17 weeks post tkr

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Hi. I am 17weeks post TKR and have physio and exercise. however my knee is still stiff, i saw my consultant recently and he said it was fine, my movement is ok i just need to build up the muscles.

i cant see that it will ever improve. Any one else had this or going through the same.

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    takes time after surgery to heal and get range of motion back. it takes 6-8 months to effectively regain full use and motion.

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