Stages of rehabilitation
- in a hospital: getting out of bed, walking with a walker, breathing exercises;
- first 6 weeks: walking with support, range of motion and strength exercises;
- from the 6th week: gradual abandonment of support, balance training;
- from the 3rd month: return to normal activity.
After knee replacement, the main goal is to restore full extension and flexion of the joint; after hip replacement, restore the strength of the gluteal muscles and correct gait, observing restrictions on the range of motion.
Who is indicated for exercise therapy?
- after hip and knee replacement;
- after arthroscopy and operations on the meniscus and ligaments;
- after fractures and removal of plaster;
- for arthrosis, contractures, back pain;
- to prevent re-injury.
