In endemic goitre areas 20%of the population over 70 years old will have a retrosternal goitre. The definition of a retrosternal goitre varies with respective authors, there are four major definitions.
I started PT after 10 days and can straighten my leg, bend to a little past 90 degrees and walk without crutches three days before the 3 week post surgery mark.
Depending on the extent of BME and number of microscopic insufficiency fractures, the procedure can take 1-2 hours. Following subchondroplasty, our surgeons advise patients to avoid walking without the support of crutches for up to two weeks in order to ensure proper healing. After about six weeks, most patients are able to return to activity pain-free and may go on to physical therapy to improve strength and mobility of the knee.