Hi again Kate: IMO, by only speaking to someone who has gone through the same thing that you are going through would this person be able to answer your question...From my experience with my husband on both hip and knee replacements, as well as two shoulder surgeries, I know that it improved over time...However, I do know that when you wake up that it seems like every muscle in your body has gone to sleep and the pain that you go through makes you aware of this...Hopefully over time it will get better...This may be something you want to speak about with your Orthopedist or Therapist...Either way, good luck and do take care...
Caroline