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How much physical therapy do you have to have after a total knee replacement?
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∙ 6y ago
after total knee replacement therapy should be continue three months
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Why is your knee still so unstable and without strength six months after total knee replacement?
The commonest cause is usually a poorly balanced knee ie: poor surgical technique. other causes are nerve damage and lack of patient participation in physical therapy post operatively.
Is total knee arthroplasty and knee replacement the same?
Total knee replacement is a type of total joint arthroplasty. Total joint arthroplasty could refer to any joint replacement.
What does the medical abbreviation TKR mean?
TKR stands for total knee replacement.
What causes a mushy material to form around a total knee replacement and cause it to fail?
i have knocking in the knee after total knee replacement is this normal
How do you treat nerve damage in knee?
If you are talking about the numbness in and around your knee replacement, please do not worry as it is not a major problem or complication. Also if you are suffering from back pain following your knee replacement surgery and thinking it as a nerve damage doing some physical therapy will help you with that.
What is the abbreviation for a total knee replacement?
No. THR in that context would stand for total hip replacement. TKR would be the acronym for total knee replacement.
Can you get on your knees after a particle knee replacement?
Not as soon as you want. Knee replacement surgery is a serious medical procedure. After the surgery you will usually get a therapy to get use of your new knee replacement. This will take several months up to a year.
Can plastic knee replacement cause copd?
My mother is 80, has COPD and is considering a total knee replacement
What is the cost of a total knee replacement in British Columbia?
The cost of a total knee replacement in British Columbia will vary depending n a couple of factors like age, and where you get the surgery done. The total knee replacement surgery costs about $18,000.
How long does it take for your knee to straighten after total knee replacement?
forever
What is the weight of an artificial knee?
The answer for this varies, I'm sure, and would also depend on whether the artificial joint was for a total or partial knee replacement. I have called my orthopedist and he records the artificial model in his office at .8 lbs. or just under a pound (for a total knee arthroses). -Paul Greear Physical Therapy Tech, NCTMB. Saint Lukes Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Services, Nampa, Idaho.
Can you have an MRI after a total knee replacement?
Yes
