A post-operative knee replacement treatment will need the help of your physical therapist. Also known as knee arthroplasty, knee replacement is a form of surgery that aims to resurface an arthritis-damaged knee. A physical therapist can help you recover well after your procedure. Learn how physical therapy can help your post-operative knee replacement surgery.
The post-operative knee replacement exercises can help improve circulation to the feet and legs. This is effective in preventing blood clots after surgery. The physical therapist can help the patient improve knee movement and strengthen muscles. Starting the exercises must happen as soon as the patient is able. Post-operative knee replacement exercises can be uncomfortable in the beginning, but they can help the patient’s recovery.
The patient must lie on the back during this post-operative knee replacement workout. Bend one leg and keep the foot on the bed. Place a pillow under the knee of the straight leg and work out the straight leg by pulling the toes and foot up. This straightens the knee and tightens the thigh muscle. Hold this position for about five seconds and then relax. Repeat this about 15 times each session during the three sessions each day.
This post-operative knee replacement will need the patient in a back-lying position. Keep the legs straight. Bend the ankles while pushing the knees down in a firm manner against the mattress. Hold this for five seconds before relaxing. Repeat this about 15 times each session during the three sessions each day.
Get a comfortable chair for this post-operative knee replacement exercise. Sit on it with the feet on the floor. Bend the knee and hold the position for about five seconds. The patient will have three sessions each day. Repeat this exercise 15 times for every session.
Assume a back-lying position for this post-operative knee replacement workout. Bend one leg and straighten the other. Moving the foot outwards, upwards, or inwards will give the exercise some variation. Pull the toes up, straighten the knee, and lift the leg about 20 centimeters up the mattress. Hold this for about five seconds and then relax. Repeat this about 15 times each session for the three sessions each day.
The patient must stand straight and hold on to a form of stable support for this post-operative knee replacement exercise. Lift one leg to the side and then bring it back. Keep the trunk straight while performing this workout. Repeat this about 15 times each session during the three sessions each day.
For this post-operative knee replacement exercise, the patient must stand straight and use a chair for support. Bring one leg back while keeping the knee straight. Remember not to lean forward. Repeat this about 15 times each session for the three sessions each day.
Recovering from a post-operative knee replacement can take some time. Having patience and dedication can help you go through it. Working with your physical therapist can help strengthen and stabilize your knee. It can also help you go back to your normal activities.
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