Knee Replacement

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Part 1: Information about knee replacement

•    What is Knee Replacement (metal and plastic resurfacing)
•    The normal knee and the types of replacements
•    Indications for surgery
•    Expectations and potential problems


Part 2: Information about the time in hospital

•    Coming into hospital
•    Discharge planning
•    Your anaesthetic
•    Recovery after the operation
•    Going home plans


Part 3: Rehabilitation Physiotherapy exercises following surgery

•    Early bed exercises - the first set
•    The second set of exercises
•    Early Functional activities
•    The third set of exercises
•    Next functional activities
•    Advanced and home exercises - the fourth set
•    Further information and follow-up plans