Quality of life, after surgery

Quality of life, after surgery
After total hip or knee replacement, mobilisation generally commences on day 1 or 2 following the operation, you will often stand and begin walking. This is then followed by more intensive physiotherapy to help build up muscle and improve mobility.

An artificial joint is designed to withstand everyday stresses. Sporting activities within the usual scope are fine. Strenuous physical activities involving jarring or jolting (e.g. shock-like impacts, jumping) which expose the prosthesis to knocks and/or excessive strain (e.g. strenuous physical work, marathon runs, etc.) can affect the success of the operation.

For further information please ask your doctor.