Our mission is to help you through all phases of your knee replacement journey (total knee replacement, partial knee replacement) for a successful recovery. Unleash your bodies full potential and return to the activities that you enjoy most.
We discuss conservative treatment options, preparation for surgery (prehab), the specifics knee replacement surgery, recovery, rehab, and physical therapy, FAQs, and much much more!
Thank you for the video. I was given this when I left the hospital. I like that you showed us other helpful tips with it. I didn’t think about it being used for the knee slides. Thank you
I’m 68 I had a knee replacement redo 13 days ago I’m no where near being on a cane yet it’s depressing watching videos with professionals saying in a week or two you should be in cane it’s crazy I’m in pain and I buckle if I don’t use a walker
Hope your recovery is overall going well. This really just a generalization. There are many factors that effect the timeline of recovery and every person will be different. Continue to work on strengthening and walking with the walker and hopefully you’ll eventually feel comfortable making the transition to a cane.
Sorry to hear about the back issues in addition to your cramping. Be sure to seek out help through your doctor or physical therapist as it's important to treat the whole individual and be proactive about any issues you are dealing with.
Sorry to hear about the continued cramps. Consider incorporating gentle stretching and strengthening exercises for your thighs and legs, particularly focusing on your quadriceps and hamstrings. Staying hydrated and maintaining a balanced diet rich in electrolytes like potassium and magnesium can also be beneficial. Applying heat before activities and cold afterward may help relax your muscles and reduce inflammation. Try to avoid sitting or standing for long periods, as regular movement can keep your muscles engaged. If the cramps persist, it’s a good idea to discuss this with your healthcare provider to rule out any underlying issues. I hope these suggestions help you feel better!
I had my replacement July 10, I am struggling with pain on the outside that feels like a pinching with specific movement, I am also unable to go down stairs normally due to the pain and tightness my PT is unable to identify exactly what the problem is at times she say's it's my back causing the pain then she will say my IT band she has even said that this may just be the way it is. The pain will go to the back of my knee at times . Any suggestions?
I can't provide a specific diagnoses without performing a personalized assessment, but I will say with a knee replacement there are changes to the alignment and volume of your knee joint. Your surgery will restore alignment as well as spacing and volume of the knee joint. What this means is all the soft tissue around the knee including tendons and ligaments are pulled and stretched tight. In addition, there is normal inflammation and swelling that is a normal part of the healing process, and you likely have started to progressively increase your activity level and exercises with your rehab. All this said, there is a lot of stress and strain on the soft tissue around the knee and things like IT band syndrome, tendinopathy are not uncommon. The best thing to do in these cases is give your body time and continue to keep your knee and body moving. I tell my patients it's ok to work through a little pain and discomfort (say 3/10 or less) as this allows your body and tissues to adapt to the stresses placed on them, but anything higher is too much as we also want to avoid an exacerbation of symptoms... hope this info helps!
I’m sorry to hear that. Have you consulted with your surgeon or gotten a second opinion? There are some options depending on what is potentially causing your continued pain. I hope you find the support and help you need.
Doing exercises before surgery can be very beneficial and is recommended. As long as cleared by your doctor and being safe can can perform these exercises.
I’m glad you found the insights helpful! It’s completely normal to experience hip and sciatica pain as your body adjusts after a total knee replacement. Finding your new normal can take time, but be patient with yourself. Gentle stretches and strengthening exercises can help alleviate some of that discomfort. You’ve got this, and better days are ahead!
I am 12 weeks post op TRKR. I had a physio massage my leg a couple of weeks ago. I now have a burning feeling in my foot and ankle area. It seems to be getting worse. Has he done damage to my nerves due to the massage?
I’m sorry to hear you’re experiencing that burning sensation. While it’s possible for deep tissue massage to cause temporary soreness or irritation, it’s important to discuss any new or worsening symptoms PT. Wishing you a smooth recovery!
double TKR 7 months still working on better ROM. Muscles and ligaments starting to get strength. Can't sit at the desk for too long without starting to seizing up.. Numb is pretty crazy. . Clicking is making me stupid. Fatique is making me nuts. Would do it all again
Seven months in can be challenging, especially with those frustrating symptoms like numbness and clicking. It’s great that you’re seeing improvements in strength, though! Keep up the hard work-you're on the right path, and your determination will pay off!
I'm sorry to hear you're having a tough day. It's completely normal to have ups and downs during recovery. Remember to be gentle with yourself and take things one day at a time. It’s great that you’re keeping a positive mindset! You’ve got this, and better days are ahead!
Sir i had femoral nerve problem instead of sciatica for nearly a year and i just found out recently. I've been doing these exercises for a week and i fell little bit better. Would i heal completely by these exercises? Please help
I can't definitively say how much benefit you will or will not receive as each person is different and all medical problems or pain have multiple impacting factors. I recommend additionally consulting with your personal healthcare provider to receive a comprehensive and personalized treatment and management plan
Thank you so much. I had mensical repair and I am at 5 months not quite able to walk like I use to without pain or too far. Also, I can't go up or down stairs normally. I will work on these exercises. I bought a step and can do a step and currently working on the mid level step, the goal being the highest step. I want to run, ski, ice skate and hike again!
What can be done if those quad muscles are getting super super tight.?? Possibly due to doing the after surgery exercises 3x everyday. 4 days out from surgery and very unfortunately and 4:18 worrying is that Workers Comp made some bad mistakes so my in home PT won’t start for 2 more days. This was a revision surgery on a failed knee replacement from 5 yrs ago
Tightness is very common, especially in the early stages after surgery. Continue also with your range of motion and stretching exercises. You can also try some gentle soft tissue massage of the muscles and soft tissue, electrical stimulation can be helpful, or some heat or ice.
Great video and i had my femoral nerve trapped and my osteopath said and advised me to do the side that wasn't hurting first then do the side that is hurting as his theory is that nerves talk to each other 👍🤔
Thanks for watching and this is not a bad strategy. Performing a movement on the unaffected side first can sometimes "calm things down" with the nervous system and make the movement on the affected side more tolerable.
I'm back squatting 225lb at age 64 after a total knee replacement and an ankle fusion. It took me five years to get there (including a side trip through cancer), but I'm getting stronger and fitter all the time now. And my range of motion is now excellent, back to normal.
I'm 4 weeks post-surgery and have just discovered your excellent channel. Thank you, there is so much helpful information and the exercises go beyond the first-week post-op.
I'm 3 years out and would be interested to know exactly what to do and how much, to maximise longevity. ie good bone strength, but minimum wear. Thanks for your chanel
You can check out this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1SnMECYnxiM.html Some of the best things you can do is to maintain a level of consistent physical activity and exercise. Most anything is good except exercises that place excessive stress through the knee such as activities with a lot of running, cutting, twisting, jumping. Also, just maintaining overall health including a healthy body weight, eating a well balanced diet. Thanks for watching!
Excellent Video and very compatible with the exercises my home health nurse has me practicing before I move to actual Physical Therapy. I will use these daily.
Lol jokes on me I do all my own editing (if wasn't clear by how amateur it is). What gets me is this video has been up 3 years and I had no idea until this comment!
After knee replacement surgery, it’s common to notice that the skin around the knee appears dry or "ashy." This can occur due to reduced mobility, which decreases circulation. Prolonged immobilization and the use of dressings or antiseptics can also contribute to skin dryness. Apply a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer, use mild soap for cleaning, stay hydrated. If the dryness is severe or accompanied by other symptoms, consult with your doc.
After knee replacement surgery, it’s common to notice that the skin around the knee appears dry or "ashy." This can occur due to reduced mobility, which decreases circulation. Prolonged immobilization and the use of dressings or antiseptics can also contribute to skin dryness. Apply a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer, use mild soap for cleaning, stay hydrated. If the dryness is severe or accompanied by other symptoms, consult with your doc.
