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Did Physiotherapy For A Dislocated Knee. Not Able To Extend The Knee. How Long Will It Take To Recover?
Hi, I dislocated my right knee on 12/26/12. I was seen in Urgent Care and had xrays. I have been in Physical therapy once a week since my injury and will be following up with the orthopedic surgeon in 2 weeks. I have made great progress in PT but I am still unable to fully extend my knee. I walk with a limp because of the leg discrepancy and I am still unable to do many of my previous activities like running, motorcycle riding, walking long distances without my knee "giviging out", or "locking" with pain. I am not sure how much damage was done as a result of my injury but it seems to be more than just a simple dislocation....?
Mon, 8 Jul 2013
Hi,
It seems that there might be some ligamental and maniscus injury giving discomfort for long time.
Continue with physiotherapy.
Do Patellar exercise for 10 minutes, 2-3 times a day.
Avoid squatting position or cross legs.
Do not sit on foot.
Ok and take care.
It seems that there might be some ligamental and maniscus injury giving discomfort for long time.
Continue with physiotherapy.
Do Patellar exercise for 10 minutes, 2-3 times a day.
Avoid squatting position or cross legs.
Do not sit on foot.
Ok and take care.
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