General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
After knee replacement, early mobilisation and anticoagulant treatment form part of care. They serve different purposes: restoring knee function and preventing clots in the veins.
Take the anticoagulant regularly as prescribed and do not stop it yourself. Mention this treatment before medical or dental care. If compression is prescribed, clarify how and for how long to wear it.
Rehabilitation starts in hospital and continues after discharge at home, in a practice or in a centre according to your circumstances. The physiotherapist works on movement and muscle function through an adapted programme.
Ask to be shown exercises for between sessions and movements to avoid. Follow your instructions for weight-bearing and activity; do not resume sport without your surgeon's permission.
Consult your doctor for unusual symptoms such as fever, pain, dizziness or a swollen calf. Do not automatically attribute these to rehabilitation or wait for the next scheduled appointment.
Before discharge, confirm the anticoagulant prescription, its planned end and rehabilitation appointments with your team. At follow-up, report difficulties following the programme so care can be adjusted with your doctor and physiotherapist.
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