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Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar

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What is the role of physiotherapy after knee replacement surgery?

One of the Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in Kolkata Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar talks about the role of physiotherapy after Knee replacement surgeries and its importance. He says most people are up and walking within 24 hours with the aid of a walker or crutches. Post a successful replacement surgery a proper physiotherapy regime plays a very important role for rehabilitation and early recovery. It’s done to strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles. After you return home, therapy will continue regularly for a few weeks. Specific exercises will aim to improve the functionality of the knee. Please keep in mind that one should not do any kind of physiotherapy regime with pain says Top Knee Replacement Surgeon in Kolkata Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar.

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