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10 knee replacement exercises for recovery after surgery

Try these knee replacement exercises recommended by physical therapists before and after knee replacement surgery to recover smoothly.

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Person in mauve athletic wear practicing knee replacement exercises using a wooden desk for support against white background
Published Date: Jun 17, 2025
Person in mauve athletic wear practicing knee replacement exercises using a wooden desk for support against white background
Table of Contents

1. Calf raises

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2. Quad sets

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3. Heel slide with a towel

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4. Straight leg raise

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5. Table squats

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1. Sit to stand

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2. Modified tricep dips

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3. Knee extension with band

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4. Knee hug

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5. Seated hamstring stretch

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Table of Contents
How long should you do exercises after a knee replacement?
5 exercises to do after a knee replacement
1. Calf raises
2. Quad sets
3. Heel slide with a towel
4. Straight leg raise
5. Table squats
5 exercises to do before a knee replacement 
1. Sit to stand
2. Modified tricep dips
3. Knee extension with band
4. Knee hug
5. Seated hamstring stretch
Safety tips to keep in mind
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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