The episode discusses what to expect when going home the same day as your knee replacement surgery 🦵✨. The doctors emphasize that while the surgery itself may go smoothly, the first few days at home can feel overwhelming. Here’s what you need to know for a smoother recovery.
You’ll learn about:
– Common physical expectations post-surgery, including pain and swelling
– Guidance on when to start walking and moving, along with mobility tips
– Important dos and don’ts to avoid common mistakes during early recovery
– Signs that necessitate a call to your doctor versus what symptoms are normal
First, prepare for pain as anesthesia wears off, and make sure to take your prescribed pain medication as the doctors advise. Also, mobility will be challenging, so pace yourself as you adjust to moving around your home.
Expect to feel tired, as medications can leave you feeling drowsy. In terms of recovery, your leg will likely be swollen, and you will need to follow post-surgery wound care instructions carefully to ensure proper healing. Ice treatment and elevation can assist in reducing swelling.
To reinforce some of the key takeaways: take your medications on time, move slowly and steadily, manage swelling effectively, and remember your knee will feel stiff as part of the recovery process. Finally, the doctors remind viewers that sleep may also be elusive during the early weeks post-surgery, so patience is key.
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