According to the National Association of Homebuilders, over half of the houses built in the U.S. are two stories tall. Many of these homes feature bedrooms, bathrooms, and other important areas on the second floor that may not be accessible when a weight-bearing joint is recovering from an invasive procedure, leading many people to wonder, “When can I climb stairs after total knee replacement surgery?”
Joint pain shouldn’t mean putting life on hold. However, that’s the reality for many Canadians. Due to the current landscape of Canada’s public healthcare system, surgical waitlists for joint replacement surgeries can stretch from several months to years.
You’re not alone if you’ve been experiencing persistent knee stiffness or discomfort. In fact, having a knee overuse injury is a common issue among active adults, including athletes and people with physically demanding jobs.
In most cases, experiencing swelling after hip replacement is a normal part of the healing journey. Post-hip replacement swelling is usually due to a combination of the body’s natural inflammatory response while healing from surgical trauma caused to the tissues and gravity-induced fluid accumulation.
Canada’s average wait time for joint replacement has grown significantly over the last handful of years, raising concern for many Canadians suffering from debilitating knee or hip pain.
Hip flexor strains involve overstretching or tearing the muscles that enable you to lift your knee and bend at the waist, usually due to sudden movements or overuse.
Dr. Shane Martin
