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Why Is My Knee Swollen After A Healthy Recovery From ACL Reconstruction 8 Months Ago?
Hi, I had an ACL reconstruction eight months ago and everything was progressing very well. I am a cyclist and had returned to training on the bike with no problems. All my rehab had gone well without any problems. However, two weeks ago, after finishing a training ride, my knee became swollen and has remained so. I ve been icing it but there has been no reduction in the swelling. There is no pain and range of motion is OK, (I have full extension and most of the bend, maybe 80%. The swelling is restricting it a bit). Any ideas? Many thanks Kenny
Thu, 2 Feb 2017
Hi kenny,
Since you don't have any pain and ranges are good and can walk comfortably then there is a possibility of over exerting your knee joint.
Taking rest with wearing a knee cap along with icing will reduce the swelling (will take few days).
Hope this helps,
Thank you
Since you don't have any pain and ranges are good and can walk comfortably then there is a possibility of over exerting your knee joint.
Taking rest with wearing a knee cap along with icing will reduce the swelling (will take few days).
Hope this helps,
Thank you
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