Using moisturizer on knee

Posted by doll53 @doll53, Sep 5, 2023

I’m 8 weeks out from TKR. I have no scabs on my incision. At 3 weeks my doctor told me not to put any lotions ON the incision. My skin is so dry I’m wondering if it’s ok to rub some Cetaphil on my knee and over the scar. It sometimes feels like my skin is going to rip open. I know it’s not, but feel like some moisturizer would make it more supple. Think that’s ok?

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budisnothome | @budisnothome | Jan 14 7:01am

J have had both knees done several times. I use Maderma night cream on the scar. All of mine took a long time to look better. Massage the scars to help them not stick to underneath tissues. PT can show you how and move knee cap.

daostas53 | @daostas53 | Jan 15 12:34pm

I had TKR 6 weeks ago and needed to wear compression socks to help the swelling. Those added considerably to my leg-dryness. I was told to be cautious about the kinds of moisturizer—no lanolin—because that can weaken the compression. I have been using CeraVe on my calf—avoiding the scar altogether. I’ve gotten relief without jeopardizing either the incision site or the socks. You could ask your doctor or nurse about that.