S/P Total Knee Replacement

Definition:
Knee replacement surgery can be performed as a partial or a total knee replacement. In general, the surgery consists of replacing the diseased or damaged joint surfaces of the knee with metal and plastic components shaped to allow continued motion of the knee. The operation typically involves substantial postoperative pain, and includes vigorous physical rehabilitation. The recovery period may be 6 weeks or longer and may involve the use of mobility aids to enable the patient's return to preoperative mobility
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the knee when walking
  • Pain when bending the knee
  • Pain in the knee with climbing stairs
Causes
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment
  • Regain ROM in the knee
  • Quadriceps activation exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Balance training
S/P Total Knee Replacement Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Crutch Walking
  • Patella Mobilization
  • Ankle Pumps
  • Passive Knee Extension
  • Quad Sets
  • Straight Leg Raise
  • Clams
  • Prone Glute Max Knees Bent
  • Heel Slides
  • Vmo Sets 30 60 90
  • Standing Hip Extension
  • SP Total Knee Replacement
  • Weight Bearing Restrictions
  • DVT Clot Instructions

S/P Total Knee Replacement Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Single Leg Wall Sit
  • Straight Leg Bridge
  • Lunge Matrix
  • Stationary Bike
  • Single Leg Speed Skater
  • Adductor Straddle
  • Lotus
  • Passive Knee Flexion
  • Passive Knee Extension
  • Gait II

S/P Total Knee Replacement Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Lunge Matrix
  • Speed Skaters
  • Single Leg Sit Up Squat
  • 3-Dot Squat 2 Hands