A member asked:

I had a total knee replacement. i had two manipulations under anesthesia which worked for me. but i still can't bendor straighten my left leg. what should i do?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Manipulation: Likely scar formation with synovitis. May be related to effort, motivation, muscle inhibition, implant positioning, effusion, loosening, among others.

Answered 12/18/2018

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Talk to MD: If you still cannot bend your knee after two manipulations under anesthesia you need to talk to your surgeon.

Answered 4/24/2015

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See ortho: If you are still not better after two muas then you need to be re-evaluated by your orthopedist.

Answered 8/14/2013

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