Originally Posted by
drlogik
Ouch!
I had partial replacement years ago and have had no problems at all; however, I had the most ruthless, cruel, sadistic therapist that made me use this crazy electronic contraption that worked/articulated my knee in increments. It was absolute torture; however, I was up and walking inside two weeks and never looked back. Six months since surgery it may be too late but you might ask your surgeon about that machine. I laid on the couch while it worked my knee.
It sounds like you had a tough but effective recovery experience. You could suggest to your friend to ask their surgeon about continuous passive motion (CPM) machines, which provide automated knee articulation. However, every case is unique, and it's essential to follow professional medical advice for the best outcome. Good luck to your friend!