Home-Based Physiotherapy Following Knee Replacement
Written by:
Dr Richard Simeoni, Physiotherapist
Date: 1/7/2025
Why Expert Support at Home Can Make All the Difference in Your Recovery
Knee replacement surgery can be life-changing — offering relief from long-standing pain and helping you regain the freedom to move. But the surgery itself is just the beginning of the recovery journey. Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in helping you return to full function, and receiving this care at home can make the entire process smoother, more effective, and more personalised.
At Nano Physiotherapy, we bring tailored, expert physiotherapy directly to you — guiding your rehabilitation journey from hospital discharge through to your return to independence and activity.
Why Physiotherapy Is Essential After Knee Replacement
Physiotherapy is not an optional extra following knee replacement surgery — it's a critical component of your recovery. Without guided movement, structured exercise, and progressive strengthening, the new joint can become stiff, weak, and painful. A physiotherapist ensures you get moving safely and correctly, helping you avoid complications and build long-term strength and mobility.
Physiotherapy helps with:
Reducing pain and swelling
Improving range of motion and joint flexibility
Strengthening surrounding muscles
Restoring balance and confidence with walking
Supporting safe return to daily activities
Preventing long-term stiffness and functional limitations
The Benefits of Home-Based Physiotherapy
Recovering in your own home is not only more comfortable — it can lead to better outcomes. A mobile physiotherapist works with you in your own space, tailoring treatment to the real-world environment you live in.
Advantages of home-based physio include:
Personalised treatment aligned with your goals and home layout
No need to travel or arrange transport — ideal just after surgery
Familiar environment that supports confidence and comfort
One-on-one attention without the distractions of a busy clinic
Better adherence to rehab through convenient, consistent visits
Your Recovery Journey: What to Expect
Your post-operative recovery will follow a staged progression — and your physiotherapist will guide you through each phase with targeted exercises, education, and support.
📍 Early Phase: Hospital Discharge to Week 2
Swelling and pain management
Gentle range of motion exercises
Safe walking with mobility aids (e.g. frame or crutches)
Basic transfers (e.g. getting in and out of bed/chair safely)
📍 Intermediate Phase: Weeks 2–6
Progression of mobility (transitioning to walking sticks or unaided)
Strengthening exercises for quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes
Improving knee bend (flexion) and straightening (extension)
Functional tasks like climbing stairs, toileting, dressing
📍 Advanced Phase: Weeks 6–12+
Higher level strengthening and endurance training
Balance and gait correction
Return to work, driving, hobbies, or low-impact sport
Long-term planning for joint protection and wellness
The Power of a Comprehensive Plan
Recovery doesn’t end when you leave hospital. In fact, this is often when the real work begins — and where a well-structured physiotherapy plan makes the biggest difference. Your physiotherapist should not only treat your symptoms but also help you plan, pace, and progress your rehab so you can reach your full potential.
At Nano Physiotherapy, we:
Provide continuity of care from discharge to full recovery
Set clear and achievable goals for each phase
Monitor progress and adjust your rehab program as needed
Work collaboratively with your surgeon or GP where required
Support your long-term independence and joint health
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're preparing for surgery or already recovering, our team at Nano Physiotherapy is here to support you every step of the way — all from the comfort of your own home.
To book your home-based post-op physiotherapy or learn more about our services, contact us today or call us directly to speak with a member of our team.
