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Can I run after knee replacement surgery?

I will have knee replacement surgery. Can I run after knee replacement surgery?

3 Answers

Yes, with moderation
Yes but limited. For every step you take when you run puts 4 to 6 times your body weight. This adds up and can lead to early demise of your knee replacement
You should not run as a sport. You can run but limit the amount