Knee Replacement FAQ’s
Here are some frequently asked questions related to Knee Replacement Surgery, to solve your all queries and concerns regarding this procedure.
How long does it take to recover from a knee replacement?
After knee replacement, you can return to most activities within three months, and you are likely to fully recover your maximum strength and endurance within six months to one year.
How long does it take to walk after a full knee replacement?
The average person will be able to walk independently after 4 to 8 weeks. After a knee replacement, you will need to take part in several months of rehabilitation (rehab). Your rehab will strengthen the muscles of your knee and help you regain movement.
Is knee replacement considered major surgery?
Knee replacement surgery is major surgery, so it is normally, only recommended after other treatments, such as physiotherapy and steroid injections, have failed to relieve pain or improve mobility.
What is the best age to have a knee replacement?
In general, TKR surgery within the 70 to 80 year age range leads to the best results. In terms of mortality, it would be better to perform TKR when the patients are younger. Thus, from 70 to 80 years of age is the optimal time frame for undergoing a TKR.
What happens if you wait too long for knee replacement?
Delaying surgery too long can result in an increasing deformity of the knee joint. You may have to compensate for your condition by putting additional strain on other body parts (such as your other knee), as your condition worsens.
What is the best painkiller after a knee replacement?
Acetaminophen: A dose of Tylenol recommended by your doctor can provide pain relief and reduce the risk of future addiction. NSAIDs are a great alternative to narcotic pain medications, such as ibuprofen (Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve).
What is the average hospital stay for a knee replacement?
After a knee replacement, the average stay in a hospital is three days, and most patients must stay in an inpatient rehab facility for several additional days. Patients who do not want to undergo inpatient rehabilitation may spend an extra day or two in the hospital before they are discharged.
How bad does a knee have to be before replacement?
If you suffer from: Severe knee pain that limits your daily activities, you may need knee replacement surgery. Day or night, moderate or severe knee pain while resting. Inflammation and swelling in the knee that does not improve with rest or medication.
What happens if you don't do physical therapy after knee surgery?
Blood flow at the surgical site can be affected negatively by reduced blood flow. When muscles are left unused for too long, they weaken and atrophy. Not learning or relearning proper movement can put a strain on the knees.
क्या Knee Replacement Surgery असफल साबित हो सकता है?
हालांकि कुछ लोगों के लिए Knee Replacement Surgery असफल साबित हो सकती है, लेकिन ज्यादातर (95%) मामलों में ये सफल होती है, अगर Surgery असफल होती है तो ऐसे मामलों में इन्फेक्शन जैसी समस्याएँ हो सकते है , ऐसे स्थिति में आपको फिर से वापिस अपने सर्जन से बात करके Knee Replacement Surgery करवानी पड सकती है |
Knee replacement कराने के बाद किन चीज़ों का परहेज़ करना चाहिए?
Knee Replacement Surgery कराने के बाद ऐसे लोगो को बहुत सारी सावधानियाँ बरतनी पड़ती हैं , जैसे की उठते या बैठते घुटने को नहीं मोड़ना चाहिये, ठंडी चीज़ें ना खाये पिये इत्यादि |
