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After arthroscopy of the knee, how long is it normal for swelling to remain?

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7 days: 7-10 days is normal.

Answered 1/28/2012

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Dr. Bradley Butkovich answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Typically 3-4 weeks: Depending on how much surgery you had. The quicker you get your knee moving and the quad firing (strengthened) the swelling you should have. It varies in everybody though and can last up to a month or two.

Answered 2/25/2013

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