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 love physical activity, testing my body and …
Knee Replacement Surgery and Time Off Work (Fast Recovery?!)
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 have concerns about your job such as: …
8 Dangers Of Delaying Knee Replacement Surgery
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 your activity and can cause additional health …
Knee Replacement For Young Patients (9 Pieces of Advice)
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, I’ll share my thoughts on when to …
6 Things To Consider When Looking For A Knee Replacement Surgeon
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 visit his friend who was an orthopedic …
How Bad Should My Knee Feel Before Getting Knee Replacement
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 already told you that you need TKR …
Best Time Of Year To Have Knee Replacement Surgery
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 right time of year is important and …
TKR Surgery: The Day Before and Day of Surgery
Preparation for surgery is very important. In prior articles I have talked about my preparation for surgery up to 6 months out. In this article I want to focus on the specific preparation the day …
Pre-Operation and Pre-Admission Hospital Appointment For Knee Replacement (What To Expect)
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 TKR surgery. The appointment at the hospital …
Advanced Exercises To Prepare For Knee Replacement (My Routine)
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 on preparation and recovery. Your doctor has …
TKR Red Flags and Self Assessment | My Knee Replacement Recovery
In this article I’ll share some warning signs that I might need TKR that slowly crept up on me over the years. At first they were subtle warnings and in time they created problems and …
Cortisone Injections Before Knee Replacement (My Experience)
Cortisone shots are injections of synthetic corticosteroid that your body naturally produces. They often relieve pain and reduce inflammation in your knee joint (and other areas too). But is it wise to have a cortisone …
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