A Total Knee Replacement (TKR) physiotherapy protocol
Phase 1: Early Recovery (Days 1 to 2 Weeks)
Phase 1: Early Recovery (Days 1 to 2 Weeks)
- Control pain and swelling using ice packs and elevation.
- Ankle pumps and deep breathing exercises.
- Quad sets and gluteal isometrics to wake up leg muscles.
- Heel slides to slowly bend the knee toward a 90-degree target.
- Standing and walking short distances using a walker or crutches with full weight-bearing as tolerated.
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