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How Soon Can You Drive After Total Knee Replacement?

Had my 2nd knee replacement surgery last May 21st. Still undergoing physical therapy until mid- August. At this point I can walk without a cane but for only a short errand daily. How will I know when I can safely drive my car again? I am 74 years old.
Thu, 7 Mar 2019
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Hello,

As you are already into the physiotherapy sessions and have a good improvement post surgery i think it wont take much time for you to get back to ADL.

Usually, the muscles take some time longer to get the strength and timely contraction in the aged individuals due to the ageing process which the muscles are undergoing.

Trying out hard the physiotherapy and continuing it for some extra time than predicted should help you walk with freedom and confidence.

Regaining the mileage of the muscle strength in ageing is little slow but possible still. Follow the exercises advised by the physiotherapist and wait for a few more days, you should be fine soon.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
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How Soon Can You Drive After Total Knee Replacement?

Hello, As you are already into the physiotherapy sessions and have a good improvement post surgery i think it wont take much time for you to get back to ADL. Usually, the muscles take some time longer to get the strength and timely contraction in the aged individuals due to the ageing process which the muscles are undergoing. Trying out hard the physiotherapy and continuing it for some extra time than predicted should help you walk with freedom and confidence. Regaining the mileage of the muscle strength in ageing is little slow but possible still. Follow the exercises advised by the physiotherapist and wait for a few more days, you should be fine soon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist