by Anthony Maritato PT | Dec 8, 2020 | Total Knee Replacement
What is the best way to prepare for a knee replacement? The best way to prepare for a total knee replacement surgery is to follow these three steps: Step 1 – Take a pre-operative knee replacement class. Step 2 – Schedule a pre-operative physical therapy...
by Anthony Maritato PT | Dec 7, 2020 | Total Knee Replacement
Total Knee Replacement Recovery Time Frame The recovery timeframe after a total knee replacement may be divided into three segments. 1.) The first 48-hours is focused on pain management and recovery. 2.) 48-hours to 10-days should focus on range of motion and walking....
by Anthony Maritato PT | Dec 7, 2020 | Home Exercise Programs, Total Knee Replacement
How Soon After Knee Replacement Can I Use A TENS Unit When can I start using my TENS unit after knee surgery? As long as you have been medically approved by your doctor to use a TENS unit it is safe to start using one the same day as surgery. It is important to...
by Anthony Maritato PT | Dec 1, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
7 Stretching & Strengthening Exercises for Frozen Shoulder Frozen shoulder also known as adhesive capsulitis is a condition in which the shoulder is painful and stiff with limitations in range of motion. The following 7 exercises were originally published by...
by Anthony Maritato PT | Nov 29, 2020 | Home Exercise Programs, Total Knee Replacement
Is It Safe To Jump Rope After A Total Knee Replacement Jump rope may be a safe and effective way to condition your body for impact while minimizing the wear and tear on a new knee replacement. The main reason many surgeons recommend no jogging or impact sports after a...
