Knee Replacement: Understanding Back-of-Leg Pain and Complications
Back-of-leg pain after knee replacement is common, often due to surgical trauma, swelling, and altered biomechanics, but persistent or severe symptoms...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedic Surgery & Recovery
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Knee Replacement Pain: What to Expect During Recovery and Beyond
Yes, a new knee (total knee arthroplasty) is typically painful, particularly immediately after surgery and during initial rehabilitation, as the body ...
By Jordan
Bankart Repair: Movements, Activities, and Precautions to Avoid for Optimal Recovery
After Bankart repair, it is crucial to avoid specific movements like external rotation and abduction, premature weight-bearing, impact activities, and...
By Hart
Hip Replacement: Understanding Difficulty Lifting Your Leg and Recovery
Difficulty lifting your leg after hip replacement is common due to surgical trauma, post-operative pain and swelling, muscle weakness from disuse and ...
By Alex
Meniscus Surgery: Understanding Pain, Recovery, and Long-Term Outlook
Meniscus surgery involves a temporary period of acute pain, particularly post-operatively, which is effectively managed with anesthesia, medication, a...
By Alex
Reverse Shoulder Surgery: Post-Operative Restrictions, Recovery, and Long-Term Care
After reverse shoulder surgery, patients must adhere to strict initial and progressively eased restrictions on movement, lifting, and activities to pr...
By Hart
Reverse Shoulder Replacement: Understanding Exercises to Avoid for Safe Recovery
To prevent dislocation and protect the implant after reverse shoulder replacement, patients must strictly avoid specific movements like overhead press...
By Alex
Arthroscopic Knee Surgery: Walking Timeline, Recovery Phases, and Rehabilitation
The timeline for walking after arthroscopic knee surgery varies widely based on the specific procedure and individual factors, ranging from partial we...
By Jordan
Total Knee Replacement: Hardest Days, Recovery Timeline, and Coping Strategies
The initial days and weeks following total knee replacement surgery, particularly days 3 to 7, are typically the most challenging due to acute pain, s...
By Jordan
