My daughter is 14 and underwent a Knee surgery for ACL and MCl tear, a month ago and is now undergoing physiotherapy for the last 1 month. How many weeks of physiotherapy is generally needed for this surgery?

Ans: Hi Ravi,
I do not know what exact exercises are they doing with you but it usually take 3-6 months for the arm to be completely straight. The important thing is to see continuous progress even if small.
You can check with your orthopedic if he is satisfied with the progress and if further x-ray needs to be taken to check for bone healing and alignment.
Also it is important for you to do the exercises on your own 3-4 times a day for faster improvement.

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Ans: Hello E,
Has she consulted an orthopedic or physiotherapist?
Certain exercises shown by a professional are very important even if there is no pain. With those it could take even up to 3 months for her to walk completely normally.

Ans: Thank you for your query regarding physiotherapy following your surgery for Flexor Tenosynovitis of the thumb. It is possible for the index finger adjacent to the affected thumb to become sore during physiotherapy. This soreness can occur due to increased use or compensation during exercises aimed at improving thumb mobility. The muscles and tendons of the hand are interconnected, and stress on one area can affect adjacent areas. Ensure that your physiotherapist is aware of the soreness in your index finger so they can adjust your exercises or provide specific techniques to alleviate the soreness.

The time it takes to regain full movement in the thumb can vary based on the severity of the initial condition, the extent of the surgery, and individual healing rates. Generally, it may take several weeks to months. Stiffness is common in the early stages of recovery, but continued physiotherapy, including range-of-motion exercises and stretching, will gradually improve flexibility and movement. Many individuals can achieve significant improvement and even full recovery of thumb movement with consistent physiotherapy, but the extent of recovery can vary.In a retrospective study of 41 patients with flexor tenosynovitis, Dailiana et al. found that the best functional outcome associated with this condition resulted from early diagnosis, drainage through small incisions, and continuous postoperative irrigation. Worse outcomes were associated with delayed treatment and infections with specific pathogens. By following these guidelines and working closely with your physiotherapist, you should be able to maximize your recovery and regain as much thumb function as possible.