Exercise program before knee replacement to improve recovery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial studies whether doing a structured exercise or “prehab” program before total knee replacement can improve knee function and patient satisfaction after surgery. It may help you recover better and feel more confident in your outcome.
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Who can take part
- You have knee arthritis and are planning knee replacement surgery.
- You can understand and follow the study instructions (no cognitive disability).
- You do not have ongoing inflammatory muscle diseases.
- Your knee alignment and straightening limitation are not severe (no varus/valgus or extension loss over 15 degrees).
- You do not have a neurological condition that affects movement or nerves.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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