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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Thigh Post Knee Replacement Surgery?

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Posted on Mon, 23 Nov 2015
Question: had a full knee replacement about 4 weeks ago. pt going well, 2 or 3 times perwk. last pt 2 days ago and I have a lot of swelling from my thigh to my ankle on knee replaced leg. why so much swelling, all of a sudden and what can I do to bring down the swelling and the pain
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Vigorous physiotherapy, infection, implant problems

Detailed Answer:
Hi there.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

Thanks for the query.

Do you have fever, pain while bearing weight and walking ?

Is it warmer to touch on your operated knee?

If it's possible you are having swelling due to vigorous physiotherapy. Other causes can be infection, implant loosening, etc.

Keep your limb elevated over a pillow. Apply hot water bag. This shall reduce the oedema.

It is wise to get an Xray and discuss with your Doctor about it, especially if you have fever. You need to get your blood counts as well.

Kindly respond to my queries for me to be in a better position to help you.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu
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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Thigh Post Knee Replacement Surgery?

Brief Answer: Vigorous physiotherapy, infection, implant problems Detailed Answer: Hi there. Welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for the query. Do you have fever, pain while bearing weight and walking ? Is it warmer to touch on your operated knee? If it's possible you are having swelling due to vigorous physiotherapy. Other causes can be infection, implant loosening, etc. Keep your limb elevated over a pillow. Apply hot water bag. This shall reduce the oedema. It is wise to get an Xray and discuss with your Doctor about it, especially if you have fever. You need to get your blood counts as well. Kindly respond to my queries for me to be in a better position to help you. I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu