Early Mobilization After Total Knee Replacement in an Elderly Patient
Total Knee Replacement (TKR) has transformed the lives of countless elderly patients suffering from severe osteoarthritis. Recently, I had the privilege of performing a Total Knee Replacement for the mother of Dr. Purnendu Mandal, a senior critical care registrar at Mission Hospital. She had been struggling with advanced osteoarthritis, which had severely restricted her movement and daily activities.
After a detailed preoperative evaluation and counseling, we decided to proceed with surgery, focusing on restoring joint function and alleviating chronic pain. The procedure was uneventful, and through the implementation of our enhanced recovery protocol, the patient began walking with support by the second postoperative day—a remarkable milestone for an elderly individual.
This successful recovery highlights three essential pillars of modern orthopedic care:
- Preoperative optimization and patient counselling to build confidence and readiness.
- Meticulous surgical precision ensuring accurate alignment and smooth joint mechanics.
- Multidisciplinary postoperative rehabilitation, combining physiotherapy and personalized care for faster mobility restoration.
Early mobilization not only speeds up physical recovery but also enhances emotional well-being and independence—especially in elderly patients.
It was deeply fulfilling to witness her regain mobility so quickly. I sincerely thank Dr. Mandal for his trust and kind appreciation. His confidence, as a fellow medical professional, reinforces the importance of compassionate, evidence-based care in achieving outstanding patient outcomes.