After Partial Knee Replacement Surgery: Answers To Your Questions
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After A Partial Knee Replacement - Answers To Your Questions
I'm doing this video because I had a partial knee replacement several years ago. In the next few minutes, I'll cover answers to questions you may have if you expect to have a partial knee replacement operation soon. I've confirmed the information in this video, by the way, by doing research on a number of reliable medical websites, including those you see on your screen right now.
How long will I be in the hospital?
Your age, general health and physical condition play a role here, but you'll probably be discharged 1-3 days after your surgery. I was discharged about 40 hours the day after my surgery. Your doctor will want to know you can stand, move about with the assistance of a walker or cane, and flexing and extend your knee sufficiently.
How long will I need assistance walking?
It could be as long as 2-3 weeks, but it could be less. I was actually getting around without without a cane or walker in about a week.
When can I take a shower or bath?
In most cases, you can shower as soon as you get home, provided you cover your incision with some kind of waterproofing. I used a plastic grocery bag large enough to cover the knee, secured with medical adhesive tape. You'll need to keep doing this until your incision heals, possibly about 10-15 days. Your doctor will probably advise yu not to soak in a tub or swim, even with the knee covered, for 3-4 weeks.
What about ice packs to keep down swelling?
You should put an ice pack on your knee several times a day, for about 20 to 30 minutes each time, for 2-3 weeks. Also apply ice after physical therapy exercises for as long as necessary.
Elevating your leg with pillows helps reduce swelling too.
How about physical therapy?
Physical therapy exercises generally start right away. You'll work with hospital staff or a qualified trainer in a well equipped rehabilitation center. You'll probably need to go several times a week for up to 3 months.
When can I start driving again?
It depends on the how well your rehabilition therapy goes, but also which leg had the operation. If the surgery took place on your right knee, you'll probably need 2-6 weeks before it's safe to get behind the wheel. If the left knee underwent surgery, you won't need that long. You shouldn't drive as long as you're taking prescription pain relievers that may limit your awareness or reduce your reactio time.
How long before I can return to work?
Once again, the answer to this question depends a number of variables: your general health, physical demands of your job, and how you travel to work. For jobs that allow you to sit most of the time, expect to return in 2-6 weeks. But if your job requires a lot of walking, standing or kneeling, or are physically demanding like construction, it may be up to 3 months.
How about recreational exercise and sports?
Talk to your surgeon. Some exercises and sports activities are tougher on your knees than others, especially those that require twisting, turning, running or jumping.
When can I travel normally?
Your doctor will probably advise against a long driving vacation or an extended airplane flight because of the danger of developing blood clots. Clots are more common after surgery, and they can actually be life-threatening. Your doctor may prescribe a blood thinner before your trip, or may tell you to postpone your plans for several months.
Don't be too concerned about setting off metal detectors when you go through airport-style security. It may happen, but it's rare. You might want to alert screeners as you're going through. My doctor gave me a small card to show screeners, just in case, but no one has ever asked me to see it.
What are the long term effects?
Expect to regain full strength and range of motion -- or close to it -- in 6-12 months. But even after that, kneeling and stooping may make you a bit uneasy for indefinitely. Some patients notice occasional discomfort, stiffness, puffiness, or perhaps less range of motion for years.
How long will my replacement components last?
The answer to this question depends on your age and the demands you put on your knee. The non-organic components in your knee are extremely durable and will probably never wear out enough to need replacing.
What about my scar?
Yes, you'll have a scar, but after 6-12 months it will be a pale, thin line, only about 6 inches long. .
Accurate information. I had mine done 50 days ago. I was able to shower immediately w/o any special coverage. Pain was minimal. Most pain has been during the flexing and straightening exercises in PT. I was somewhat scared going into the surgery, but have been blown away by how easy it has been. Biggest advice, stay on the pain medication for at least the first week. Ice is your friend. PT can hurt, but if you do it, it’ll be worth it. I have to do my right knee next and have no fears. Take care.
Hi everybody i have surgery this weeki and i learned alot of things that i needed to learn this video tnx for sharing
Did you have robot-assisted surgery? I've read they are more accurate and have fewer complications than those without.
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VERY INFORMATIVE ..THANK YOU
I am having partial knee replacement surgery on May 3,2021.
Good luck. I had both knees done several months apart in 2010. Made a huge positive difference in my life. No pain in either knee 11 years later.
Dr garu namaste after kee replacement 1 year why some people haveing kee pain , please give me reply please sir
How about the pain after surgery?
Bawahaa..it's bad but at least there's an end in site. I just had my surgery a little over a week ago
My partial knee surgery is in 1 week
Best wishes. ‘ Hope it goes smoothly.
Surgery went well
Nice job!
Unfortunately this is 5 years old. It should be deleted as very much has changed.
Can you say what's changed? My surgery is tomorrow
@@kathyclark3714 my wife had partial replacement 4 months ago. She is still recovering. I don’t know exactly what has changed except the techniques, I am sure have advanced. Her surgery only took an hour. She did have to go back in a month ago and have a manipulation done. Fast and easy and it really helps with the range of motion. Good luck, I’m sure it will go well.
@@bmwbaker thank you! I hope that your wife is 100% better soon. 4 months is short compared to the length of time I have been having this problem. Thank you again!
So sorry I had a partial knee about3 yrs. ago. I still have pain,swelling,and popping in my knee when moving my leg. Dr. Seem very unconcerned with my results.