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After mcl surgery, can i bend my knee right away, or is it still stiff and hurts when i bend it?
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It will: Be stiff and sore when you bend it for a while.
Answered 8/27/2016
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Weeks: It could be weeks before you get full range of motion back but you will want to exercise it.
Answered 9/12/2013
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