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Why is my knee and leg so tired from walking i just had knee surgery and the surgeon removed 15 to25 pieces of torn cartilage behind the kneecap.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Followup: Would followup with your surgeon to discuss. It may just be a normal part of your recovery. Physical therapy may be of some benefit. Your surgeon would best know if you are making appropriate recovery or not.

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 9/22/2017

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