Carolyn, I've had both of my elbows replaced. Turned out pretty good. Not perfect but no pain and i can use them. No PT afterwards. Ii went to the Mayo clinic in MInnesota and they were great.
if you needn additional info let me know. email me at srustin1@hotmail.com
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I am going to be having an elbow replacement soon and would like to know approximately how long the surgery takes and how painful it is immediately after. Also my elbow is partially contracted and Id like to know if the surgery will completely straighten it out. thankyou, Lorna. You can email me at jovigirl@zanga.com.