Common Myths & Mistakes About Knee Replacement surgery in India ๐ฎ๐ณ
Many avoid or delay surgery due to misconceptions. Proper prehab, rehab, and diet are key for the best results!
Letโs bust the myths & share the right approach! ๐ฆต๐ก
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Many avoid or delay surgery due to misconceptions. Proper prehab, rehab, and diet are key for the best results!
Letโs bust the myths & share the right approach! ๐ฆต๐ก
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โ Myth: Knee replacement is only for the elderly.
โ Fact: Pain & mobility matter more than age. Many in their 40s & 50s get it due to arthritis or injuries. Early intervention = better results! (2/12)
โ Fact: Pain & mobility matter more than age. Many in their 40s & 50s get it due to arthritis or injuries. Early intervention = better results! (2/12)
โ Myth: Knee replacement Surgery should be the last resort.
โ Fact: Delaying too long worsens damage & makes surgery harder. If pain affects daily life & non-surgical options fail, consult a specialist ASAP! (3/12)
โ Fact: Delaying too long worsens damage & makes surgery harder. If pain affects daily life & non-surgical options fail, consult a specialist ASAP! (3/12)
Prehab (Pre-Surgery Preparation) Matters b4 knee replacement !
โ Strengthening quadriceps, hamstrings & core before surgery helps faster recovery.
โ Focus on low-impact exercises like cycling, swimming, or physiotherapy.
๐ก Stronger muscles = Better outcomes! (4/12)
โ Strengthening quadriceps, hamstrings & core before surgery helps faster recovery.
โ Focus on low-impact exercises like cycling, swimming, or physiotherapy.
๐ก Stronger muscles = Better outcomes! (4/12)
๐ High-Protein Diet for Muscle Strength around knee replacement.
โ Before & after surgery, a high-protein diet helps muscle recovery.
โ Include eggs, fish, paneer, lentils, nuts & dairy.
โ Vitamin D & calcium are essential for bone health.
๐ก Protein = Faster healing & stronger muscles! (5/12)
โ Before & after surgery, a high-protein diet helps muscle recovery.
โ Include eggs, fish, paneer, lentils, nuts & dairy.
โ Vitamin D & calcium are essential for bone health.
๐ก Protein = Faster healing & stronger muscles! (5/12)
โ Myth: Bed rest is needed for months after knee replacement.
โ Fact: Walking starts within 24-48 hours!
โ Full recovery in 6-12 weeks with rehab & exercise.
๐ก Rehab is KEY: Physiotherapy helps regain strength & flexibility. (6/12)
โ Fact: Walking starts within 24-48 hours!
โ Full recovery in 6-12 weeks with rehab & exercise.
๐ก Rehab is KEY: Physiotherapy helps regain strength & flexibility. (6/12)
โ๏ธ Weight Control = Less Knee Stress
โ Extra weight puts more pressure on knee implants.
โ Losing even 5-10% body weight reduces stress & improves surgery success.
โ Post-surgery, avoid weight gain to protect the new joint.
๐ก Healthy weight = Long-lasting knee replacement implant! (7/12)
โ Extra weight puts more pressure on knee implants.
โ Losing even 5-10% body weight reduces stress & improves surgery success.
โ Post-surgery, avoid weight gain to protect the new joint.
๐ก Healthy weight = Long-lasting knee replacement implant! (7/12)
Rheumatoid & Other Arthritis Must Be Managed b4 knee replacement !
If you have Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or autoimmune arthritis, proper treatment is essential:
โ Control inflammation with meds before surgery.
โ Check for osteoporosis (weak bones).
โ Work with a rheumatologist & surgeon for best results.
๐ก Arthritis control = Better surgery success! (8/12)
If you have Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or autoimmune arthritis, proper treatment is essential:
โ Control inflammation with meds before surgery.
โ Check for osteoporosis (weak bones).
โ Work with a rheumatologist & surgeon for best results.
๐ก Arthritis control = Better surgery success! (8/12)
Myth: Knee replacement implants last only 10 years.
โ Fact: Modern implants last 20-30 years if maintained well.
๐ก Follow doctorโs advice, stay active, and control weight for long-lasting results! (9/12)
โ Fact: Modern implants last 20-30 years if maintained well.
๐ก Follow doctorโs advice, stay active, and control weight for long-lasting results! (9/12)
Mistake: Choosing the cheapest hospital/surgeon for knee replacement
โ Better choice: Pick an experienced surgeon & hospital with a good success rate.
๐ก Quality matters more than cost! (10/12)
โ Better choice: Pick an experienced surgeon & hospital with a good success rate.
๐ก Quality matters more than cost! (10/12)
๐ Key Takeaways for Best Recovery after knee replacement :
โ Prehab: Strengthen muscles before surgery.
โ Diet: High protein, calcium & vitamin D.
โ Rehab: Follow physiotherapy & stay active.
โ Weight: Maintain a healthy weight.
โ Arthritis: Control RA & inflammation before surgery.
๐ก The right approach = Faster recovery & long-lasting knee function! (11/12)
โ Prehab: Strengthen muscles before surgery.
โ Diet: High protein, calcium & vitamin D.
โ Rehab: Follow physiotherapy & stay active.
โ Weight: Maintain a healthy weight.
โ Arthritis: Control RA & inflammation before surgery.
๐ก The right approach = Faster recovery & long-lasting knee function! (11/12)
๐ก Knee replacement is safe, effective & life-changing!
Donโt let myths & misinformation stop you from living pain-free.
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This version includes prehab, rehab, diet, weight control, and managing arthritis before surgery. Let me know if youโd like any changes!
Donโt let myths & misinformation stop you from living pain-free.
๐ Retweet to spread awareness!
๐ฌ Got questions? Drop them below! ๐ (12/12)
#KneeReplacement #HealthAwareness #India
This version includes prehab, rehab, diet, weight control, and managing arthritis before surgery. Let me know if youโd like any changes!
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