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This resource has been designed to help you remember the exercises your therapist taught and practiced with you. The exercises should be done slowly and smoothly. You may have some discomfort while doing these exercises after your surgery.
If pain limits your ability to do your exercises, then timing them around your pain relief may be helpful. However, if the pain becomes worse please seek advice from a healthcare professional and stop the exercises.
It is recommended that each exercise should be repeated 10 times and be done a minimum of 3 to 4 times a day. Make sure the exercises are staggered throughout the day.
Swelling is common in the first few weeks following an injury or surgery. Elevating your foot will be necessary. Proper elevation means your foot should be positioned above the level of the heart. You can use pillows or cushions at home to do this.
You may continue to be seen for therapy at Sheffield Children’s Hospital or you may be referred for ongoing treatment at a local Trust. However, it is important to continue with the exercises you have been given during your inpatient stay until you are seen by outpatient physiotherapy. This will make sure you get the best outcomes for your rehabilitation journey.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 2 times daily.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times.
With your knee straight lift your foot towards the ceiling then lower.
Repeat 10 times.
Repeat 10 times
Any change to your weight bearing status will be advised by your orthopaedic consultant or physiotherapist.
Therapy number: 0114 271 7148
Ward number: 0114 271 7394
Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
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Resource Type: Article
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