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Navigating Knee Surgery

From Surgery to Daily Life

Confidently navigate your knee replacement journey by preparing your home, following your recovery plan, embracing gentle movement, and maintaining wound care for improved mobility and comfort.

Before Surgery: Setting Yourself Up for Success

  1. Get Informed. Learn about your procedure and recovery process. Questions help you feel more in control—your surgical team welcomes them.
  2. Plan Your Support System. Arrange for someone to help with daily activities, meals, and transportation to follow-up appointments in your early recovery.
  3. Prep Your Space. Create a recovery-friendly home by clearing pathways, removing trip hazards, and placing essential items within easy reach. Consider a main-floor rest area to avoid stairs initially.
  4. Pack Smart for the Hospital. Bring comfortable clothing, non-slip footwear, and personal items that provide comfort during your hospital stay.

After Surgery: Taking Care of You

  1. Follow Your Recovery Plan. Your healing journey is unique—follow your care team's instructions while listening to your body's signals.
  2. Stay Active (Gently). Movement supports healing, but progress gradually with your prescribed physical therapy and exercises.
  3. Keep It Clean. Proper wound care reduces infection risk. Follow all hygiene guidelines and contact your provider with any concerns.
  4. Eat to Heal. Support recovery with nutritious foods rich in protein, fruits, vegetables, and adequate hydration.
  5. Communicate. Don't hesitate to reach out about discomfort, changes in symptoms, or questions—your healthcare team is there to support you.

 

5 Essential Questions to Discuss with Your Surgeon Before Knee Replacement

Understand how experienced your surgeon is with your type of knee surgery.

No matter how routine a surgical procedure is, it is important to know that complications are always a possibility and what they could be so that you take preventative measures to avoid them or minimise them.

This is often not spoken about, but it is an increasingly important question to ask especially if you have previously suffered from allergies, dermatitis, asthma or had skin reactions to jewellery. If you have experienced any of these your surgeon will be able to offer you a coated implant to protect you from metal ion release.

Getting clear on milestones, physical therapy requirements, and when you can return to daily activities, work, and driving.

Understanding both short-term surgical risks and long-term considerations like implant longevity and potential future revisions based on your age, activity level, and health status.

5 Most Common Questions to Ask After Knee Replacement Surgery

Understanding your normal recovery timeline and how to recognize when something might be wrong. 

Knowing the warning signs that require prompt medical attention can prevent serious complications. 

Getting clarity on realistic timelines for regaining independence in your daily activities.

Understanding how to strengthen your knee safely while protecting your new implant.

Learning about the durability of your specific implant and lifestyle factors that can help preserve it.