Knee & Hip Replacement Rehabilitation in Ashford
Regain smooth walking, bend your knee with ease, and navigate stairs with confidence through specialist joint replacement physiotherapy in Ashford.
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Dedicated Post-Arthroplasty Care in Ashford
Total knee replacement (TKR) and total hip replacement (THR) surgeries offer life-changing relief from debilitating end-stage osteoarthritis. However, the true surgical outcome depends on rehabilitating the stiff joint capsule, reducing post-surgical swelling, and waking up dormant thigh muscles.
At Physio One Kent, our joint replacement rehabilitation program gives you personalized 1-on-1 guidance, taking away the fear of moving your new joint and ensuring you achieve maximum range of motion.
At Physio One Kent, our joint replacement rehabilitation program gives you personalized 1-on-1 guidance, taking away the fear of moving your new joint and ensuring you achieve maximum range of motion.
Key Focus Areas for Knee & Hip Recovery
Achieving Full Knee Extension (Straightening)
Early manual mobilization and positioning to prevent permanent knee flexion contractures.
Safe Hip Precautions & Gait Re-Education
Guiding anterior and posterior hip replacement patients through safe movement arcs and eliminating limping.
Stairs & Transfer Training
Practicing real-world functional transfers, car access, and stairs navigation with complete confidence.
Pre-Operative Knee & Hip 'Pre-Hab'
Strengthening muscles before surgery to significantly speed up post-operative hospital recovery times.
Milestone-Based Rehabilitation Roadmap
- Weeks 2-4: Swelling management, restoring 0° extension and 90° knee flexion, weaning off walking sticks safely.
- Weeks 5-8: Progressive quadriceps and gluteal strengthening, stationary cycling, and unassisted level walking.
- Weeks 9-16: Advanced balance, outdoor terrain walking, gardening stamina, and return to recreational golf or swimming.
Frequently Asked Questions: Joint Replacement
01How long after knee replacement can I drive?
01How long after knee replacement can I drive?
Most patients safely resume driving around 6 weeks post-surgery once emergency brake reaction time and comfortable leg control are restored.
02Why is my knee still warm and swollen?
02Why is my knee still warm and swollen?
Mild warmth and swelling are normal biological healing signs for up to 6 to 9 months following joint replacement surgery.
03Can you treat me before my scheduled surgery?
03Can you treat me before my scheduled surgery?
Yes, pre-hab strengthening dramatically improves your post-surgical mobility and reduces initial recovery downtime.
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