Everything you need to know about knee replacement surgery and rehabilitation. Tips from a physical therapist.
There are some varying opinions about activities that should be avoided immediately after a total knee replacement. While general guidelines have been given and supported by research, many times recommendations will vary depending on the
Here is my top 17 knee replacement recovery tips. My post-TKR surgery tips should help you to a speedy and successful rehabilitation.
You have a knee replacement, and you're wondering when you can start using a stationary bike, and how? Competitive cycling?
Includes VIDEO ON PRE-Knee Replacement SURGERY ExerciseS So you’re booked in for an upcoming knee replacement surgery. You most probably have been given a list of exercises to do before this surgery (and other pre-operative instructions) by your surgeon. This will ensure your legs are strong as
Everything you need to know about knee replacement surgery and rehabilitation. Tips from a physical therapist.
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There are some varying opinions about activities that should be avoided immediately after a total knee replacement. While general guidelines have been given and supported by research, many times recommendations will vary depending on the
Everything you need to know about knee replacement surgery and rehabilitation. Tips from a physical therapist.
If you are getting ready to have a knee replacement surgery, then I’m sure that you have a butt ton of questions! Before my surgery, one important question I had was, “How long after my
Sleeping after knee replacement surgery is an important aspect of your healing. Keep reading to learn the best way to sleep after a TKR!
Sleep is so important after any surgery to allow your body to heal properly. However, getting comfortable while sleeping can be the biggest challenge following knee replacement surgery. For me, the first few nights home
Aggressive physical therapy after knee replacement surgery can be challenging and will test your mental and physical strength. In this article I'll share my physical therapy schedule.
Learn how you can decrease physical therapy post-op visits and improve the outcome of your TKR with these natural-minded tips and gentle exercises before knee surgery.
If you or someone you know is recovering from knee replacement surgery, you know how challenging it can be. I remember just wanting to get rid of my knee pain and swelling and return to
If you've had knee replacement surgery, exercising again can be painful and dangerous. Here are the top 4 exercises to include in your workouts.
If you've had knee replacement surgery, exercising again can be painful and dangerous. Here are the top 4 exercises to include in your workouts.
There are some varying opinions about activities that should be avoided immediately after a total knee replacement. While general guidelines have been given and supported by research, many times recommendations will vary depending on the
Kneeling is permitted and possible after a knee replacement. Here are my physical therapy tips to help you kneel!
So, you’ve decided to take the step towards a painless life and undergo a full knee replacement surgery. As someone whose partner had the surgery before, I can tell you that you’re making an excellent decision. After it’s all said and ... Read more
One of the most common questions we get after a total knee replacement is, “when can I drive again?” Even though everyone heals at different rates, we can help you determine when it’s safe to drive after a knee replacement.
REHABILITATION AFTER TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT On the day of surgery, the patient performs deep-breathing and coughing exercises and isometric gluteus and quadriceps-setting exercises. Calf-pumping exercises are initiated to decrease the risk of thrombophlebitis. Lower limbs are maintained in position with an abduction splint. Active-assisted to mild resistive exercises are prescribed for unaffected joints and limbs. On the first postoperative day, the patient begins active-assisted range of motion of the affected hip and knee in all planes, with hip flexion limited to 80 degrees and extension limited to neutral. The patient is instructed in proper transfer techniques and is assisted in getting out of bed to stand for 15-minute periods. On the second and third postoperative days, the patient adds short-arc quadriceps-strengthening exercises and begins progressive standing, transfers, and ambulation. Initial gait training in the parallel bars or walker assistive device provides proprioceptive feedback with partial weight bearing. During ambulation, the patient is evaluated for limb-length discrepancy. The patient advances from partial weight bearing to full weight bearing as tolerated per surgeon preference and technique. The abduction wedge is removed, but it is used at night for 6 weeks after surgery. Physical and occupation exercises continue after the third postoperative day, and then active hip flexion, extension, and abduction are added. Progressive ambulation continues until the patient achieves independent ambulation with assistive devices. Then, the patient may use supportive devices to walk without supervision. After the third postoperative day, this is often continued in a skilled rehabilitation facility until the patient is safe to be at home. Until discharge from the hospital or rehabilitation facility, the patient continues the strengthening and range-of-motion exercises and learns to negotiate steps and curbs. Hip abductor and quadriceps femoris exercises are advanced per surgeon preference to progressive resistive exercises. Instruction is given in the use of assistive devices for dressing and other activities of life. At the time of discharge, the patient is provided with written instructions to be followed at home and with adaptive equipment to compensate for the limited hip flexion (e.g., bathtub seat, elevated toilet seat, long shoehorn). When the patient is pain free, isometric exercises to increase hip muscle strength are added. The only proscribed activities are extreme hip flexion, internal rotation, adduction past neutral, and lifting weights more than 50 lb. However, applying excessive athletic stress to the prosthesis is not recommended in most cases. During the first 6 to 8 weeks after discharge, the patient normally uses a cane in the oppo-site hand to protect the joint. Active hip extension exercises are added after 6 to 8 weeks.
Recovery from your total knee replacement surgery plays a crucial role in getting back to your usual lifestyle so you can become active again. Working to recover will help you heal faster and get back to your normal routine. Read our week by week breakdown of what your road to recovery could look like!
Caring for someone after a total knee replacement can help ensure a smooth recovery. This article gives 10 tips you can use to help them recover.
Looking for ACL physical therapy exercises post or pre-surgery? Perform these acl physical therapy exercises to regain your knee strength!
The timeline for regaining strength and motion after knee replacement is variable. Here is a summary of the total knee replacement recovery process.
After surgery, understanding how to improve knee flexion is critical! Knee extension is vital, but knee flexion is a close runner up!
Explore four safe and effective Knee replacement exercises recommended by experts to strengthen your knee and aid in your recovery journey post-surgery.
After surgery, understanding how to improve knee flexion is critical! Knee extension is vital, but knee flexion is a close runner up!
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This is one of the most frequently asked questions by individuals considering knee replacement surgery. Other common questions are when can I drive again and when can I return to work? In reality, the rate of recovery will be different for each...
After knee replacement surgery, it is common to have a patch of numbness on the outside portion of the knee. This should be distinguished from other types of numbness such as from sciatica or peripheral neuropathy.
Discover 10 exercises you can perform prior to knee replacement surgery that will strengthen your knee and help you recover faster.
After surgery, understanding how to improve knee flexion is critical! Knee extension is vital, but knee flexion is a close runner up!
Discover 10 exercises you can perform prior to knee replacement surgery that will strengthen your knee and help you recover faster.
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