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How Can Severe Leg Ache After A Knee Replacement Surgery Be Treated?
On January 23rd, I had a left total knee replacement. Since the surgery, especially at night, my left foot seems to drop forward and, as I m sleeping, my whole leg tends to fall inward causing intense pain in my left arch. I have wrapped an ace bandage around the arch, attaching it to the opposite headboard to hold my foot in place which seems to help. Is this a common problem and will it eventually go away as my knee heals. I usually sleep on my stomach and now need to sleep on my back because of the surgery. Thank you.
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Wed, 15 Feb 2017
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Hello,
It is quite common after knee replacement.
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It is quite common after knee replacement.
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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