Week 1
• Getting out of bed with help.
• Light exercises: wiggle your toes, bend your knee.
• Learning to walk with crutches or a walker.
Week 2
• Increase walking speed.
• Muscle strengthening exercises.
• Correct sitting and standing posture.
Week 3
• First attempts at walking without crutches.
• Exercises with an elastic band (according to the instructions).
• Ascending and descending 1 to 2 steps.
Week 4
• Gradually increase the walking distance.
• Continue the exercises.
• If necessary, schedule with a rehabilitation specialist.
How much does treatment and recovery cost?
Prices vary depending on the country, the clinic, and the implant chosen. Here are some estimates:
Diagnosis:
• Examination by an orthopedist — 100–200 BGN.
• X-ray or MRI — 100–400 BGN.
• Blood tests — from 50 BGN.
Surgery:
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