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Is it possible to go back to work the same day after arthroscopic knee surgery?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Knee surgery: Anything is possible. However, it's better not to stress the knee and to allow some healing instead of aggravating the knee by returning to work -so no you should not return to work until instructed by your surgeon.

Dr Choueka agreed

Answered 7/10/2012

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