Post-Replacement Rehabilitation
Structured Post-Operative Recovery for Total Knee & Hip Implants
Understanding the Problem
Following total knee (TKR) or total hip (THR) replacement, progressive rehabilitation is crucial to achieve surgeon-specified range of motion, control post-operative swelling, rebuild quadriceps and glute strength, and eliminate gait limping.
Common Symptoms Observed
Common Biomechanical & Clinical Causes
- Total Knee Replacement (TKR)
- Total Hip Replacement (THR)
- Joint Arthroplasty intervention
- Post-operative muscular inhibition
Red Flags & Referral
If you experience any of the following symptoms, immediate medical or surgical evaluation is recommended before physical rehabilitation:
- Sudden calf swelling, warmth, or severe pain (DVT warning)
- Surgical wound redness, pus, or persistent fever
- Sudden inability to bear weight or joint instability
Our Rehabilitation Approach
Strict adherence to surgeon protocols, early range-of-motion work, lymphatic massage, and progressive weight-bearing balance.
Flexion & Extension Restoration
Targeted active and passive exercises to achieve full range of motion.
Body-Weight Supported Gait Retraining
Transitioning smoothly from walker/crutches to independent walking without a limp.
Scar & Swelling Management
Targeted gentle manual release and edema reduction protocols.
Functional Retraining
Practicing safe chair transfers, stair climbing, and daily activity movement.
Expected Functional Rehabilitation Goals
Achieve optimal implant movement range, walk independently without limp, and return to active daily living safely.
Schedule Your Physical Assessment
Book a structured clinical examination with our rehabilitation team at Sushila Mayekar Shopping Centre, LT Road, Borivali West.