
Nearly 75,000 knee replacements were performed in Canada in 2018–2019, making it one of the most common orthopaedic procedures performed. Knee replacement surgeries are an effective and safe way to help patients improve mobility, quality of life, and resume normal activities. Research shows that 82% of total knee replacements are still successfully functioning after 25 years. Patients report significant improvements in stiffness, pain, vitality, social functioning, and physical function. In fact, the authors of a study reported that knee replacement provides “profound improvements of physical activity for majority patients.” Knee replacement surgery requires proper aftercare to ensure the patient recovers completely and receives optimal results with their surgery. In this blog post, we’ll look at common knee replacement post-surgical mistakes that can slow down the healing process: 1. Skipping Rehab Or Physiotherapy Depending on your age, mobility, and the extent of your surgery, your doctor will recommend visiting a physiotherapist several times a week. Professionally-administered
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