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Could u know how long it would take to recover from surgery for chondromalacia, or runners knee?

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It depends.: Depends on exactly what is done. Most recoveries are 2-3 months. But there are some procedures that require 6 months for full recovery. Ask your surgeon for the specifics of his/her rehabilitation protocol.

Answered 1/5/2014

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