Physiotherapy for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

Total hip and knee arthroplasties are among the most common orthopedic procedures, requiring precise, evidence-informed rehabilitation to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This comprehensive text-based guide equips you with the foundational knowledge and structured protocols needed to manage patients from preoperative education through final functional discharge. You will develop a solid understanding of surgical approaches, biomechanical considerations, and criteria-based progression models. What you'll learn: Understand core anatomical principles, surgical indications, and terminology related to joint arthroplasty. Apply preoperative preparation and education strategies to optimize patient readiness and reduce postoperative complications. Implement early-phase inpatient mobility, pain management considerations, and safe movement precautions. Design evidence-based exercise progressions for strength, range of motion, and functional gait retraining. Utilize objective outcome measures and criteria-based milestones to safely guide patients from early recovery to community discharge. Address common complications, red flags, and barriers to recovery using current clinical practice guidelines. The course begins with foundational concepts, joint anatomy, and surgical overviews before moving systematically into phase-by-phase rehabilitation strategies. Designed for physiotherapy students, new graduates, and clinicians looking to refresh their knowledge, this course requires no advanced prior experience in orthopedic rehabilitation. Start reading today to enhance your clinical decision-making and patient care.