Post-operative Care

After leaving the operating room, you will be transported to recovery where you will be closely monitored before returning to your room. Once you have returned to your room and your surgeon has given approval, you will begin the post-operative rehabilitation process.

Your surgeon may recommend the following activities while you are still in the hospital:

  1. Ice and elevation to reduce pain and swelling in your knee
  2. A continuous passive motion machine that will promote rapid return of your knee’s range of motion
  3. Walking with a walker or crutches on your first day after surgery