How long does knee replacement recovery take?
Week 1: Discharge day 3-5, walking with walker/stick, physiotherapy starts day 1 post-op. Week 2-4: Walker transitions to single stick, stairs training, drive-ban lifts around week 4-6. Week 6-12: Back to sedentary work at 6 weeks, light exercise at 8-10 weeks, swimming at 10-12 weeks. Full recovery: 6-12 months for maximum range of motion. Plan 3-4 weeks in-country for international travel.
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