Program offers effective, patient-centred care after a total knee replacement
Knee Replacement RehabilitationPatients are given their first appointment within seven to ten days of their surgery * For patients who had their surgery at Osler, will be given their first appointment before they leave the hospital * For patients who have had their surgery at another hospital, they can be referred to this program at Osler
Patients will be assessed by a physiotherapist, then booked into a “knee class.” These classes:
- are in a group setting
- are scheduled twice a week for four weeks (eight classes in total)
- are led by a physiotherapist and a physiotherapy assistant
- will teach patient an exercise routine to improve their range of motion, strength and function
Exercises are monitored to progress appropriately. After the program, you be able to independently continue a home exercise program
Location:
Main entrance, leaf elevator
South building, Second Level, Room S.2 666
Wheelchair Accessible