When can I walk after robotic knee replacement?

Walking generally begins very soon after robotic knee replacement, often within the first day once the patient is medically stable. A physiotherapist usually helps the patient stand and take the first few steps using a walker or crutches. The exact timing depends on recovery from anaesthesia, balance, muscle strength, blood pressure, pain control, and the surgeon’s instructions.

Robotic assistance does not fundamentally change the basic rehabilitation principles of knee replacement. Patients gradually increase the distance and frequency of walking while also performing exercises to improve knee movement and muscle strength. Many knee replacement rehabilitation programmes begin within 24 hours, and patients commonly progress from a walker or crutches towards more independent walking over the following weeks.

Some patients progress faster than others. The goal is not to stop using a walking aid as quickly as possible, but to walk safely without significant limping or loss of balance. At ASIC Clinic, Dr. Atul Mishra and the rehabilitation team can provide a personalised walking and exercise plan. Patients should follow that plan rather than comparing their recovery with another robotic knee replacement patient.