Total Knee Arthroplasty
Going for surgery can be a stressful time. We encourage you to take an active role in your health. In addition to what you learn from your health care team, the videos and resources provided on this page can help you and your family understand about and plan for your surgery. These videos are available for all surgery patients and their families to watch from any internet-connected device to prepare you for your upcoming surgery.
Remote Patient Monitoring
Pre-Op Education Videos
Knee Replacement Education Videos
- Your Knee Replacement Journey
- How to Safely Inject Your Blood Thinner
- Getting into a Vehicle After Your Surgery
- Peripheral Nerve Block Removal
- Pain after Surgery
Stair Safety After Surgery
- Up the Stairs With a Single Point Cane
- Down the Stairs With a Single Point Cane
- Up the Stairs With Two Crutches and Handrail
- Down the Stairs With Two Crutches and Handrail
- Up the Stairs With Two Crutches and NO Handrail
- Down the Stairs With Two crutches and NO Handrail
Walking With a Walker After Surgery
Exercises In Preparation for Knee Replacement
- Hamstring and Buttock Strengthening
- Isometric Quadriceps
- Thigh Strengthening Over Roll
- Straight Leg Raise
- Assisted Knee Bend
- Active Knee Bend
- Enhanced Knee Bend
- Knee Bend With a Towel (or Rope)
- Sitting Knee Extension
- Sitting Knee Straightening
- Bridging
Exercises After Knee Replacement
- Active Knee Bend
- Enhanced Knee Bend
- Knee Bend With a Towel (or Rope)
- Hamstring Curls
- Sitting Knee Extension
- Sitting Knee Straightening
- Bridging
- Deep Breathing and Cough
- Ankle Pumps
- Hamstring and Buttock Strengthening
- Isometric Quadriceps
- Thigh Strengthening Over Roll
- Straight Leg Raise
- Assisted Knee Bend
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will I have pain after surgery?
- Is pain normal after surgery?
- If I have pain, should I go to the Emergency Department?
- Is swelling normal after surgery?
- Is it safe to walk?
Disclaimer: These videos are intended to be use as added education to help you perform your post-surgical exercises. They should be used together with the hand-out and instruction you received after your surgery. Please see your Physiotherapist or health care provider should you have any questions or concerns.
