Guidelines to Achieve Maximal Knee Flexion (Bending) Range of Motion - Total Knee Replacement

Physical Therapist Assistants Mike and Alex discuss techniques and exercises that can be used when working to increase knee flexion or bend following total knee replacement surgery. Increasing the bend is critical for functional activities, including walking, climbing stairs, getting in/out of vehicles, and more.

Total Knee Replacement Exercises to Improve Knee Bending & Flexion

Regaining knee bending after total knee replacement surgery is an important part of recovery. In this Total Knee Replacement Fitness Program, Mike and Alex demonstrate simple knee flexion exercises to help improve range of motion during the first several weeks after surgery. Managing pain and swelling with deep breathing, medication as directed, ice, elevation, compression, and regular activity can also make it easier to bend the knee.

The program gradually progresses from gentle heel slides and Knee Glide exercises to chair stretches, sit-to-stands, step stretches, walking, and everyday activities that encourage more natural knee bending. Everyone recovers at a different pace, so focus on steady progress rather than forcing your knee to reach a specific range of motion.

Watch the video above to see each exercise demonstrated and learn how to safely progress your knee bending after a total knee replacement.

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