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Title - Hip/Knee Replacement Follow-Up Therapy
Description - After your stay in hospital on the orthopaedic ward following hip or knee replacement surgery, you may have some muscle weakness and difficulty moving certain joints. You may be using walking aids such as crutches or a frame and be unable to walk as far as you normally would. You may also feel you are not back to your normal, day-to-day activities.Title - Knee Replacement Class
Description - As an important part of your rehabilitation following your knee replacement surgery, you are invited to attend the Knee Replacement Class to help you achieve the best outcome. You will be invited to the class soon after discharge from hospital. At times, there may be a waiting list to join the class. If so, you will be offered a 1:1 appointment whilst waiting for a space to become available in the class. This will be determined by your therapist.Title - Stage 2 exercises following total hip replacement
Description - The following exercises have been identified by your therapist to further enhance your progression and rehabilitation following your total hip replacement. Some of these exercises may replace certain exercises taught to you earlier on following surgery. Your therapist will advise which of these exercises you should be continuing with.Title - Wheelchair Hire
Description - This leaflet lists suppliers for wheelchair hire.