What is it?
After surgery, a fracture, a long time in plaster or long immobility, stiff tissue can form around the knee and lock up its movement. Walking, climbing stairs and sitting cross-legged become hard. The right treatment and regular exercise help to improve movement.
Common symptoms
- The knee won't bend past a certain angle
- The knee won't straighten fully
- Tightness and pain on movement
- Limping
Common causes
- Knee surgery (such as a knee replacement)
- A fracture and a long time in plaster
- Long immobility
- Arthritis
How we treat it
After examining you, the doctor chooses from these according to your needs.
- Snehana and SwedanaMedicated oil massage followed by controlled herbal steam.
- Patra PotliA warm bundle of medicinal leaves pressed over the painful area.
- Janu BastiWarm medicated oil is held over the knee inside a ring of dough for a set time.
- Lepa and UpanahaHerbal paste or warm poultice applied to the joint.
- AgnikarmaA classical heat-application technique on selected pain points, done by a trained physician.
- Diet, exercise and yogaPersonal guidance on diet, daily routine, exercise and yoga.
Tests that help: Knee X-ray; MRI if needed
See a doctor urgently if you have
- The knee red and hot with a fever after surgery
- Sudden swelling and pain in the calf
Everyday care
- Do your prescribed exercises every day
- Apply warmth before you exercise
- Don't stay in one position for long
This information is for awareness and does not replace an examination by a doctor.