#10 - What are the Most Common Knee Replacement Complications?

The Joint Replacement Podcast · May 3, 2026 · 4m

Most patients worry about the wrong complications after knee replacement—and the ones that actually matter are often not what people expect.

In this episode, I break down the 10 most common complications after knee replacement, what’s normal during recovery, what’s not, and the warning signs you need to pay attention to.

This is the same framework I use with my patients every day to help them recover safely and confidently.

We cover:

Pain: expected vs concerning

Stiffness and why early motion is critical

Infection: how to recognize it early

Blood clots and why early walking matters

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