Stiffness After Total Knee Replacement: is it normal?

Stiffness is very common after a total knee replacement. This video explains how to improve the stiffness and where it comes from.
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[@deplorabledeb2615]

Without a doubt this is the best and most encouraging video I have seen. My total knee replacement was December 27 . At this moment I am sitting in my bed with tears in my eyes wondering why my knee is so swollen and I feel as if I have lost all the progress I was making. Yesterday because I was feeling bad that my husband wanted to get out of the house I agreed to go out and shop with him. After going to the bank, Aldi, the library, Marshall’s, and an hour in Kroger I couldn’t figure out why my entire leg was in so much pain. I’m not saying this to blame my husband I’m saying this to let this be a lesson to stop trying to please others because you’re starting to feel like a burden. I need to start respecting my limitations during the healing process. Thank you for a great video.

[@lustefek2889]

I am going thru the same as you. My surgery was November, 2022. I still can’t bend my leg back and have such pain. Has anything helped you?

[@robynbeckman7245]

I had mine on Jan. 9th and the tightness and stinging are causing a lot of pain and anxiety. They won't let me take any more pain meds after today. I do all the PT and exercises, icing and Elevating. I can only sleep on my back in one position which makes it hard to sleep. I was losing hope and feeling very discouraged. This video helped

[@jimratti3949]

Keep up with the PT, I promise a little pain now is sooo worth it to get the mobility back. Also like you mentioned, take your time and know your going to get frustrated. I'm 6 months post and still get frustrated. I walk at my own pace and if others in the group want to walk faster... go for it, I'll see you when I get there! Also ice, ice and more ice! I finally stopped using my ice machine after about 4 months

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Deb please check my website for guidance. I have courses on there that will help you. You’ll want to look at this one www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

[@belindathomas6962]

I had mine on Dec 15,2022 it stiff and tight want bend l walk with a lump still on cane. Got to get it manipulation .

[@jackiefawcett2753]

I am so pleased i came across this video,i was thinking i had done something wrong,but this reassured me. Its been 4 weeks 15/12/23. Unfortunately i have got an infection so i am on antibiotics 😢. I retired last September,i never thought i would feel so low at my time of life. But brighter days are on the horizon 😊❤🇬🇧

[@athenabradshaw5913]

Just had my surgery on 1/12/24 thank you for this video. Patience not my virtue and I thought I was alone. Thank you for this video

[@barrysmith8193]

I am 76, going to have surgery in about a month, and I’m doing my due diligence as to what to expect. A minor complication foreseen is that I am deaf. Your posting with the narrative shown while you speak is very beneficial for me and perhaps more since knee surgery seems prevalent in seniors and many seniors are also deaf. Many thanks.

[@johnflores5191]

Dr. Smith, you were spot on. I'm a few weeks shy of 1 year post op and am 67 years old. I'm a very active senior, so the idea of exercising during recovery was something I didn't have to fight or wrestle with. There were moments during the 1st several months I thought I made a bad decision and would be a cripple (pain, stiffness, muscle weakness, etc.). Then one day, around the 6th or 7th month things changed. My knee is virtually pain free by and large, for the most part feels normal, and much stronger than prior to surgery. It took nearly a full year to get to this point. Thank you for sharing as people need to know this surgery is very painful and has a subsequent long recovery.

[@ronlewald9752]

Left TKR on 7 5 23 ...today is 11 6 23 . .that 4 months and my Dr said every surgery is different .... cuz the one 3 years ago was a breeze ( I think) ... my only fear is that unbreakable scar tissue will develop as I move into month 5 ... Dr , if you read these comments, know that I'm at 120° + 1 or 2 °& I am resigned to the fact that my heels will never touch my butt again ....is that an OK future expectation ???

[@irenekyle991]

The video was very good I am just 6months into my surgery and still very stiff and sore was worried about this as bending knee only 90 degrees but was told still room fr improvement thought because I was so fit fr my 70 yrs old I would have been healing quicker I used to walk 10 miles every day in walking club can't wait to get back I have increased my exercises and my ankle is stiff and sore as well I an walking every day 2 to 3 miles your video has given me hope that there is still time to get more bend In the knee

[@kbbowman8654]

That’s super encouraging.. I’m a fitness instructor and am 67.. a dancer so this has truly done a number on my psyche too! Thanks for the post!

[@psfgtech]

The more videos i see, the more im convincing myself not to get surgery, ill wear a knee brace the rest of my life. I can hit the gym twice a week and get walk and do bike cardio, but im in pain. But, im glad i saw you here

[@helenblockeradams]

What a unique explanation of how your knee responds to the metal/plastic in our body.

[@geethamadhusudan7335]

Great video, gave me so much hope. The stiffness is worst when you wake in the morning.

[@thelittleladyrona1982]

I agree. Dr. Smith answered the question perfectly. Each time I go shopping the knee stiffness comes. Must limit activity😊

[@jacquelinejohnson7813]

Loved this video. I am six months out and still have stiffness after therapy. This video makes me feel so much better about the stiffness that I have now. Thank you

[@dr.samanthasmith]

So happy to hep! Please join the facebook group if you haven’t facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

[@Mari-cre8s]

As a fellow PT that has had both knees replaced within 9 months in the past year+, TY for this terrific reminder! Patience is not my greatest asset, and there were more post op ‘issues’ with the 2nd knee…medication and a severe adhesive reaction, yuck! Plodding along, some days discouraged, but you have reminded me of the need for patience and continued, gradual activity increases! Keep up the great work!! 🙏🏼

[@msrmurthy1277]

Very informative video thanks, myself underwent tkr for both legs, 8 weeks now, able to walk with out support for 20- 30 minutes, doing daily ACTIVITIES BUT both knees are continuously stiff, If I do exercises feeling better, mild pain increases by evening, on my able to bend knee by 70 degrees Am I doing fine, how do I reduce stiffness and pain

[@jomc20]

I had m my TKR 2 days ago and it's agonisingly painful today but I have an ice wrap on it and Strongbow medication. Yesterday I was quite positive, managed the stairas test, pain not too bad. Clearly we have to expect boys and downs and it is early days so I remind myself how worn out my right knee was and look forward to being able to walk without pain and stiffness. My mother had both knees replaced and was very v active

[@robertharder6007]

Knee replacement in October 2022. Skiing for 2 weeks in Jan 2023. Do the rehab and stick with it on a daily basis.

[@yourgarage]

I am 5wks today after surgery and this makes complete sense to me now where I am and how I should be more positive about the recovery. Thank You.

[@BatRanger]

Thank you for this video, Dr. Smith. I'm now 9 weeks after my surgery and it was bothering me that I was getting knee stiffness after walking around Walmart . I thought the purpose of the knee replacement was to fix this problem. So now I know I;m normal and will be a little more patient in my rehab. 😊

[@katherineswain5256]

It’s so reassuring to read yours and other real world comments on what to expect. It is so easy to become disheartened when you’re trying to do everything your therapist tells you, and you see no improvement . Sometimes it’s hard to get your spirits up.

[@ljherman8645]

Thank you Sam!! Great info.

[@schylerkwon1241]

Thank you so much!! I got into a car accident May 2020 a month before my HS graduation and got my TKR December 2022, almost 6 months out and I noticed I can only walk 30 minutes before my knee is very swollen and can barely bend the knee. Stay strong everyone 💪

[@loriewallace8922]

I wish I had found your video before surgery. It's been more helpful than the doctor. I had the surgery 2 months ago and I am at 106°. I'm done with therapy and I've got to say I got more information with your video then the other help I've had.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

I am so glad it’s helpful! I have a Facebook group too. Are you in it? Https://facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

[@richardthomas1566]

Exclent job explaining this .

[@kathyclark3168]

You're more encouraging than the PT I have. Thank you 👍👍

[@dr.samanthasmith]

I'm so glad! If you need more help visit my website:) www.SUCCEEDCOURSES.com

[@lindapierce2357]

Loved having a place to ask questions. Please keep me updated.

[@simplifyrhome]

Thank you so much it been two months since surgery. I still have the tightness. Have ever you the first to expand way I have the symptoms I am having so thank you very much!!!

[@jimratti3949]

Great Video and wonderful explanation. Had my TKR in August '22 so I'm only a little over 6 months. The stiffness and swelling gets to me every once in awhile but remembering the pain I went through before the surgery makes the stiffness and swelling seem very minor. Still get frustrated not being able to do things like kneel without a big cushion, but at home PT was/is my saving grace as well as a wife who keeps reminding me that I had a major surgery and to take my time. I'm back to Walking 1.5 - 3 miles a day, and walking up and down 4 flights of stairs at least once a day. Best thing I ever did and yes, that includes my kids LOL

[@BigBenn2014]

Glad I listened to this. Very reassuring.

[@christineokey]

thanks! this was exactly what i needed. im at 8 weeks. your explanation was very good.

[@aaronwilliamson4045]

Good one Samantha. We appreciate it.

[@joanijackson3108]

I had a TKR 14 months ago. I’m a 73 year old woman lives alone so I went to a rehabilitation hospital for five weeks to do physiotherapy. My surgeon told me to have a week to think about it before I had the surgery done because he said it would be the worst pain I would ever endure, but I had no choice because I was walking bone and bone and was on crutches for a couple of months before the surgery. It’s now 14 months and since the surgery I have had excruciating pain which has never improved despite my constant physio exercises and pain pills do not help at all and I cannot walk for more than an hour without being totally crippled with Pain and I have to get up in the night to ice my knee and the pain radiates all up and down my leg and on both sides front and back and up to my thigh I told my Surgeon I could not go on like this because I was very active before that as an emergency nurse and now I feel like I’m totally disabled despite doing everything I was told to do from my physiotherapy in the rehabilitation hospital my surgeon said that the prosthetic was in the position but I have had so many falls whereby I have fractured my neck in two places. I have fractured my ribs in the back where I fell and also fractured ribs in the front with another fall and I have had more falls and I can remember and many concussions which resulted in extra swelling lacerations and pain everywhere including my back where I compressed some discs. My leg always feels like I have a tight compression bandage on it and every time I fall, because my knee gives way without notice, my other knee gets injured too. I cannot kneel on it at all. It’s difficult to move my leg in bed as it feels like a dead wright so I have to help move it with my hands. The same goes for getting in and out of cars The Surgeon does not know why I’m having all these falls, but my knee just gives away on me and I have not been off crutches for the full 14 months, I am due to go into hospital again in a month and he is going to take the prosthetic out and put a different type in where it is more stabilised on each side of my knee and I am absolutely petrified because the pain was so bad postop and it really has never got any better so I’m really not looking forward to it at all but I do not want to be disabled when I’ve been such an active person all my life. I really wish I’d never had it done as I followed every rule and I don’t take pain pills because they don’t work so it’s just basically icing it and elevating it, if you have any more ideas to help me before and after I have the next surgery, I would most appreciate it because it’s basically ruined my life and caused me to be isolated at home and not able to go out and enjoy myself with friends as I can’t even go out for dinner and sit in a chair with my Knee bent for very long it’s just too painfulso my quality of life and my mental health has been awful. I’d appreciate any help you can offer me thank you.😢

[@hongtramnguyenle4978]

Thanks a lot for your explanation, Dr. Smith! It really ease my stiffness worrying!

[@christinehutto1972]

Great info! The kitty is beautiful and a great addition to the video!

[@brentkappler8100]

I just had a TKR two weeks ago and I came across your channel. Thank you for sharing this information with us.

[@cydewitt46]

Great video! She's 💯 on everything people. I had my right knee replaced last June and it feels like I never got it replaced. I just got my left knee replaced 2 weeks ago and let me just say you can't treat the 2 the same. So I'm starting over from day 1 all over again and thanks to my awesome surgery & PT team I'm going to get back to myself again! Most importantly we have to do our exercises at home faithfully for a great recovery 🙏 💪

[@ramonluna7740]

thank you so much what a great discription of what and why I AM EXPERIENCING .

[@gilleonard7378]

That is exactly what I am going thru right now at like 9 weeks post op TKR.

[@herbcounselorh7734]

Thank you for the great info for us TKR patients; So very helpful. May God bless.

[@mikehailey6332]

Such great info. Ty!

[@marywhitehead5422]

You are so helpful & caring .

[@kimsimpson8205]

Very helpful video, ty.

[@bexlyons]

Had my right knee replaced in Feb 21. It is such a tough journey but for a change I decided to actually follow ALL the physio’s advice and it paid off. I recovered well. So now I’m 18 days post op on my left knee and yes it’s tough ( again ) but I’m actually recovering quicker this time due to the experience of having my right knee done. The biggest thing I’ve learned is you just can’t push it to try recover faster. You HAVE to follow the program and you have to pace it. Rest and icing are as important as any exercise.

[@nancychandler7289]

I am so glad I found your channel. I am 3days post TKR revision. Gee what a difference a surgeon can make! Yes I said surgeon. 4 years ago I had. TKR on my right knee. It has been the knee from hell. Luckily I have a little more knowledge about expectations, but now I’m angry they did not take my complaints seriously and just said sometimes it happens or you need to exercise more. It’s frustrating! Anyway I listening to your every word! Thanks for this video!

[@kimlong692]

4 1/2 months post surgery and you explained me to a T. It does get better but you have to work up to it. Thank You

[@emmahyde-gomes4044]

Thanks for your advice Sam.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

You bet!

[@adrianesumner9622]

Thanks for the info it is very positive. Everyone is different I have found. I'm on 5 months still have some stiffness. Each day gets better. Keep working, it can be a hard journey.

[@Chloe-dn8uo]

Thank you Dr Samantha!

[@michaelburgess2993]

I have just found your KZbin channel. Wish I had seen this earlier. You are explaining so many more questions about knee surgery and the feeling after the operation. I have had my second one done two weeks ago and doing the majority of the exercises I have been given. Your explanation on stiffness is now helping me understand it so much better. I am now following your routine to help with trying to get my knee bending more a bit at the time. Thank you so much for doing such a great job.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

I am so happy to help! You are a perfect candidate for my post surgery course as well. Are you enrolled? Https://www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

[@revathipappu1411]

Thank you very much. I’m feeling more confident now.

[@pitchkapizda8355]

This is plain and basic and so true a great common sense vid on TKR

[@lindaflowers4477]

Yes very informative. Thank you do much

[@asiyachorghay6632]

Highly appreciate your video, very nicely explained the facts and gives positivety, hope i find relief soon, as per your advice.

[@charlenenaidoo6300]

Thank you for all the important info and answers you provide, exactly what I needed to hear. It's definitely very helpful.

[@michaelsmith-ec7ul]

knee replacement 4 weeks ago today. Knee is stiff and I do and go to pt. Good video and you answered the question that have been on my mine. thanks Mike

[@judijones2845]

My total knee replacement was December 20. I wish i had seen this video sooner! Thank you!

[@irajewel4059]

Thank you so much. We do really appreciate your explanation. My partner is getting frustrated about his TKR journey and hope this video would help him more.

[@OldFoolRN]

Your kitty is a delight!

[@2ezee2011]

I am 12 weeks posts double knee replacement. it has been a challenge. I am still working on getting as much range as i can. Doing well and regular walking at this point is not a problem but after a few hours of sitting/walking/standing my knees get stiff and I have to lay down for a bit. Best money ever is some small massage units under my quads. Gets me going again after a couple of hours. Balance has not been an big issue thankfully.

[@cecilemorgan6579]

Thank you for this video. I'm almost six months into my surgery. My knee is stiffer now than 8 weeks. I've had many setbacks. Got down in my back really bad, got a respiratory infection, got a flare up with gout etc.... I've started walking in my pool and I'm counting on it getting me where I need to be.

[@carolynmcintyre5645]

Tomorrow I begin my 3rd week. Some infammation lessened, but a couple bad areas right at the knee. I think week I'll see more improvement. I am always moving about the house and doing PT on my own time as well as the PT visit. Doing over doing it. Keeping a balanance.

[@sangokipozi4611]

Very encouraging. Thankyou

[@donnadussault5943]

Thank you great video. One year in after total knee replacement. I asked my surgeon a couple times if it was possible to reject implant. He never really answered me. But your video answered my question fully. It is a journey and everyone is different and similar at the same time. I recently started having a lot of stiffness again after a year, even though I exercise, walk, hike and swim. Apparently I still need to keep up with the range of movement exercises.

[@deborahwalker90]

Omg this was so informative thank you 😅

[@pattygeorge3641]

Oh thank you I sure am glad I came across this video. I had surgery 3 weeks ago and must keep reminding myself to not over do it. My poor knee hurts and swells up but thanks to reading the comments from others and your video I now feel much better.❤

[@amandasmit9328]

What a long journey. Thank you. Now I understand for the first time. 🤗

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@modibokwt8453]

Thank you doctor…your video is well explained and helpful.I’m at 7 weeks ,still a bit stiffness .

[@Jcully3232]

This was great to hear, I'm 24 days post op and am dealing with a ton of stiffness, I'm on top of all of ny range of motion exercises and doing good on that front but sleep is still rough for me, I'm getting 3 hour stretches if I'm lucky.. I don't do FB but appreciate your knowledge.

[@laddaluengwattanakij772]

Thanks for your answer.I just have a knee surgery about 1 month .I have this question just like other of your patients. When I see this video so I have the answer.I'm from Thailand.

[@rangerbob1147]

Thanks mine was Jan 13 Your explanation's are spot on Thanks

[@graemewillgress3780]

Great, and informative video. My total knee replacement was at the end of Nov 2022 and I'm really pleased with the results. The message I keep hearing is that patience is the real game changer. I have made the mistake of going too fast, too soon, and my knee really let me know. I have now backed off and, as you say, it has improved. I am now taking it much slower and it is definitely the way forward. Thanks again Dr Sam' :)

[@michaelcalabrese2960]

Thank you for this very informative video. I just had a total knee replacement on October 4th. I'm doing well. I'm seeing my MD next week and hopefully get my staples out.

[@clifftucker8721]

After about three weeks after my TKR, I used an exercise bike for 20 mins pedalling. Started with the seat high and minimal resistance and lowering the seat and increasing the pedal resistance each time, I mixed forward pedal then backwards pedal. Worked very well for me.

[@sangramsoman4308]

Great video thanks

[@charlesmahone9516]

Thankyou Dr. Sam you're doing a good job explained the point stay strong keep the good work I need all the information to help me along the way of my total knee replacement yes it helps Thankyou...

[@dr.samanthasmith]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching

[@jaynekranc8607]

I love your cat. Going for surgery on the 28th. Trying to learn all I can.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Isn’t she so cute just sitting there?! And good luck! Lots of good info in the Facebook group for you too. Https://facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

[@irenekyle991]

I had full knee replacement surgery 6 mths ago I can bend & straitened my knee but it is so.tight & stiff & sore when walking can't walk as far as I could just after op.leg ,& ankle tight sore I still hav walking stick doing all exercises ,bike dumbells have very tight muscles and also going fr massage I just want t to walk properly again without stick so frustrated as I'm quite active and did hav walking clubs a year suggestion

[@maldonhammer]

I'm 9 weeks post surgery, I'm back at work which involves a lot of walking, bending etc. Knee a little swollen, n but less painful than pre surgery. Had my other knee done 7 years ago, so kind of knew what to expect. So far so good!!

[@robertmoes1976]

Love your video.Makes me worry less about my stiffness after 2.5 months.Love your cat by the way.

[@lizlemon9632]

Good info. Thx.

[@stephenallan5635]

Great video convinced me that I was normal and made me understand it’s a marathon not a sprint as she says.

[@janetthompson1372]

Love your videos. 5 weeks post surgery. I had to slow down my activity as I was going to hard.

[@ladygordonshomestaynayana6026]

Great very helpful.🙏

[@barbaran1869]

I am one year & 7 months out from a left knee replacement. I still get stiffness, however it is much better. It was a long journey to get to this point. I was diagnosed with AFIB 5 months after the replacement and had to go on blood thinners. They caused me so much joint pain. I ended up getting a Watchman device put into my heart to get off the blood thinners. I finally get off of the blood thinners in August and hoping my knee will feel even better after that. I need to get the other knee replaced but will wait until later this year or early next year. Thank you for all your helpful videos. ❤

[@loisreichert6859]

Thank you SO much for this explanation of WHY I’m so stiff! Week 3 today and I’m learning the limits of what I can do, but knowing why I’m having the increased pain and stiffness helps me listen to my body better and not feel like I have to push through it. It’s easier to accept it as normal when I understand the physiology, thank you!

[@dr.samanthasmith]

You are so welcome!

[@marcelleknudsen7461]

Thank you so much!!!! I'm almost 6 weeks post-op and was wondering what was wrong with my knee. Its very stiff. Now I know its normal

[@martyrosen4944]

That was great info.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tinawhite2410]

I’m so glad I found your channel, I am 10 post surgery. Yesterday my sister and I had lunch and some leisurely shopping for about 2 hours. Today I was wondering why my knee was so stiff, and you told my why, thank you. I will ice my knee now and start doing my daily walking. I’m finding the knee is not going to heal itself. Thank you again👵🏻❤️👵🏻

[@harryfong9829]

Thank you Dr Sam, you answered mine questions, mine body notices foreign body, from the implant and inflammation response. You said its normal. It’s one year for me, will try to be patient with the PT and walking. Mine orthopedic surgeon reminded me, time and effort, perseverance. You know its hard, getting wearily and fatigue, with the Lord’s help will keep working at it. Thank you. I am not on Facebook.

[@uniqnixieclocksgreganddebr4599]

my surgery was Dec 12. My PT is great. I was able to bend my knee at 114 angle. Last time couple days ago it was so stiff I could only do 108. Plus the hardest is straightening my leg. This video gave me hope. Thank you. I was in tears today because I only have 1 prescription left. I had a friend take me around to do errands couple days ago. I wanted to go to 4 places. I managed 2. Not getting enough sleep. PLUS I'm a care giver for my husband. He and friends have been great help. So you think no heat just ice. I do sleep with pillow under both legs to elevate. ON MY BACK. No pillow under head helps. Otherwise my shoulders hurt and hands go numb. My left knee is now acting up. NOT going through this again. I have diabeties and fiybromialgia and it will take longer to heal. I was depressed today in tears. Husband said to take a nap. I was sleeping good had to get up for bathroom then realized it was time to fix dinner. Anyway I don't want to be a complainer. Just wanted to know I'll be going through your videos.

[@SuperClarke1]

Thank you so much

[@hmac2476]

Thank you, I feel I am getting the best information at the best time. (pre-op) You are very much appreciated.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Check out my course to help you get prepared! www.succeedcourses.com/Comprehensive-knee-replacement-course

[@AnthonyDiLuglio]

This was the best advice I’ve received so far!!! I’m 3 weeks post surgery. Prior to watching your video I was very frustrated with my progress. Thank you!!!

[@dr.samanthasmith]

It’s a long process. If you need structured help I have a course available www.succeedcourses.com/post-surgery-course

[@user-jc6ym2mh4c]

My surgery was 8/21/2023 and I truly appreciate this video. I have been doing more and the stiffness seems to increase with more activity or even standing for a longer period.

[@gailknox2113]

Thank you. This helped me out a lot. I'm in 2 months of my knee surgery. I do have a lot of muscle spasms, mostly at night

[@user-do5xw5zy6c]

6 weeks after my surgery now this makes a lot of sense now,i was so worried Will reduce my chores

[@sharrontabelle2176]

Thank you so much, I am 9 or 10 weeks out of surgery and have so much swelling and pain. I use the ice several times a day but also run errands with husband. We are away from home and my PT, cross country for a month. I try to do the exercises PT gave me and walk. I take the Tylenol twice a day but try to avoid the pain meds, the Oxy, unless the pain gets really bad. I thought I was doing something wrong till I saw your video, that gave me a little hope.

[@barbarabell7726]

Thank you Dr. Smith I'm 8 weeks post total knee replacement, I just had my 12th session of physical therapy and my knee isn't responding well due to chronic stiffness and pain. 2 weeks ago the surgeon told me that if my knee is not bending greater than what it is in the next 6 weeks he's taking me back to surgery for manipulation. I'm currently bending between 90/101. Bending increase and decrease. The therapist told me that my knee is not responding to PT and I should consider having the manipulation sooner. I'm not sleeping due to pain and chronic stiffness and the surgeon does not prescribe pain medication after 5 weeks which adds to my issue. I'm terrified to have the procedure. I'm desperately seeking answers on what I can do for chronic stiffness. I'm falling into depression which has never been apart of me. I'm 65 and healthy, and I'm just trying to get back to work and work my way until retirement. I apologize for the long comment, but I needed to explain my situation. Thank you, and God bless. Barb

[@gwenbrown8595]

I had the stiffness and my leg wouldn't straighten out enough. Had Knee Replacement surgery on Feb 6. Surgeon suggested a "Manipulation" which i had on April 12. Need more PT and more at home exercises. Need a leg brace for an hour during the day and a straightening leg brace when I go to bed. New script for Oxy and take my XSTylenol. Braces for only about a month.. Only 2-3 percent of the people have this issue, but my MO is "if it wasn't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all"!

[@lorrinederichelieu9848]

From South Africa, best video and most helpful. I was driving at 4 weeks and think I am doing pretty well.

[@dr.samanthasmith]

Wow South Africa! I’m so glad this video was helpful thank you! Please join the Facebook group facebook.com/groups/3278770492360139/?ref=share

[@coringtonbaldwin7629]

I am at my 9 months to date..After 6 months when my Physical Therapy ended...my range of motion was 132 degrees. At 6 months...I integrated the gym with my Therapy...I only hear clicking in my knee when I put on my shoes...I don't have any pain at this point...My hope is that at the 1 year point...I will no longer realize that I have a Knee Replacement...P.S..I attended 90% of my therapy sessions...If you were my therapist...I would of attended 100%.

[@Mac-uu6gk]

I'm 2 months in and I'm still having problem bending with pain. I had a manipulation done last Thursday and it was better but today it's terrible. So what do I do. Also my bend in my leg is another problem. My doctor and therapist expect me to be alot better by now.

[@johnomick3075]

Excellent information. Had mine done in October, it’s quite a journey indeed.

[@pinksugarcookies71]

I had surgery last week and have been feeling positive and pleased with the result. This morning, however, I woke up more stiff and sore which worried me. I watched this video with a sigh of relief. It’s normal, it’s expected so phew!!!

[@R0dan]

Very helpful!

[@roseofmercy]

Great video, tha you so much, watching from the UK I'm due to have a knee replacement next week.. I'm terrified 😢 ... lovely that your cat is in the video 😍

[@conchi6792]

Thank you ❤

[@vtxdaryl]

I have over exercised today 5 weeks after TKR and my knee is swollen and aching. I think I did too much after a hard Physical Therapy session earlier today. I joined a gym today thinking I might do more exercise between PT. I’m going to take it easy now that I saw your video, thanks for the advice.