What should I avoid?
- Do not lift the extended operated leg. Do not cross your legs when sitting.
- Do not participate in sports with direct contact to the opponent. Do not hike in the mountains with long downhill routes. Do not take long walks. Do not play ball games, go horse riding or skiing.
- Do not lift heavy loads, but use a rucksack instead.
- Do not crouch down or kneel.
- Do not use rocking chairs and deep seats (easy chair, car, etc.).
- Do not wear high-heeled shoes.
- As a rule, it always depends to what extent you carry out the activities. Hence, do not bear any extreme loads and do not gain weight.
What else should I bear in mind?
- Do sports, such as swimming using crawl leg action, regular walks, and physical exercises.
- Wear shoes with soft, non-slipping soles that dampen your steps.
- Watch your weight.
- The doctor will decide when you are ready again to work full time depending on your professional activity.
- Always have your patient passport on you. It includes all the necessary information about the prosthesis.
We hope that our information will be of help in your decision on the knee operation. We are at your disposal for any further advice you may need, and hope you will recover swiftly and be happy with the regained quality of life.
