Total knee replacement post-op 1wk 5 days. Now getting bad cramps in the calf.?!
Question:
Total knee replacement post-op 1wk 5 days. Now getting bad cramps in the calf.?
TKR post-op 1 wk and 5 days. Started PT yesterday, did not do to much now getting BAD!!!! cramps in the calf. Started last night after I took off Ted hose. Any remedies or suggestions?
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TKR post-op 1 wk and 5 days. Started PT out patient yesterday, ( had so home pt exercises to do)did not do to much now getting BAD!!!! cramps in the calf. Started last night after I took off Ted hose. There is no clot Dr checked for that. Any remedies or suggestions?
Answers:
It maybe sounds like pain could be due to immobility & having waited so long for PT exercises. You do not give a reason for the wait.
Premedicate yourself for pain & keep ambulating as able to help prevent muscle cramping. Also, try to get ahead of the pain by taking pain relievers around the clock. Keep yourself moving throughout the day.
Use ice therapy as well.