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Stage 2 of 5

Preparing for Surgery

Everything you can do before the operation to maximise your recovery — exercise, weight, diabetes control, stopping smoking, infection prevention, preparing your home and practical planning.

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Patient discussing preparation for knee replacement with a clinician.

What this stage covers

  • Prehab: strengthening your knee before surgery
  • Weight optimisation and nutrition
  • Diabetes control and other medical conditions
  • Stopping smoking and reducing infection risk
  • Getting your home ready
  • Practical planning: work, transport and help at home

Videos

Prehab exercises before knee replacement

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Common questions

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