Eight to 12 weeks after surgery: Typical physical therapy programs last for eight to 12 weeks. At this point, you should be able to walk several blocks at a time and may even be able to pick up hobbies like swimming and cycling.
Delayed participation in physical therapy is the most common cause of knee stiffness following replacement surgery. The delayed participation may be a result of patient selection, patient motivation, low pain threshold or a history of medical comorbidities.
Ongoing pain after knee replacement is complex and can be related to different factors. Factors known to be associated with ongoing pain include inflammation, infection, nerve damage, incorrect positioning of the replacement joint, and depression.
The duration of post-surgery stiffness varies from person to person. On average, patients may experience stiffness for several weeks to a few months after knee replacement surgery. It’s important to note that this period is a transient phase that gradually improves with time and proper rehabilitation.
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