Guide to Total Knee Replacement Surgery

When to Contact Your Doctor

Go to the nearest emergency department if either of the following occurs:

• Pain in your chest
• Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath

Contact the Hip and Knee Clinic if:

• You have a marked increase in pain, swelling and tenderness in your leg that is not relieved by rest and elevation
• Your incision becomes red, hard, hot and swollen or begins to drain
• You have redness or pain in your lower legs, even when resting
• You have chills and a fever (above 38.5°c)
• You have a painful “click” or decreased range of motion in your knee
• You become more bowlegged or knock-kneed
• You notice blood in your stool, urine or sputum, and have excessive or persistent bruising.
• After clinic hours, contact your family doctor or go to the nearest emergency department

 

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