Clinical Evidence
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95,000 hip replacements + 100,000 knee replacements per year in England.
Source: NJR 15th Annual Report 20242
Home-based rehab produces equivalent 12-month outcomes to clinic visits.
Source: BMJ Open RCT 20223
Early mobilisation within 24 hours reduces hospital stay by 1.8 days.
Source: J. Orthopaedic Surgery Research 2021Our 5-Step Recovery Pathway
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Book assessment
Pre-op consultation or arrange home visit for day 5–14 post-discharge.
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Initial post-surgical assessment
Full wound check, range-of-motion baseline, and swelling management protocol.
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Progressive mobilisation
Transition from walking frame to stick to unaided walking safely.
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Strength restoration
Targeted quadriceps, gluteal, and core strengthening exercises.
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Return to activity
Functional exercises for stairs, driving, gardening, and independent living.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start physio after knee replacement?
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Within 5-14 days of discharge, typically 2 sessions/week for 4 weeks then 1/week, 8-12 sessions total.
How many sessions after hip replacement?
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8-12 sessions over 8-10 weeks.
Is home physio safe after joint replacement?
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Yes, HCPC-registered, follows surgical team protocols.
What exercises are done after knee replacement?
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Range of motion, quad sets, straight leg raises, heel slides, progressive weight-bearing.
How long until I walk normally after knee replacement?
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Walking frame immediately, stick at 4-6 weeks, unaided 6-12 weeks.
Can physiotherapy prevent complications after joint replacement?
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Yes, prevents DVT, stiffness, scar tissue, atrophy.
Does Rehalign cover post-surgical rehab in Birmingham?
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Yes, covers all Birmingham postcodes B1-B82 plus Walsall, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Coventry etc.
Coverage Areas
We provide home visits across the West Midlands: