You have knee questions?
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Watch Dr. Kurtz’s videos to get answers to your commonly asked knee questions.
Questions about knee problems
Questions about non-operative treatment for knee arthritis
Questions about getting you ready for a knee replacement (Pre Op Questions)
Questions about your hospital stay for a knee replacement (Day of Surgery Questions)
Questions about your recovery from a knee replacement (Post Op Questions)
What should I do to optimize my recovery after knee replacement surgery?
How much pain medicine will I likely need after my knee replacement?
When can I drive after a knee replacement? Return to work? Travel?
Questions about knee revisions (Knee Revision Questions)
Knee Problems: Question #1
Differentiating Hip Problems from Knee Problems
Non Op Knee Arthritis Treatment: Question #1
What are the non-surgical options for treating my knee arthritis?
Medicines
Injections
Creams/Lotions
Braces
Exercise
Non Op Knee Arthritis Treatment: Question #2
Stem Cells Injections are a waste of money
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Non Op Knee Arthritis Treatment: Question #3
Is my knee arthritis bad enough for a knee replacement?
Non Op Knee Arthritis Treatment: Question #4
What may happen if I don’t have a knee replacement now?
Non Op Knee Arthritis Treatment: Question #5
Why patients should wait on getting a knee replacement
Pre Op Question #2
Do I need to buy anything to get ready for my knee replacement?
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Day of Surgery Question #1
Can I go home the same day or do I have to spend the night in the hospital after surgery?
Day of Surgery Question #2
Can I have both knees replaced at the same time?
Day of Surgery Question #3
What hospitals can I have the surgery at?
Post op Question #1
What activities can I do after my knee replacement?
Post op Question #2
What is the most appropriate level of activity?
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Post op Question #3
How can I optimize my recovery after knee replacement surgery?
The most important thing to concentrate on after your knee replacement is the range of motion of your new knee. Walking and standing are not important and may increase swelling, pain, and stiffness which can hamper your recovery.