• How long will I have to use crutches after my knee surgery?

I recently had knee replacement surgery. Approximately how long should I be on crutches?

2 Answers

  • Surgeon
  • Ansonia, CT

Discuss with Surgeon, 4-8 weeks.

  • Surgeon
  • Columbia, MO

I would hope you would not need them long. The time you need to be on crutches is depending how well you do what the doctor tells you to do. I would hope you do well and will not need the crutches more than a short time. I wish you well.

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