There is likely to be some discomfort after your procedure, but your surgical team will do everything necessary to keep it bearable and limited.You may be given a nerve block before your surgery, and your surgeon may also use a long-lasting local anesthetic during the surgery to help with pain management afterwards.Your doctor will prescribe medicine to assist you in managing the discomfort. You may receive this intravenously (IV) right after surgery.When you leave the hospital, your doctor will offer you pain relief pills or tablets.After surgery, your knee should feel significantly less painful than before. However, exact results cannot be predicted, and some people may experience knee pain for months after surgery.Following your doctor’s recommendations right after the surgery is the most effective method for controlling pain and obtaining the best possible outcome.