Understanding Post Knee or Hip Replacement
After a knee or hip replacement, physiotherapy is essential to a full recovery. The new joint needs to be gradually mobilised, the surrounding muscles rebuilt, and your walking pattern retrained — all while managing swelling and protecting the healing tissues. At Physio Synapse, we deliver a structured, stage-by-stage rehabilitation programme that restores range of motion, strength and gait mechanics, helping you return to comfortable, independent movement as quickly and safely as possible.
Do these sound familiar?
- Stiffness and limited movement in the new joint
- Swelling around the operated area
- Weakness in the surrounding muscles
- Difficulty walking or bearing weight
- An altered or protective walking pattern
- Reduced confidence with stairs and daily tasks
How Physiotherapy Helps
Early Mobilisation
Safe, guided movement from the early stages to protect and progress the new joint.
Range of Motion
Hands-on and exercise work to restore full, comfortable joint movement.
Strengthening
Rebuilding the muscles around the joint for stability and support.
Gait Re-training
Correcting your walking pattern for smooth, natural, pain-free movement.
What to Expect at Physio Synapse
Post-Op Assessment
We check range, strength, swelling and your walking pattern to set a safe starting point.
Swelling & Pain Control
Techniques to reduce swelling and keep early recovery comfortable.
Motion & Strength
Progressive exercises to restore movement and rebuild muscle.
Gait & Stairs
Retraining natural walking, balance and confident stair climbing.
Return to Life
Guiding you back to work, activity and the things you enjoy.