Four months ago on May 8th, I had an accident that broke the bone in my polio-affected leg. The doctor did surgery and inserted a rod from my thigh bone to the knee with screws. Now my bones are healing and I've started walking, but I can't bend my knee at all. I've been doing wax therapy and some exercises, but it's still really hard to bend. What treatment would help me get my knee movement back?

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Looking for knee replacement surgery for my mom's left knee and need to compare costs between sancheti and lokmanyatilak hospital Which one would be better Also are there any good hospitals in Hyderabad for the same and what would the cost be there

To compare knee replacement surgery costs and quality between Sancheti Hospital in Pune and Lokmanya Tilak Hospital in Mumbai, and explore options in Hyderabad

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I tore my ACL on July 11 but my lifestyle is pretty normal since I'm just a student do I really need surgery for this or can I manage without it

ACL repair and reconstructive sx is advised.

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My MRI shows a complete ACL tear and mild joint effusion but the doctor with 25 years of experience says there's no ACL injury just mild cartilage damage and the MRI doesn't match his clinical findings He suggested physiotherapy and a knee brace for 6 months with possible surgery only if needed Should I trust this diagnosis or get a second opinion

It's understandable to feel concerned when your MRI contradicts your doctor's assessment. While your doctor's experience is valuable, a second opinion is advisable to ensure a comprehensive understanding of your knee injury.

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