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A member asked:

Why can't i flex my knee i had meniscus repair after 3 weeks of surgery? when will i be able to gain flexibility?

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PT evaluation: may be necessary to answer and deopends of scarring and the extent of your surgery.

Dr Cannon agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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