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How To Regain Flexibility In The Knees After A Knee Surgery?

Hi Dr. I hope all is well with you today sir. I recently had knee surgery (approximately 3 months ago). I feel that I ve gotten back roughly 95% of my strength and flexibility back. I had a simple meniscus repair on the outer part of the left knee and a simple cartilage repair on the inner part of the left knee. I m pain free - for the most part. I ve been an avid martial arts practitioner all my life. I was planning to go back this evening and participate in some light sparring. I ve gotten the all clear from my orthopedic surgeon. I do notice that I ve lost a significant amount of flexibility post-surgery - mostly in my hamstrings. Do you have any recommendations re: exercises to help regain flexibility sir? Thank you in advance.
Thu, 22 Aug 2019
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Hello,

Major surgeries may affect the muscles and the structures in the knee and rehabilitation with physiotherapy may be needed to help the knee regain its proper function.

A physiotherapist can examine you and determine the proper exercises for you so the weakened structures are strengthened and regain function quickly.

I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General and Family Physician
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How To Regain Flexibility In The Knees After A Knee Surgery?

Hello, Major surgeries may affect the muscles and the structures in the knee and rehabilitation with physiotherapy may be needed to help the knee regain its proper function. A physiotherapist can examine you and determine the proper exercises for you so the weakened structures are strengthened and regain function quickly. I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General and Family Physician