People decide to undergo a knee replacement surgery when they are in pain and are no longer able to take part in their everyday life activities. It is a highly effective surgery, and most people have less pain and are able to be more physically active after the surgery.
Typically, people see a gradual improvement in their pain symptoms during the first year after their knee replacement surgery. About 3 months after the surgery most people had less pain than they did before. After about a year, people state they have less pain and an overall improved quality of life.
In the video below, watch physical therapist Monica Kim discuss what to expect during the first year after a knee replacement surgery.
Read the full blog on "Is it normal to still have knee pain after a knee replacement?" here.
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The Curovate mobile physical therapy app can help you if you have had a knee replacement surgery to reduce pain in your everyday life and help get you back to the activities you love. Curovate is for at-home physical therapy exercises following a knee replacement, ACL surgery, ACL injury or hip replacement. The app includes a personalized exercise program, video guided exercises, and the ability to track your progress, all from your phone! You can download the Curovate app from the App Store or the Play Store using the links below.
If you need further customized assistance during your surgery or injury recovery check out our Virtual Physical Therapy page to book your 1-on-1 video session with a physical therapist.
