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Burns (Expert Forum)
George@ Murphy
Answered by
Jeffrey S Guy, M.D., M. Sc. - Burn Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Critical Care Medicine, Med Spec/Interest 4 General Surgery, Pre-Hospital Care
Vanderbilt Burn Center
This forum is for questions and support regarding burn issues such as: Hand burns,
Pediatric Burns, Thermal burns, Electrical burns, Chemical burns, Radiation burns, Rehab/Recovery, Pain control, Psychological / Social Recovery, Scar Management, Smoke inhalation, Disaster Management, Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
George@ Murphy
by pharologst, Oct 19, 2007 01:39PM
Had total knee replacement 5/15/06. Worked hard and acheived 122 degrees of flexability (supine) by Aug 1st. It was great for about 12 months. Was able to squat with weight below parallel without any problem. But during the last 3 months my flexability has REDUCED TO 88-90 DEGREES before extreme pain takes over. Is this due to the onset of late scar tissue restricting movement? If so can it be remedied? Will it continue to reoccur?? Thanks in advance!1
Doctor's Answer
by Jeffrey S Guy, M.D., M. Sc., Oct 19, 2007 03:23PM
, Oct 19, 2007 03:23PM
A decrease in the range of motion (ROM) requires attention. It is not possible to tell you if this is due to scar. Often, when patients do experience a decrease in ROM, this can be improved with physical therapy. Consult with your physical therapist and orthopedic surgeon.
