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sharonj45
sharonj45

Does anybody have problems with their knees bunching up.

The best way I can describe it is like clenching a fist.

I've not had any surgery as of yet but have been told that I will need some in the future.

Any ideas what this could be would be appreciated

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  • cheryl90571
    cheryl90571 sharonj45

    Posted

    Is it like a cramp?

    Does it feel like a spasm?

    Try stretching and holding each stretch. You can put one foot up on a step then leaning into the stretch while holding onto the railing. Another great help for me is standing at the kitchen sink, holding onto the counter and then rising up onto the toes. I hold this a bit then go back down.

    I do virtually all stretches/ exercises in bare feet so that I can feel every movement. It helps me focus on each part of my legs and feet.

    I bet these and other stretches will help you!

    (TKRs June and October 2015)

    • sharonj45
      sharonj45 cheryl90571

      Posted

      Thanks Cheryl I find the only way to release the pressure is to stop walking but the problem is that I seem to have to stop much more recently
    • cheryl90571
      cheryl90571 sharonj45

      Posted

      Maybe x-rays would provide some answers for you. There also may be some additional issues that can be attended to that will help.

      Let us know how things go, OK?

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