Preparation

Not long ago there was widespread belief that total knee replacement surgery was for patients ages 60 to 75. This was a common age when people “wore out” … Read more

I am an athlete, albeit a sixty-eight-year-old one.  I have always considered myself an athlete and I plan to be a competitor until the day I die. I … Read more

Many people are having knee replacement surgery at a younger age and many are still in the workforce. If you are contemplating TKR and still working, you will … Read more

When the doctor says you need a knee replacement, it’s time to start taking the surgery seriously. Putting it off can end up making things worse.  It can restrict … Read more

Do you feel like you’re too young for knee replacement surgery? I thought I was too young and put my surgery off for several years. In this article, … Read more

I visited family prior to having my knee replacement surgery.  My son-in-law, who is a medical professional, was concerned about how much I was limping. He suggested I … Read more

Have you had knee pain for a long time and can’t handle the pain anymore? You may be thinking about having knee replacement surgery. The surgeon may have … Read more

You may be wondering when is the best time of year to have knee replacement surgery. I had the same question when I was considering TKR. Choosing the … Read more

This article explains my pre-operation appointment at my surgeon’s office and my pre-operation appointment at the hospital. My first visit with the surgeon took place ten days before … Read more

Your knee replacement surgery is fast approaching. You’ve met with your doctors, organized your home and cleared your schedule for the next 2 months so you can focus … Read more