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By Jonathan Cluett, M.D., About.com Guide to Orthopedics since 1999

Early Motion After Knee Surgery

Saturday April 17, 2004
Some surgeons advocate early motion following surgery. One device used after knee surgery is called a CPM, or continuous passive motion machine. The CPM gently flexes and extends the knee. Many surgeons use this device, although whether or not it helps the patient is questionable. Learn more about the use of CPM following knee surgery....

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