There could be several reasons for difficulty walking without a cane after knee replacement surgery a year ago. These may include insufficient rehabilitation, muscle weakness, stiffness in the joint, or underlying issues such as Arthritis or nerve damage. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional or physical therapist to assess your progress and determine appropriate interventions to improve your mobility.
You should be able to walk with a cane or walker.
Recovery time after a total knee replacement can vary widely among individuals, but many patients are able to walk without a cane within 6 to 12 weeks post-surgery. Factors such as age, overall health, physical therapy adherence, and the complexity of the surgery can influence this timeline. It's important to follow your surgeon's recommendations and participate in rehabilitation to optimize recovery. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
The amount for a knee replacement would be between $20,000 and $35,000 without insurance coverage. If there is insurance coverage, the out of pocket expense can be lowered.
extracellular fluid gets in between the prosthesis - causing the popping noise as it is squeezed out. Can happen without having a knee replacement also.
It's a question of pain, if you can take the pain of the metal digging into you ligament then yes. sometimes, kneeling is impossible due to where the knee replacement is and you cannot bend you leg properly.
The attune knee replacement is the newest innovated, type of knee replacement. The attune knee replacement is so good that is provides more mobility and it eases the unstable feeling most all patients have with any other type of knee replacement.
How can I find what knee replacement was used for my surgery?
Will Medicare pay for a second knee replacement on the same knee?
Knee surgeries
Total knee replacement is a type of total joint arthroplasty. Total joint arthroplasty could refer to any joint replacement.
i have knocking in the knee after total knee replacement is this normal
My mother is 80, has COPD and is considering a total knee replacement