At NanoKnee™, we don’t just replace knees—we restore lives. And if you're considering or preparing for a total knee replacement, knowing what to expect can make all the difference in your confidence and recovery.
Our groundbreaking approach means you’ll walk within 30 minutes, return home in under 2 hours, and start getting your life back immediately. Here's what your week-by-week journey will look like—powered by precision surgery, rapid recovery, and total joint confidence.
The Day of Surgery
With NanoKnee™, the healing starts the moment the surgery ends.
Highlights:
- Procedure length: ~90 minutes.
- Anesthesia: Regional spinal block with twilight sedation (no general anesthesia).
- Hospital stay: None – it’s all outpatient.
- Walking: Within 30–75 minutes of surgery.
- Discharge: Back home in 1.6 hours on average.
- Support: App-guided rehab + direct physician communication.
Week 1: Movement Without Fear
You’re already up and walking—and you’ll continue moving every day. You’ll notice the stiffness and swelling decreasing daily. Most patients say they’re surprised by how manageable this phase feels.
Highlights:
- Daily walking encouraged
- Self-guided exercises via the NanoKnee™ app
- Back to basic activities: using stairs, making meals, getting around the house
- Minimal pain controlled with over-the-counter medication
- Driving is possible within 7–14 days for light-duty cases
Week 2: Strength and Stability Return
Your incision will be mostly healed. Swelling continues to improve, and mobility grows fast. There’s no formal physical therapy required for most NanoKnee™ patients. You’re in control, and we’re with you every step of the way.
Highlights:
- Return to routine daily activities
- Light office work may resume
- Longer walks and standing periods
- Begin light strengthening, yoga, or tai chi
Week 3–4: Function Meets Freedom
You're moving with ease, and many patients report better range of motion than they’ve had in years. By now, you’re no longer thinking about your knee with every movement. It’s working with you, not against you.
Highlights:
- Return to moderate activity: golf, biking, swimming, gardening
- Gradually increase resistance and balance work
- Post-op follow-up visit (often virtual)
Week 5–8: Back to Living Without Limits
At this point, most NanoKnee™ patients are back to full strength.
Highlights:
- High-level activities resume: skiing, running (in some cases), hiking
- Confidence is fully restored in joint stability
- Activities like dancing, tennis, or fitness classes feel natural again
No stiffness. No hardware feel. Just you—pain-free and powerful.
Looking Long-Term
NanoKnee™ uses advanced biomaterials, including 3D-printed titanium and ceramic surfaces, to deliver a joint that lasts a lifetime. That means:
- Fewer revisions
- No activity restrictions
- A joint that moves naturally, with no limitations
With proper strength maintenance and routine check-ins, your NanoKnee™ should keep up with you for life.
From Day One to Full Mobility—Here’s Your Path to a Pain-Free Future
Recovery after total knee replacement doesn’t have to mean weeks in a hospital bed or painful rehab. At NanoKnee™, you’ll be back to walking, working, and living faster, with a new joint that feels just like your own. Contact us today to book your consultation and learn more.
