In the case of a total endoprosthesis, popularly known as an artificial knee, good pre- and post-operative care is essential for a smooth and rapid rehabilitation process without complications. Mobility, coordination and strength training play a central role in this. A team of doctors and therapists will accompany and professionally guide the patient before, during … Exercises with a knee TEP
Exercises with the Theraband 1) Strengthening For this exercise the Theraband is attached at hip level (for example to a door handle). Stand beside the door and attach the other end of the Theraband to the outer foot. Stand straight and upright, legs shoulder width apart. Now move the outer leg sideways, up against the … Exercises with the Theraband | Exercises with a knee TEP
Complications after surgery Complications after a knee TEP are mostly manifested by pain or a delayed rehabilitation process. An operation is always a major intervention and the causes that led to the necessity of a TEP, as well as a poor general condition of the knee joint are risk factors for subsequent complications. Among the … Complications after surgery | Exercises with a knee TEP
Summary In summary, stretching, strengthening, mobilization, stability and coordination exercises are an essential and major component of rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty. They not only ensure that the patient gets back on his or her feet as quickly as possible after the operation, but also provide a good foundation in preparation for the operation and … Summary | Exercises with a knee TEP
After the use of a knee TEP, there is still a lot of work to be done before the patient can cope with everyday life again without any problems. In the days after the operation, many patients still suffer from more or less pronounced post-operative pain. The pain symptoms can be explained by the major … Knee TEP symptoms/pain
Restricted movement Painkillers After your operation you will be given painkillers in the hospital, especially in the days after the operation. These can be administered either orally or intravenously, so that the patient is as painless as possible and can cope well with the initial light mobilization exercises. There is a choice of different groups … Restricted movement | Knee TEP symptoms/pain
Prognosis Thanks to modern surgical procedures and various forms of total endoprostheses, which are specially selected for each patient, the prognosis after knee TEP surgery is very good. Thanks to a well staggered rehabilitation plan and numerous follow-up examinations, most patients regain the full load-bearing capacity of the knee joint without complications. Although it is … Prognosis | Knee TEP symptoms/pain
A total knee endoprosthesis describes a form of prosthesis that represents a complete joint replacement, in this case the knee joint. If the knee joint can no longer be treated conservatively due to illness, wear and tear or injury and if there is irreparable damage, the knee TEP is the best treatment option for returning … Knee TEP
OP Duration The duration of surgery for a knee TEP is relatively short. If the procedure is uncomplicated, surgeons schedule 90-120 minutes for the procedure. If you look at the complex procedures during the operation, you will notice that a lot of time was saved before the procedure (e.g. measuring the joint and making the … OP Duration | Knee TEP
Medication/pain reliever After the use of a knee TEP, there are a variety of different medications that can be used to support the patient’s healing process and make it more comfortable. Painkillers and antibiotics will probably be used first. Antibiotics are given so that no infection spreads in the body or the foreign body is … Medication/pain reliever | Knee TEP
Physiotherapy Physiotherapy is an integral part of the rehabilitation and post-operative treatment of a knee TEP and begins on the day of the operation. At the beginning, the main focus is on passive mobilization, manual therapy and lymph drainage to stimulate the metabolism. Cold applications can also be used to relieve pain and reduce swelling. … Physiotherapy | Knee TEP
Which sport is allowed? Sport is desired and useful after knee TEP surgery. Within the framework of rehabilitation, sport serves to restore the patient’s quality of life so that he or she can cope with everyday life without any restrictions. Positive effects for the entire organism such as improved physical performance, good blood circulation and … Which sport is allowed? | Knee TEP
