Had ACL surgery in January and can walk fine now, but when I try to brisk walk, my knee feels like it's giving out. There's still swelling, and I can't bend it past 120 degrees. Sometimes I get sudden pain that reminds me of the injury. Going downstairs is tough even though I can manage upstairs. Is this normal or should I be worried?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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Post-ACL symptoms suggest incomplete recovery or complications‚Äîrepeat evaluation and guided rehab are recommended.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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