Question 1

i have a rash on my leg after my knee surgery that took place december 20?

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See your surgeon: There can be several reasons for a rash following knee surgery.  Typically this is due to skin irritation, often from the surgical dressing.  Best to have your surgeon check it and allow them to assess the severity and treatment recommendations.

Question 2

should i be concerned about a speckled rash that is emanating from the site of my knee surgery?

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: Follow up with the Dr who did the surgery or your PCP. It could be an infection and might need antibiotics. It could also be a fungal infection which would need oral antifungals. Either way it should be visually examined by  a Dr for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Question 3

i had arthroscopic knee surgery on jan. 16 i have since developed a rash on my leg that hurts when pressure is applied to that area. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Leg rash: What part of leg has rash? Near the knee? Is it red & hot as well as tender? Any fever? See orthopedic surgeon who performed arthroscopy for evaluation to rule out joint infection or cellulitis at puncture sites.

Question 4

how do i prep for knee surgery?

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The best you can: The preparation for knee surgery will vary depending on the surgery. However in general, the stronger the leg the better the recovery. Therefore, a strengthening program from the core to the ankles would be helpful. In addition, flexibility or motion of the knee and hip is important. I also recommend having ice packs ready as they will help with pain management and swelling after surgery..

Question 5

what is the recovery timeline for knee surgery?

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6 weeks: Depending on what is done for surgery.  Typical return to normal activity from arthroscopic surgery is at maximum 6 weeks.  
Longer recovery is expected for ligamentous reconstruction, total knee replacement, etc.

Question 6

should i have knee surgery?  pros and cons? have had xrays.  nothing found.

Accepted Answer

Surgery : Surgery is best reserved for mechanical issues such as cartilage/meniscus tears, loose bodies, or ligament reconstruction/repair.  To determine whether these issues apply to you, often an MRI is needed.  If you are diagnosed only with arthritis/wear and tear, arthroscopic surgery is less reliable as a solution and you may be better off trying more conservative treatments such as injections, exercise/therapy, activity modification, bracing, etc.

Question 7

how is healing from shattered knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

It is very difficult: You said it is shattered knee, this means healing will be difficult and the scaring will be high and the result will be not as good.

Question 8

knee popping and locking after knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

See ur surgeon: There can be several reasons for your symptoms depending on your diagnosis which led to your surgery, other possible knee problems not addressed by surgery, and the type of surgery you had, along with post-op duration and course.  See your surgeon to re-evaluate your knee.

Question 9

how to remove internal knee surgery scarring?

Accepted Answer

Motion and therapy: Internal scar formation can occur after significant injury or surgery. If the scar formation cannot be overcome with standard motion and strengthening surgery (and perhaps local steroid injection), an arthrscopic lysis of adhesions may become warranted. Discuss options with your orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 10

are there any poses in bikram that should be avoided or altered if had knee surgery? if so which and how.

Accepted Answer

Yoga poses: I'd avoid poses that aggregate the knee too much. If the pose hurts, don't do it. It's hard to give too detailed information, i'm not sure exactly what you had done.

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I have a rash on my leg after my knee surgery that took place december 20?

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Should i be concerned about a speckled rash that is emanating from the site of my knee surgery?

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I had arthroscopic knee surgery on jan. 16 i have since developed a rash on my leg that hurts when pressure is applied to that area. should i worry?

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How do i prep for knee surgery?

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What is the recovery timeline for knee surgery?

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Should i have knee surgery? pros and cons? have had xrays. nothing found.

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How is healing from shattered knee surgery?

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Are there any poses in bikram that should be avoided or altered if had knee surgery? if so which and how.

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