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A member asked:
Is surgery the only option for arthrofibrosis of the knee? i did have surgery about 1 year ago and now my knee has become frozen unable to straighten
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Possibly.: There is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent called a Medrol (methylprednisolone) Dosepak. Your doctor may try a one time prescription, to see if it reduces enough inflammation to improve you. If not, you may require repeat surgery.
Answered 5/24/2015
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