Total knee replacement

Total knee replacement is a common, effective operation that replaces a worn or arthritic knee joint to relieve pain and restore function. Surgery is just the start — good rehabilitation is what gets you moving well, and most people see steady improvement over the weeks and months that follow.

Physiotherapy guides you through each stage, from early movement and walking to rebuilding strength and confidence. In this guide we cover the phases of rehabilitation and return-to-function criteria after total knee replacement — practical, staged guidance for clinicians and clear expectations so patients know what to focus on at each point of their recovery.