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Is physio therapy after a complete knee joint replacement surgery imporant?

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Dr. Timothy Trainor answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Very important: Therapy is important after knee replacement in order to regain all of your range of motion and in order to work on strengthening the knee so that you can have a normal gait (walk normally without a limp.).

Answered 11/15/2017

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Dr. Jonathan Clabeaux answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

It's important: Hi, physical therapy after knee replacement is very important. Without it, there is a risk of developing adhesions from the scar tissue forming after surgery. This could limit the range of motion and even cause pain. Patients who do not participate in therapy, or do exercises on their own, run the risk of having poor range of motion following knee replacement.

Answered 2/19/2020

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