Knee Exercises Prior To Replacement
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You're ready for your knee to be back to moving again. We've created courses that help you through each stage.
As a Physical Therapist for thousands of patients, I noticed there was a lack of information being provided to patients before, during and after surgery. I witnessed patients experiencing frustration and prolonged pain. I created Succeed Courses so that you can get the tools to confidently prepare and recover from your knee replacement surgery. Experience strength, confidence, and mobility throughout your recovery!
Do you need more exercise ideas to deal with weakness or stiffness? Need help with limping, IT band pain, kneeling? Want a knee replacement specialist at your fingertips who focuses on YOU? I can help you with all of this in the Succeed Membership Group!
Wondering what the experts recommend to help you recover from surgery fast? Browse Dr. Sam's full list for free, grouped from "highly recommended", all the way through to "optional but helpful."
A walker will be necessary for your safety for a few weeks. If you want to purchase a walker before surgery, practice walking in your home with it so you can be extra prepared!
Depending on your mobility after surgery and your home set up, you may need a bedside commode for safety. The bucket can also be removed so you can place the frame over your toilet for help with getting on/off the toilet easier.
An ice machine is essential for knee replacement recovery. Ice is imperative for pain relief, especially duing those first 2-4 weeks post surgery when pain is highest. The ice machine will provide more consistent and longer cold therapy to help with pain. Polar Active Ice Machine is my favorite because it is extremely easy to use. Just a few tubes to connect, fill it with ice, and plug it in. If you order from their site with the coupon code, it’ll be cheaper than Amazon with free 2 day shipping! If you are having a bilateral knee replacement, order this one.
