Knee Replacement: Causes, Factors, and Recovery for Limited Leg Extension
Inability to fully straighten the leg after knee replacement often results from post-surgical pain, swelling, muscle weakness, and scar tissue, all of...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedic Health
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ACL Rupture: Understanding Limited Knee Bending, Causes, and Rehabilitation
The inability to fully bend the knee after an ACL rupture is primarily due to acute swelling, pain, muscle guarding, and potential mechanical blocks, ...
By Hart
Hip Implants: Understanding Movement, Causes, Prevention, and Management
Despite being designed for stability, hip implants can experience various forms of movement, from subtle micromotion to complete dislocation, influenc...
By Jordan
Knee Replacement: Longevity, Long-Term Outcomes, and Maintenance After Two Decades
After 20 years, a knee replacement often continues to provide excellent function, but long-term wear, biological responses, and lifestyle factors may ...
By Hart
Shoulder Surgery for 70-Year-Olds: Conditions, Factors, and Recovery
The decision for a 70-year-old to undergo shoulder surgery is highly individualized, requiring a comprehensive evaluation of their overall health, act...
By Hart
MCL Surgery: Understanding the Medial Collateral Ligament, Procedures, and Recovery
MCL surgery refers to surgical procedures performed on the Medial Collateral Ligament of the knee, typically to repair or reconstruct it following an ...
By Alex
Arthroscopy Recovery: Timelines, Factors, and Rehabilitation
Recovery from arthroscopy is highly variable, ranging from a few weeks for minor procedures to several months or up to a year for complex repairs, con...
By Hart
Joint Injuries: Acute and Chronic Types, Causes, and Prevention
Joint injuries are broadly categorized into acute injuries resulting from sudden trauma and chronic overuse injuries that develop gradually over time ...
By Jordan
Hip Surgery: Understanding Leg Length Discrepancy and Management
Yes, a leg can feel or become longer after hip surgery, particularly total hip replacement, due to anatomical restoration, soft tissue tensioning for ...
By Jordan
