The patients guide to outpatient total knee replacement. Initiate gentle strengthening exercises with the primary goal of activating the quadriceps. Physiotherapy exercises following total knee replacement. Surgery is just one part of the treatment for knee arthritis what you do. What to expect from occupational therapy the goal of occupational therapy is to improve function in. Learn about partial and total knee replacements and what to expect afterward. Tighten the muscles on the front of your thigh and push the back of your knee down into the bed. Total knee replacement exercise booklet sunnybrook hospital. Ankle pumps gently point toes up towards your nose and down towards the surface. Knee rehabilitation exercises to ensure that this program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctors supervision. Proposed rehab protocol for total knee replacement. Overview of total knee replacement 4 overview of total hip replacement 5 preparing for surgery 6 exercise.
The goal of the following exercises is to regain range of motion while limiting pain and inflammation. Please refer to the before during and after hip and knee replacement. Recovering from a partial or total knee replacement and. Maintaining good physical health before your operation is important and activities that increase. Advanced exercises after knee replacement surgery advanced exercises help strengthen and stretch the muscles around your knee. A heating pad should not be used without your surgeons approval. Home exercise program following knee surgery during your hospitalization, you have had knee surgery. Exercise guide for knee replacement surgery vch patient health.
Total knee exercises why should i exercise my knee. To get a deeper stretch, you can cross your opposite leg over your ankle to bend your knee farther. Physical therapy exercises to do after total knee replacement. Recovering from a partial or total knee replacement and returning to a more active lifestyle will.
Repeat 10 times every hour to help prevent blood clot formation and pump swelling away from the leg. A total knee replacement tkr is usually done as the surgical treatment option for advanced osteoarthritis of the knee joint. Exercise guide for knee replacement surgery vancouver. Recovering from a partial or total knee replacement and returning to a more active lifestyle will take time. Repeat 10 times every hour to help prevent blood clot formation and. These cardiovascular exercises are especially beneficial. Exercises for total knee replacement performance health. Total knee replacement preop exercises straight leg raises lie on your back with one leg bent and the other leg straight, raise your straight leg off bed 1012 inches. One very powerful way of controlling your knee pain is to do daily range of motion. Total knee replacement postop exercises exercises can help your recovery after knee replacement surgery. Begin with both knees bent to a comfortable position or using a towel roll under your knees to support your legs. Regaining your range of motion and strength after total knee replacement surgery is. Retraining your balance after total joint replacement will decrease the risk of.
In order to get the best function possible from your knee, it is important that you perform the. This exercise helps build the quadriceps muscle that attaches to the knee. Preparing for a total knee replacement begins several weeks before the actual surgery. Slide your heel up and down the board as you bend and. Total knee replacement home exercise program phase i, page 3 x16588 122019 aahc total knee replacement. Regular exercise to restore strength and mobility to your knee and a gradual return to everyday activities are important for your full recovery after knee replacement. Total knee replacement home exercise program phase ii. Make sure you check with the surgeon before you start using any protocol. Perform exercises one 1 and two 2 fifteen 15 times every hour. Keep affected leg as straight as possible and tighten muscles on top of thigh. The total knee replacement tkr will replace the damaged surfaces of the femur thigh bone and the tibia shin bone. Strengthening exercises after total hip replacement mayo. The information presented is intended for general information and educational. Postoperative exercises weeks 46 for total knee replacement video of postoperative exercises weeks 46 for total knee replacement this video covers some exercises to do after a total knee.
Exercise guide for knee replacement surgery grand river. After which i might brush through a few total knee replacement exercises tips on why. In order to get the best function possible from your knee, it is important that you perform the exercise program described below. Total knee replacement postop exercises cleveland clinic.
Apply ice to your incision area for 20 to 30 minutes after exercising to help lessen discomfort. Knee replacement exercises guide knee pain explained. These components are usually attached to the bone using bone cement. Knee replacement exercises are a vital part of the recovery process to ensure you get the best results from your new knee. Knee replacement exercise booklet weight bearing as. Do the exercises selected by your physical therapist in the right phase 1, 2, or 3 for your stage of recovery. To get the best results from your surgery, it is important that you do your exercises consistently and correctly. A patients guide to total joint replacement and complete care. Total knee replacement rehabilitation exercises ankle pumps 1 slowly bend the foot up and down at the ankle. Elevate your entire leg by placing pillows underneath the entire operated leg, not just under the knee. Sit or lie on your back with your operated knee straight.
Training your balance after total knee replacement will lower your risk of falling and help you feel more confident when walking outside. Total knee replacement exercise guide orthoinfo aaos. This is just a list of the simplest exercises, for an injury or after a knee replacement. Pain medication should be taken as prescribed in hospital. Ankle exercises point your feet up and down in a pumping motion. It is important to consistently perform the exercise prescribed by your. Do both ankles at the same time or alternating feet. Side leg lifts abductionadduction lie on your nonsurgical side with a pillow between your legs. Knee replacement postop exercise booklet saskatchewan. If you can complete 1 set of 15 repetitions for 2 strengthening sessions in a row you can progress the exercise make it harder by. Sitting kicks sit in a stable chair and raise your leg until its straight. This illustrated guide includes exercises and activities designed to restore muscle strength and mobility to your knee following total knee replacement. If you are having any problems with the exercises, please call sports medicine north at 9788186350.
Unless told otherwise, repeat each exercise 10 times per session. If you are unable to straighten the knee beyond position a by two weeks call us and leave a message at 4169678526. Also, obtain a copy of the operative report from the surgeon. During the surgery, the knee joint is replaced with artificial material. Exercise guide for knee replacement surgery please bring this guide to the hospital and to all physiotherapy appointments.
B reathing exe cises exercise can be done while sitting or lying down. Additional exercises after knee replacement surgery. Place your hands directly below the v formation of your ribs. In this total knee replacement exercises advanced i will focus more on the knee replacement exercises to avoid. If you have too much pain in your knee to exercise, or if any of. During stage i, continue with rice rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Your leg muscles may feel weak after knee replacement surgery because you did not use them much with your knee problems. Exercise 3 is to be performed with a slideboard under your foot. If you are having any problems with the exercises, please call sports. Attempt to straighten the knee as much as possible towards position b. This may surprise you, but you can expect to start pt within a.
It is important that your pain is controlled so that you can complete your 2 exercise sessions every day. Remember to ice your knee 20 minutes before and after therapy sessions or performing exercises. Advanced exercises after knee replacement surgery saint. Total knee replacement home exercise program phase i.
The ultimate home exercise program after a total knee. Total knee replacement exercise guide regular exercise to restore your normal knee motion and strength and a gradual return to everyday activities are an important part in your full recovery. Exercises after total knee replacement health online. It contains exercises and advice to help you recover to the best of your ability, and provides guidance so that you know what to expect. Preparing for knee replacement surgery mercy health. Doing the exercises in this handout will strengthen the muscles that support your knee to help you recover from knee replacement surgery. Heel slides lie on your back, bend your knee and slide your heel along bed toward your buttocks. This motion will cause your knee to bend and you will feel a stretch along the front of your knee. The following exercises are to be performed 10x each. See more ideas about total knee replacement exercises, knee replacement.