How Much SHOULD You Walk After Knee Replacement? Doctor’s Advice!

[@MovewithDrMike]

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[@rajirajansbotanicalgarden5093]

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[@MovewithDrMike]

@@rajirajansbotanicalgarden5093 thanks for watching!!

[@michellearqan1343]

I am a 58 year old woman. Had a TKR this past March 2024. 5 months today. Doing really good. Physical Therapy was just "Amazing"!! I'm back to doing my housework, vacuum cleaning, washing floors & etc. I actually go in the yard & play catch with my German Shepherd. I will be honest it was rough but, I make time everyday to exercise my knee. Walking as I'm doing my housework or even go grocery shopping does help immensely. My stiffness isn't as much as it was in the beginning. My surgeon has said the stiffness will become less & less. "Positive, Mental Attitude" is my own destiny to get through this entire process!! 😊😊 Thank you 4 sharing your video Michelle from Illinois 😊😊

[@MovewithDrMike]

Wow that’s great news Michelle! Sounds like your recovery is going well and I love the positive mindset! Congratulations and wishing you the best! I’m happy you enjoyed this video!

[@michellearqan1343]

@@MovewithDrMike Thank You Sir!! Have a nice weekend 😊

[@HelloHello-bb5ik]

You are the first I have heard speak of how severely balance and walking outdoors are affected by knee replacements. I appreciate your confirming walking outside is a totally different realm after total knee compared to indoor walking. Thank you so very much.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for watching! I’m so happy to hear this video was informative for you! Take care! Wishing you the best

[@Cindy-qp1cq]

Yes, l am thankful to hear you say walking outside is different than walking inside one's home. I experienced the difference in walking outside. Thank you very much for confirming "inside and outside" walking.

[@MovewithDrMike]

@Cindy-qp1cq thank you for watching!!

[@shunter411]

@@Cindy-qp1cq I drive to a local school and walk their outdoor track. It is smooth and cushiony

[@angellarobinson9182]

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[@ladonnavance795]

Keep these video’s coming! I’ve been a Faithful follower since two weeks into my recovery as I’m now just shy of 6 months- Your spot on as to ONE’s recovery! Everyone be patient and your journey is yours, keep moving at your pace and you’ll get there. One step at a time is progress. Thanks Dr Mike

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch this one! Your kind words are inspiring! I really appreciate the support and I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos! I’m trying my best to deliver information that all can benefit from! Any particular topic you’d like to learn more about in regards to TKR recovery?

[@markshepherd7367]

I’m a 75 year old man and had a partial right knee operation in January this year 2024. I was told by a knee specialist that I couldn’t do it any harm in exercise. In my mind you cannot walk or bend your knee enough, My knee feels fantastic and l can bend it easily plus kneel on it now almost as normal. You will get trouble if you don’t exercise your knee enough in the early days.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch this video! Hope you found it helpful! I couldn’t agree with you any more! Motion is lotion! Wishing you the best in your recovery!

[@kathystclair9485]

I am 4 and half week's PO from a LTKR. You have clarified what I have been wondering. I never know if I'm walking too little. However, if I'm on my operated leg too long I feel worse pain and swelling. Thank you for this helpful information.

[@MovewithDrMike]

I’m so happy I created this video at the right time then! I’m glad this one was helpful for you and hopefully gave you a little more confidence! Wishing you the best in your recovery! Take care

[@ShafatAhmed-g2w]

4weeks before I have TKR BOTH KNEES ONE TIME AFTER 2DAYS THERPY TODAY I FEEL GOOD I AM WALKING GOOD I CAN BEND MY KNEES WELL EVERYTHING IS GOING GOOD

[@MovewithDrMike]

I’m glad to hear you’re doing amazing! Thanks for taking the time to watch! Wishing you a smooth recovery!

[@Lynneviolacat]

I’m a 70 yr old man and had total knee replacement 3 days ago. Going very well. This is a great video. Thank you!

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for taking the time to watch this one! I appreciate your comments and support! I’m glad you found this video informative! Wishing you the best in your recovery!

[@PaulaaPuckett]

Not quite 3 months after LTKR . Just finished my physical therapy after 6 weeks. Knee feels great! The secret to success is to do those exercises at home! Do those stretches! It's so important! I'll have the right one done soon and I'm going back to the same PT.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Congratulations! I’m happy to hear you’ve had a great experience and your recovery is going well! Thanks for taking the time to watch this one! Wishing you the best

[@PaulaaPuckett]

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[@mariarozario468]

My 82 yo sister had a Lft TKR 3 weeks ago and is doing well but you have answered a lot of questions and addressed a lot of mutual concerns! Thank you so very much. Lord knows all physical therapists, ike every profession, were not created equally!😂 Dr. Mike, you are a blessing!

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you so much for taking your time to watch this video and I’m so happy to hear that this video was helpful for both you and your sister! I appreciate your support and wishing her the best!

[@bryanblack4491]

Great video, Dr. Mike! I’m almost 5 weeks post-op and have no problem walking 30-40 minutes (about 1-1.5 miles at a slow pace). Pre-TKA I was cycling 60-80 miles a week, so pre-op fitness was very good. PT 3x a week and continuing recommended exercises at home on off days. Getting back in the saddle ASAP is my goal, but I’m not overdoing it. Keep working, folks!!

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch this one! Sounds like you’re doing a fantastic job! Congratulations on your procedure and wishing you a fast recovery! Thanks for sharing your experience with us all! It means a lot!

[@angelique2653]

Superb! Thank you. I'm just 10 days after TKR surgery. In convalescent care. I'm walking slowly, mindfully, about 15 minutes daily indoors and 5 minutes outdoors . This advice is very helpful.❤❤🎉🎉

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for taking the time to watch! I’m glad you found this video informative!! Wishing you the best!!

[@lisariggs7649]

I’m 58 female and had TKR in my right knee in May. I’m doing very well with that but what I found with walking and physical therapy was that my “old” left knee was really hurting. I’m bone on bone , no ACL with the left. So it was kind of a double edged sword for me to recover and walk… strengthening exercises were the same way. Did the best I could and when I get the left done next year hopefully I can walk more. It was almost like I felt the pain was more in the old knee and that’s the one that needed the ice when I was done.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment here! Hope you’re doing well!

[@pookybear7542]

This is good to know. I am scheduled to have TKR on my left knee next month and am worried about how my right knee will handle it....I have known for years that my right knee would have to be replaced, so being told my left knee needed to be done first was a surprise since I always considered it my "good" knee.

[@MissSherry]

Thank you! I’m 9 days in on RKTR I was released to cane today. Again thank you, you explain things well

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch here! I appreciate the support! If you enjoyed this video you might also like this playlist I created on my channel specific to TKR recovery! Check it out here! Take care ! ➡️kzbin.info/aero/PLJSZ9UiXuFy9FZCwQsAHdIuEXXqfH6sW3&si=t3P88OyT9UGvbXyE

[@lopezsonate3706]

Six months still have severe discomfort walking 👣

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch here!!

[@anng8811]

Same here at 4 months

[@ravenoneill8128]

I'm a 45 yr old female, I had a TKR of my left knee and I was walking day 1 of surgery. I can walk more and more each day. But I know my limits.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! I appreciate it!

[@judithharper6731]

Thank you. Just what I needed. Four weeks post op TKR. Will set weekly goals.

[@MovewithDrMike]

You got this! Thanks for watching!

[@patriciadepetrillo9400]

4 weeks after tkr..driving rt 🦵 Key:: do your Phz Ed!

[@MovewithDrMike]

@@patriciadepetrillo9400 thanks for watching!!!

[@steveharris7189]

Excellent video, most informative, easy to understand and makes total sense.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and support the channel!! I’m glad you found this video informative! Wishing you the best!!

[@chandrawatteeramkumar4360]

Thank you for this video. It gave clarification to some of my experiences

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch this one! I’m so happy to hear it was helpful! Wishing you the best!

[@gabyesquivel158]

E visto personas en you tube que quedan muy bien aun siendo las dos rodillas. La actitud dicen ellos cuenta mucho para sanar. Me deprimia el ver solo a personas viejas y no encontrar a gente mas joven con problemas de rodilla. Pero encontre algunos videos de gente joven de entre 45 a 55 años y eso me animo y me subio el optimismo. Tengo 49 años y estoy muy triste de tener que llegar tal vez en tiempo a la cirugia en ambas rodillas,solo hacia mi vida cotidiana y no sabia que estaba enferma de mis rodillas. Debo decirle,que sus videos me deprimen, por que todos se quejan de algo que salio mal en sus cirugias. Dios quiera y mejor me llame para evitar tener reemplazo,pues no se cuanto tiempo vivire. E visto videos y comentarios de personas en otros canales que estan muy satisfechos con sus reemplazos y en ellos me enfoco, DIOS SE ACUERDE DE MI SI MI VIDA VA HACER DE SUFRIMIENTO Y DE DEPENDER DE LOS DEMAS. SUS VÍDEOS SON DEPRIMENTES

[@robertogutierrez1595]

animo si se puede estoy en mi día 9 de recuperación después de la cirugía ,solo prepárate para el momento si llega tengo 53 an̈os d edad I mi rodilla se daño por 40 años de hsser roofing...si se puede

[@karensissons1955]

I've 5 weeks post surgery and am walking but having to still using crutches. I'm 68 yrs old and for 2 years had pain and had to use one crutch all the time

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

This was a good video as I have loved walking for health/fitness for 50 yrs now 72, best exercise all over benefits, so was very interested with all you discussed. Had TKR left knee 3 1/2 mths ago. Certainly do have to pace yourself. Go out everyday walking with my 🐶 on pavers & grassed areas had to cut time down from 1 hr to 40 mins. as suffered too much knee pain. Come home elevate resting not using ice as much but massage knee area by hand. Found good idea to break time up going 2 walks a day. Still feel bit of pain if try walk too fast but not too bad. Still doing P/T & will keep that up for maybe 3 more months. Went Hydrotherapy for approx. 2 months advise all to go it was heaven & believe helped with ROM. Not giving up 😅 want to be independent walk forever love to do marathon walks. Thanks Dr. Mike.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank so much for taking the time to watch and for your kind comments! It does help support and grow my channel and I can’t thank you enough! Congratulations on your recent surgery and I’m glad to hear you’ve been able to find a routine that has worked successfully for you! Wishing you the best and a fast recovery!

[@anitacapetillo781]

Which surgical cut to open the knee for tkr is best for the patient? I have the choice of a straight cut down the front over the knee or a cut that goes around the knee (right leg) , as pictured in your you tube intro picture. Are there pros and cons to each?

[@teresaspensley5640]

I’m 15 weeks tomorrow and got to do it’s in back of from doing too much at 6 weeks and am really struggling to bend my knee up behind me 😢😢😢

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching! Keep up with the flexibility exercises daily! Consistency is key! Wishing you the best!

[@RVRayRay]

Thank you for the video! I’m a 55 yo male in pretty good shape and very active (exercise 3-4x per week). I’ll be having TKR in less than 2 months. After watching several videos on the TKR experience and reading the comments section, I am terrified! Looks like I’m in for some serious pain post op. I’ve had the same knee scoped 4 times and had surgery for a torn Labrum (SLAP tear), so I’m no stranger to surgery pain but TKR pain is a whole different level from what I’ve learned. 😟 I’m hoping that my level of fitness will help speed up my total recovery time.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for watching and most of all for taking the time to comment here! I’m wishing you the best of luck in your upcoming procedure and I definitely know that your fitness level will help with your recovery! Everyone’s experience is so different from this procedure and and there are many variables that can affect your pain. Either way take it one day at a time and focus on what you CAN control! Wishing you the best and let me know if there are any other video topics you’d like for me to cover in the future!

[@karensissons1955]

Thank you for your advice

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment here! Wishing you the best!

[@sumanghai6814]

Thankyou sir 🙏

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment! I’m glad you found this video helpful!!

[@kmgreenrph]

Thanks good video.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch ! Glad you enjoyed this one!

[@Kforkyle]

I had knee replacement in both knees this year one in January and the second one in May first one has went well also the second one went well until I started walking but the puzzling thing is I am getting pain now in my first op and I am having to use a walking stick to get around

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! And congratulations on both of your procedures! What I’ve observed with my patients is that every knee is so different. Most will have more difficulty with one knee whether that is observed right after the surgery or later down the road as in your case. Stick to your normal rehab routine and continue to emphasize flexibility and strength! Wishing you the best hope that helps!

[@mariarozario468]

Thanks!

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you 🙏🏻 so much for the generous gift! I appreciate your support so much!

[@valeriebaker998]

I had knee replacement done on both knees in 2012 6 months apart. How will I know when I'll need them replaced ?

[@deborahmyrick9111]

The pain will tell you

[@LindaLayman-n7z]

i’m 6 and 1/2 weeks po and had both knees replaced and i’m feel like i super tight skin on my knees what can i do about it i feel like it’s making my pt isn’t helping or im not bending like i should be help please

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for stopping by to watch this one and for taking the time to comment! Stiffness after this type of procedure is very normal and daily stretching is going to be key to get rid of this for the long term. When you get a chance I’d recommend checking out my ‘Surgery Playlist’ on my channel where I have multiple videos where I go over some of my favorites exercises post op TKR. Check it out here 👉kzbin.info/aero/PLJSZ9UiXuFy9FZCwQsAHdIuEXXqfH6sW3&si=hr4RdrtcjqVNG8v5 Wishing you the best!

[@billbaber6653]

Thanks getting one in 10 days!

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching ! Wishing you the best!!!

[@robertogutierrez1595]

how you doing so far ? im on day 10 after surgery, still cant sleep 😢i got right knee done

[@MovewithDrMike]

@@robertogutierrez1595 thanks for watching!!!

[@rosaandrade2205]

Thank you for the information. I had surgery on the left knee total replacement 6/19/24 I’m at 98% range of motion I also go to therapy 3x week, my surgeon is not happy with my bending so he’s giving me one more month of therapy but he’s talking about manipulating the knee and I’m really scared of that, should I have the manipulation done? Thank you

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for watching and I’m glad you found this video helpful! I would say if you have 98% range of motion then you’ll really have to decide whether your current mobility will limit you in the activities you want to participate in daily. For most people 98% is ENOUGH to keep them active and mobile without feel restricted. Ultimately it has to be a decision you make and that you’re comfortable with. Hope that helps a little

[@tinawilcox7026]

If only my DH would realize that trying to get back to "normal" isn't about walking and biking for hours....but he will not listen to anyone...so we'll see what happens. No one can tell him anything....going through that procedure should have been a wake up to listen to the experts...he'll keep going because he thinks it will help him get back to work faster.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch! Wishing you the best and a fast recovery!!

[@nylancollins4002]

I’m 3 weeks out and doing pretty well, but now I’m feeling some clucking in my knee, is that normal? Started therapy 2 days after surgery and the therapist was really bending and manipulating my knee. In my opinion too much. Had me crying. I’m know measuring 94 degrees and I’m really trying not trying not to use any more narcotics for the pain.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! I’m glad to hear your range of motion is coming along very well! It’s not abnormal to hear clunking or popping noises since there is typically a lot of inflammation right after the surgery! If it’s something that persists past 6-8 weeks then I’d recommend following up with your surgeon so they can assess this further. Wishing you the best of luck and a smooth recovery!

[@marisevorster1711]

What about an exercise bike?

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! I am a big fan of using a bike to help restore strength and range of motion in the knee after knee replacement! I explain this in my video here! Check this out! Absolute BEST Exercise for Knee Replacement Recovery (THIS WORKS!) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHSadIJ-raqLmZY

[@grahamlipthorpe3178]

Are you referring to walking with crutches or without any help?

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching! I’m referring to either! This video will be applicable for anyone who uses any assistive devices or for anyone who is able to walk without a device. Hope that helps!!

[@johnperez2898]

How soon I can start walking after my knee replacement on August 19th 😮and when can I go back to the gym I'm 66 yrs old but was going to the gym before my knee iusse.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch here! Like I discuss in this video start off with small increments and you can begin that first week. It’s really important to monitor and listen to your body during this time. Returning to the gym might be closer to 4-6 months depending on how your recovery at home goes. Stay encouraged you got this!

[@TommieToler-ib8jv]

I started back at gym after 2 months. Before that, I did my PT exercises every day and slowly started walking too. I think it depends on your fitness level. Good luck

[@johnperez2898]

@@TommieToler-ib8jv TY

[@johnperez2898]

@TommieToler-ib8jv thanks Tom hopefully on pushing for the same time frame 8 days I'm all ready walking tomorrow I Will try to do things with out the walker

[@chameleonlandlord]

Can I still try to build muscle in my legs with weights after a full knee replacment.

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment here! Absolutely! You can still build strength after knee replacement using weights! This is one of my favorite ways!

[@kathrynhall1136]

@MovewithDrMike Is it true, it takes twenty-four months for overall healing after total or partial knee replacement surgery

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment! And given my experience most of the surgeons say it takes up to a year to fully recover and sometimes it’s even sooner! Hope that helps!

[@cherryrobinson1896]

I had both knee done it's hard one working and the other want to do what he want

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and support the channel! This is something we often see people struggle with! One knee normally handles the procedure better than the other! Don’t be discouraged but focus on the same recovery! One day at a time! You can do this!!

[@gurmeethkaur]

I m in my 4 and half mths surgery, while walking still having pain. Pls advise

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! Pain after only 4.5 months post op is not abnormal and it takes practice to learn how to walk confidently again! I made a video about some of my favorite tips for walking correctly! Check it out here ➡️kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH2Vi6Z9qNx_m6Msi=aJ6YlpfaRQyNQhnX

[@gurmeethkaur]

@@MovewithDrMike thank you Dr Mike. Learning alot from ur video.

[@dakshinamurthykota9345]

Thank you doctor Mike... I had TKSof my left leg 3months back in India...Now I am walking 3000 steps per day... How long it will take for me to improve my walking in a Normal way

[@MovewithDrMike]

@dakshinamurthykota9345 3000 steps is amazing! Great job! And thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! It can take up to 6-12 months for the quality of your gait to look normal again! It’s really important after surgery that you emphasize and practice QUALITY walking! You don’t want to develop a limp so there are specific cues that can help! In this video I go over some of my favorite tips to think about! Check it out here and let me know what you think! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH2Vi6Z9qNx_m6Msi=NJ3CIi6If1Zn7Fyt

[@anng8811]

The correlation between how much you walked before vs after surgery is BS. I was walking 5/6 miles a day and after surgery am struggling with walking around the block 4 MONTHS OUT!

[@shirleypope8121]

Hello . I went back to work after 6 months and it's been a total of 9months since TKR I've been feeling inner upper thigh pain. Is this s sign of hip replacement??

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching! Wishing you the best take care!

[@vijugk7254]

I had my knee replacement from February still I have problems to work with peine full down in my ankle what's going I need your help

[@joging18]

I had tkr June 21, was doing really well, however I helped my husband with powerwashing our home ,1 week ago, my knee is hurting, my tp says I may have strained ligaments ,any idea how long to heel? this?

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment! Could be hard to tell given I don’t actually know how much activity you performed on the knee. I would say if it doesn’t feel better after 4-6 weeks you should definitely follow up with your surgeon! Most of the time my patients will have small set backs in the beginning of their recovery especially since they are trying to learn what their tolerance is to standing and walking on the new knee. But quickly they learn from their mistakes and they are back to normal in no time!

[@joging18]

@@MovewithDrMike thanks

[@joging18]

Shoyldvi continue my therapy with this sprain ?​@@MovewithDrMike

[@BettySmith-q8e]

Drive in 3 months from knee surgery and I still can't bend my knee

[@MovewithDrMike]

Thank you for watching!

[@nylancollins4002]

I’m 3 weeks out and doing pretty well, but now I’m feeling some clucking in my knee, is that normal? Started therapy 2 days after surgery and the therapist was really bending and manipulating my knee. In my opinion too much. Had me crying. I’m know measuring 94 degrees and I’m really trying not trying not to use any more narcotics for the pain.