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Got my leg cast for almost 7 weeks. after it was removed i cant straighten my knee. it feels like ite already straigthen but its not. and i can only bend it 90?

Q: got my leg cast for almost 7 weeks. after it was removed i cant straighten my knee. it feels like ite already straigthen but its not. and i can only bend it 90?

: Contact your orthopedic surgeon, and get this addressed ASAP. There are home devices to assist, and physical therapy may be an excellent option, but first get this examined to exclude any unusual complications.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Contact your orthopedic surgeon, and get this addressed ASAP. There are home devices to assist, and physical therapy may be an excellent option, but first get this examined to exclude any unusual complications.

Dr Pasniciuc agreed

Answered 9/25/2022

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A member asked:

Got my leg cast for almost 7 weeks. after it was removed i cant straighten my knee. it feels like ite already straigthen but its not. and i can only bend it 90?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Pasniciuc agreed

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