I had both knees replaced last november. I was on pain meds for a long time and had to switch to fentyl patches to get long-term relief. I would say that I felt "normal" again about 5 months later.

The pain is 100% better then before surgery, but I still get stiff. I have arthritis in other joints, which doesn't help. I also get stiff if i've been in one position too long, like sitting. Usually I can walk it out.

Good luck to you! :)

I had my surgery 2 years ago of getting acl and meniscus replaced. Pain would not go away for 6 months. I could not sit in one position for too long either cause of stiffness.


A friend who started taking it 7 years after he had the surgery on both his knees cause of joint pains suggested taking glucosamine with hyaluronic acid and within weeks I was feeling much better. There are numerous brands out there but the one I take is called flexforce. hope it helps.

I am now 4.5 mon.Post -op knee.I do water therapy 3 days a week and get 110 degrees on my own when bending knee while lying on my abd. And 115 with physio,s persuasion.Surgeon said 130 was possible but physio said that depends on your knee structure.I road my bike outside yesterday for first time so am feeling good about progress.Thanks for replies

I am due to have knee replacement any day now, I am extremely afraid of a lot of pain, my Dr.. told me he would give me pain meds, do they really help stop the pain and how long will it take me to get back to normal.

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