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TKR swelling 9 weeks post-op
I am 9.5 weeks post-op for my second TKR. The first one was seven years ago and I had no issues with recovery. This time my recovery has been much harder due to swelling and arthrofibrosis. I had an MUA two weeks ago but my swelling and tightness have not improved and my range of motion is still very limited. I go to PT 3 times a week, do PT at home several times a day, and ice and elevate regularly. I've heard that Myofascial Release Therapy can be beneficial. Has anyone had success with MFR? I understand that healing takes time but I'm desperate to see some improvement however small. Thanks!
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I didn’t have cortisone shots in my right knee but I did try Hyaluronic acid injections and Platelet Rich Plasma injections. Both seemed to help to reduce the pain and increase the flexibility of that knee. I am watching for new non surgical developments in knee treatments.
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1 ReactionBelieve me I was my own advocate. Little did I know what was real healing and expectations. I am not an orthopedic surgeon. At my 6 week follow up I heard that a 90* bend was good enough.
Hell no!
This was a center of excellence team I researched and traveled to. I had interactions often via the MyChart with the staff. If it hadn’t been for my persistence and follow up with a second opinion, I would not have a functioning joint. We absolutely have to be advocates for ourselves.
As a healthcare professional myself, I have done this for others as well my entire career.
Too many variables to be experts for sure. Have to shout loud and clear for every aspect before and after surgery.