Swollen Legs, Is That Normal After Surgery?

In this episode the surgeons discuss swollen legs after surgery. Although this can be a common finding, there are some important complications that need to be ruled out. These include bleeding, blood clot, infection, and congestive heart failure and others.

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[ronbacher]

Thanks for the video. I'm one-week post-op anterior hip surgery. The hip feels great, but my thigh is swollen, bruised & painful. Ice & doing my prescribed exercises are helping. Walking helps, too. It's frustrating, but I keep telling myself, “Baby steps.” Good luck to everyone

[jayrivera]

Thank God for this awesome video, I was literally about to go back to the hospital tonight 😔 unfortunately after viewing this i took the biggest deep/relaxing breath since they literally didn't tell me what to do if I get swelling especially on the foot. Thanks you guys are absolutely amazing.

[gdan]

Very timely as I am 10 days post op and doing well. Thank you.

[pingwatson]

Thank you for helping me work as an medical interpreter.

[stephaniezanati]

Thank you so much for this informative and light hearted video. I am 4 weeks post op from an open compound tib/fib fracture with a titanium nail due to a skating accident. I was really concerned about the swelling in my foot and this video really helped alleviate some of my anxiety. I am getting more used to wearing the compression stockings. Thank you!

[tempest]

Great guys! Just had full knee surgery and yes have swelling that keeps me awake at night but doing what the guys suggest which is exactly the same over here in the UK! Love there humour and freindliness, which is a great comfort! Love from the UK>

[julierahn]

very helpful since noticed recent swelling in the ankle, foot 6 weeks after hemiarthroplasty - thanks doctors (discovered your channel while in the hospital!)

[catarsetrophy]

You guys have great delivery, to the point short and sweet 😊 I'll sleep well tonight. Hip surgery undergone 13 days ago and I needed more info on the swelling. Great stuff! Hugs from West Australia. x0x

[daytonadream]

what great advice.thanks to both of you.

[karentittle]

I had the rt hip anterior approach hip replacement...first 2 weeks were rough...second day passed out 2 times orthostatic BP issues. My main complaints were constipation, weak, nausea...added Gatorade, ate more frequently, got off pain meds quick...started eating prunes and magnesium citrate liquid for constipation. Starting week 3 ..had first full shower yesterday. WOW...feel almost human now

[brownstone]

Very helpful thankyou
I’m day6 post op. Total hip replacement RHS
Just developed swelling in right lower leg and foot. No pain just puffy.
I’ve been mobile for last 2 days. Didn’t put comp stockings on when got home....got it on now

[karentittle]

Thank you for your very on point videos...this is actually my second hip replacement but different hip. My left hip was done 2013....I was 64...getting the anesthesia and meds out of you r body takes some time.

[minahilsaeed]

Thank you for spreading knowledge. Respected Dr, please make a video on Cemented Bipolar Hemi Arthroplasty and physiotherapy management protocol kindly.
Regards

[elsplace]

Thankful I will have your videos to watch after my surgery.

[myronyoshioka]

your videos are so very informative....thank you for all your videos....

[vffgglpMsSandy]

Hi you two.
You look great.
Thks for your videos.
See you soon😊
Many hugs

[madison]

Your station is amazing! I need a left knee replacement and have learned so much of what to do pre rehab exercises, etc. Thank you again you are SO helpful! 😀

[ifiokakpan]

I am your big fan. God bless you for the help you give.

[mafia]

92nd viewer from Nepal. Thank you Docs for info,

[deerhoads]

I really enjoy your videos especially now that 9 days ago I had a total knee replacement on my right knee.. I am a 81 year old woman in fairly good health. My surgeon prescribed pre-op PT which I did 3 weeks prior to surgery. After surgery I was kept in the hospital for an additional day because some of my blood levels were low. I was given Oxycodon and Tylenol post surgery. My discharge instruction said to stop the Oxy after 5 days. I found this odd because you always say use your pain meds. After discharge I did find the Oxy was causing confusion, but great sleep. So I switched to Tylenol. No comparison. Your video, I'm watching now focuses on swelling. My leg has swollen quite a bit. And it is hard. I take the dressing off tomorrow. I am doing PT. The therapist commented on the swelling last week but didn't seems concerned. Should the leg feel hard. I would appreciate a reply. I find it hard to contact my doctor without a direct phone number. You are stuck with a 1-800 number and you hear nothing back for several hours.

You guys are great. Keep up the good work.
Thank you.