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What could cause knee to not track after 1 yr after tkr? bending for long periods or sleeping on side causes difficulty moving/straightening knee.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be checked: There are a number of possible causes, and i would encourage you be checked. An exam and x-ray can usually detect the cause. It is usually either device related or more soft tissue related. Thank you.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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