How soon can one get out of bed after knee joint replacement surgery?
May 11, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
The time when a patient can get out of bed after knee replacement surgery should be determined based on individual health conditions. Patients in good physical condition with mild symptoms and lower surgical difficulty generally recover faster and can usually start walking about 1 to 2 days after surgery. However, patients in poor physical condition, with severe symptoms or undergoing more complex procedures typically require about 7 days before they can get out of bed. When walking, it is important to avoid excessive strain on the leg.
How long after knee replacement surgery a patient can get out of bed and walk should be determined based on individual health conditions under the guidance of a doctor, but generally ranges from 1 to 7 days.具体如下:
1. Good physical condition
Patients who are in relatively good physical condition with milder symptoms and undergoing less complex procedures typically recover faster. They can usually get out of bed within 1 to 2 days and begin light weight-bearing activities such as standing and walking to promote a return to normal mobility.
2. Poor physical condition
For patients with poor baseline health, more severe symptoms, or more complicated surgical procedures, recovery takes longer. These individuals generally require about 7 days before they can get out of bed and walk.
In addition, when walking for the first time on day one, patients should use crutches or a walker to avoid overexertion of the leg.
