10 Most Common Exercises After Knee Replacement

[@johnwillson]

Now in week 8 TKR having followed these exercises and more daily. Some set backs but very successful outcomes. Great exercises under control. Some of us do not have a firm bed to exercise on and must use the floor. While using the banister I go down 2 stairs, sit, and lean back to lie on the floor for say clam shells. To get back up, I reverse using the banister and stairs. Hope that helps.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It sounds like you're really making impressive progress in your recovery-8 weeks in is a huge achievement! I’m so glad to hear that sticking with the exercises has led to successful outcomes. It's all about finding what works for you! Thanks for sharing your experience and advice-it’s bound to be helpful for others on this journey. Wishing you continued healing!

[@theondebray]

I'm four days after TKR, right leg only, this is a good summary. Too much pain to do much yet, but I'm trying.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad you found the video helpful and best wishes in your continued recovery from surgery!

[@jomc20]

Absolutely impossible! 😢 im at day 6. I can barely bend by leg to 70 degrees, and that's with pain. I cannot lift it up off the bed at all. If I strain, i've sometimes managed a fraction of an inch and the pain under my kneecap is excruciating.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I'm sorry to hear about your struggles. Understand it is only the first week after surgery and these days are the toughest. Little by little it will get better and each person progresses at their own rate. Stay the course and best wishes to you.

[@kurtbutler9862]

I was the same way. Give it time and do what you can within your comfort level.

[@musicsoundelectronics5590]

Excellent video

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you very much!

[@Diana-007]

Excellent group of exercises thank you, very similar to the ones taught by my physio team here in the UK, I couldn’t do the bridge exercise for a few weeks but slowly got there but the team encouraged me because of the importance of strong glutes as well as quads as you indicate. Great to have this video reminder to watch and to do the exercises alongside yourself😁 now at 8 weeks and I’m pleased with the daily small wins I’m achieving and I’m still focusing on these exercises 2 or 3 times daily if I can. Many thanks for your time and expertise.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for your kind words. It sounds like you are working hard and have a great team on your side. Your hard work and consistency will continue to pay off as you continue to rehab and recover after surgery.

[@dordananazari1711]

Thanks

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You're very welcome!

[@Katherina81]

Thank U!!

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are very welcome!!

[@Niamh07421]

had two tkr this year- have done these plus all the ones from my pt- and ride my stationary bike-(doing 5 miles a day now) first leg is perfectly straight and an 131 degrees on the flex (8 months post) second leg at 8 weeks - extention 100% flexing at 123- still have fluid so that will get better- my advice to anyone- do some every day and if have a tkr scheduled- do these pre op- I did made a huge difference- - make your quads as strong as you can before surgery

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Sounds like you are doing very well with your rehab. Thank you for sharing very helpful advice for others going through the knee replacement process. I totally agree!

[@Niamh07421]

btw I'm in my late 60's - so you can teach an old dog new tricks lol@@KneeReplacementTherapists

[@LorettaEllis-i3o]

Thank you.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You’re very welcome!

[@alinajmi4004]

excellent presentation

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@montysonful]

big help, are most of these right after surgery or a few weeks out

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Most all of these I have patients start within the first week out from surgery, Some, such as the bridging may need to be modified due to pain or range of motion limitations initially.

[@leannckoler]

I’m recovering from a fractured patella. (4 mo out) These exercises are helpful for that as well.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Glad to hear it, best wishes with your continued recovery and thank you for watching!

[@isabelandujar9736]

Thank you I’ll be having surgery in near future

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You are very welcome hope this helps!

[@thefamily_ak1863]

Good stuff , I'm at 3weeks 2day getting stronger and more confident daily., thx

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

That’s great! Best of luck in your continued recovery and thanks for watching!

[@sandyepperson9863]

What do you do about the “sticking” point at the quad above the knee???

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

There a couple things you can try. First is just continue to perform the stretches and exercises consistently and you’ll notice improvements. Some other thing to consider are gentle soft tissue massage to the quads, heat or ice prior to performing exercises or use of TENs electrical stimulation for pain management before and during your range of motion exercises. Thanks for watching and your question.

[@sandyepperson9863]

Thank you

[@sharmilasaha7265]

Thank you doctor These exercises are very helpful One and half year passed i have tkr on my right knee These exercises are helping me to walk and do my daily chore s Thank you

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Very happy you’ve found the exercises helpful! Best wishes to you!

[@effigy8620]

Have you got a video of exercises/stretches 10 weeks post broken patella surgery? Still only on 80 degrees. Tried the bike but ended up with lots of pain and inflammation. 🙏

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Hi, I don’t have anything specific to patella fracture and surgery but essentially all exercises and stretches can apply to your situation unless you’ve been provided specific precautions from your surgeon or healthcare team.

[@smritivrrajesh]

Extremely helpful set of exercises. However, how an one do hip strengthening exercise if one has not achieved a proper knee bend, say 3 weeks after surgery

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Thank you for your question. You may have to modify your technique with those exercises. For example not bending the knees quite as much or performing through a small amount of motion. Hope this helps!

[@meditationrelaxation3449]

Sir after operation my toes are not moving for that dr have given me slippers like bandage after then also its been a week of my operation and still its the same no improvement at all please suggest any exercise for that please sir 🙏

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

I recommend consulting with your personal healthcare providers as I don't fully know what you are describing. What you can try, though are ankle pumps moving your foot up and down to encourage blood flow and reduce swelling.

[@irenekyle991]

I had knee replacement surgery 6 momths ago knee & ankle still stiff and tight can bend , straighten knee but very sore to stand & walk still hav stick please help 😊

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Sorry to hear about your continued difficulties. At this point the best thing you can do is figure out what physical activity and exercises you are able to tolerate and can perform consistently (ideally multiple days per week). This can be as simple as walking, swimming or pool exercises, using a recumbent bike or something else. Physical activity / exercise will help build strength and mobility, decrease stiffness, and long-term will help with pain management. A light to moderate intensity is perfectly ok, it's the consistency that is most important. Hope this helps!

[@irenekyle991]

Thank you

[@thefamily_ak1863]

so im at the 1yr plus mark , i would like to get stronger, can i do weighted squats now ?

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Yes, you should be able to perform weighted squats unless instructed otherwise from your doctor or other healthcare provider.

[@manjuiyer9456]

Hello sir, I had my TKR ,it has been 7 months now. I have stiffness and pain on my left knee , both stiffness and pain is on the left knee just next to stitches almost 2"away from the stitches . Pain sometime will be less. Walking I m doing morning and evening almost 40 mnts then I don't feel any pain. Only when I slide or sit or get up . Doing all my house hold work. Pls can you suggest something. 🙏🙏

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It is difficulty to specifically tell you what is causing your pain without a personal assessment, but it may be secondary to some persistent muscle weakness in you quadriceps of your thigh. I recommend trying some strengthening exercises you can fit into your day in addition to continue your walking program, that's great! Some exercises you can try are seated knee extensions, sit to stands from a chair, supported squats, partial lunges, and step ups. It will take some time to build up your strength, but as you do hopefully you will tolerate these things better with less pain.

[@manjuiyer9456]

​@@KneeReplacementTherapists 🙏🌹🙏 Thanku you so much for reply . Your answer means a lot to me .what you have said I will follow, only that pain is giving trouble to me,but that's okay as you said will do that . Thanks once again Sir May GOD bless you always and forever. Lots of love from INDIA ❤❤❤🌹🙏🌹

[@djones5864]

Does a stationary bike help

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Stationary bike is a great activity for knee range of motion and a tolerable CPM of aerobic exercise!

[@abhiramrao6299]

Hello sir, My mother had Total knee replacement surgery recently (2 days ago) but she rejects every food we give(she will reject to take food or eat in small amount) She says that whenever she eats food she gets vomiting sensation. Please tell me a solution

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

This is a better question for your personal doctor. Sometimes trying simple foods like saltine crackers or toast may work. Nausea and loss of appetite can be caused by the anesthesia from surgery, pain medicine or other medicine, or pain and discomfort in general.

[@abhiramrao6299]

@@KneeReplacementTherapists Thank you for the answer sir 🙏.

[@gurmeetboparai3880]

Don’t worry.first week after surgery it happens.call dr and they will give her nauseated medicine.then feel pk

[@mondop5270]

Why would i be having so mych pain/ uncomfort trying to push leg str8 doung that knee extension excercise 3 mnths after surgery. Stuck at 115 ish degrees

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It is hard to give a definitive reason. It is not uncommon to still have some pain at 3 months out from surgery as everything is still healing, you have inflammation and scar tissue setting in, and all the soft tissue around the knee is still adapting to the new replacement, too.

[@kathyjohnson9243]

I really like your videos but on this video you kept saying Early on so is that the first week thank you 😊

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You can think of early on meaning approx. the first 4 weeks after surgery. Many of these exercises you can and probably will continue to do past that point, but also you'll probably start incorporating some more functional and dynamic exercises into your routine.

[@jusrushem69]

Mahalos for the exercises. I must be one of the rare ones who has almost no strength to lift my leg. This is crazy

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

You're very welcome... this is not uncommon, especially early on after surgery. Stick with it and as your leg heals and you regain strength you will start to see improvements. Best wishes to you!

[@sueknutson3239]

I am out of surgery 6 months. About 31/2 months after surgery I got sciatic and been struggling with it

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

Sorry to hear about your difficulties. Here is a link to a video you may find helpful: Why Does Your Back Hurt After Knee Replacement Surgery? kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIm7c6ejaLysjsU

[@debraschepers9381]

I dont think i ever woke up . Like 3 days. Best i remember. All those meds n i was out.

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

There certainly are some powerful meds!

[@mondop5270]

I truly feel like ill never get to 120° bend let alone more. It just wont continue to improve

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

The good news is most people can accomplish everything they need with 115 deg, so gaining more bend will be beneficial but not absolutely necessary.

[@SheilaEnglish2]

Bridging? That wouldn’t be for several weeks surely. You have to be able to bend the knee enough to go it

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It certainly is variable person to person. Many people may not have enough range of motion or just not feel comfortable with the knee bent in that position, and this is normal... usually the first weeks the patient will not have the knee bent up as high and perform more of a modified bridge, a point I should have made in the video! Thank you for the good question / point.

[@melvinjackson8312]

Why does the knee feels like it’s jumps is that just reflex

[@KneeReplacementTherapists]

It could be a reflexive muscle reaction or muscle spasm. It can also be caused by nerve irritation as the leg heals and recovers after surgery.

[@melvinjackson8312]

Ok thanks