Total Knee Replacement Surgery in Faridabad

Knee replacement surgery can be divided into two categories - partial knee replacement surgery and total knee replacement surgery. In partial knee replacement surgery, only the tissues or tendons or ligaments which are completely damaged are replaced with metal or plastic parts whereas in total knee replacement surgery, entire knee socket is replaced with artificial joint. Both the surgeries are complex in nature and require patients to stay in the hospital for few days for recuperation and recovery.

Since, knee replacement surgery entails lot of wear and tear, proper recovery time has to be dedicated. Below mentioned are healing and recovery tips which can be practiced post knee replacement surgery:

• Exercise: Though you will feel pain in the knees for few days post surgery, daily light exercise which does not put strain on knee joint is must for at least 15 minutes. You can follow exercises prescribed by your physiotherapist.
• Walking around: Walking with help of crutches will make you get acclimatized with crutches and help you in burning some calories.
• Diet: Diet plays a key role in recovery process. Increase intake of calcium and phosphorus based foods and protein foods to promote healing and ensure quick recovery. Salads and soups will also help.
• Household chores: Avoid performing heavy household chores like washing clothes and cleaning utensils for few days post surgery.
• Small strides: Take small strides while walking so as to avoid exerting pressure on knees.
• Wrong ways of sitting: Kneeling and sitting with legs crossed should be avoided for few days post surgery.