a physical therapist, specifically for ways to stretch the illio tibial band (ITB). It can be tough to stretch. I stand straight, knees locked, and cross one foot over the other, both feet flat on the floor. Bend down as far as you can and you should feel a stretch in the ITB of the leg that is not crossed. Do it for both sides.
All the best!
Joe