Norvasc (amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) prescribed for the prevention and treatment of heart pain or chest pain from angina, and for the treatment of high blood pressure. Norvasc is available as a generic drug. Common side effects of Norvasc include: headache, swelling (edema) of the ankles or feet,
Anticoagulation (blood-thinning) therapy is recommended after all knee replacement operations to reduce the likelihood of developing a clot. Even if a clot develops in the leg, if you are on a blood-thinner, the risk of the clot enlarging and migrating to the lungs is reduced.
Back to top. Physical therapy will become very important in the months following surgery. Physical therapy improves the motion of the shoulder as it heals. Many surgeons do not start therapy for six to eight weeks depending on soft tissue repairs during the joint replacement surgery.ack to top. Physical therapy will become very important in the months following surgery. Physical therapy improves the motion of the shoulder as it heals. Many surgeons do not start therapy for six to eight weeks depending on soft tissue repairs during the joint replacement surgery.