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Episode 18: Returning to Work After Knee Replacement: Timelines for Desk Jobs and On-Your-Feet Jobs
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In Episode 18 of the Total Knee Success Podcast, Michelle explains how to return to work after total knee replacement, with timelines for sitting and standing jobs. She covers practicing job activities before returning, staying consistent with therapy, and pacing for heavier work. You’ll also learn about blood-clot prevention, workplace accommodations, and the emotional side of resuming a schedule, plus a story about a bus driver who reclaimed her independence by week eight.
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