Knee Fascia (How I Treat and Stretch)
Have you ever heard of knee fascia? Every part of your body is encased in fascia and it’s what helps keep the body together. Knee fascia, understandably, helps … Read more
Recovery
Increase Knee Extension After Surgery (3 Exercises I Did)
The knee joint is a hinge-type synovial joint, which allows for flexion and extension and a small degree of medial and lateral rotation. Extension of the leg, which … Read more
Bruising After Knee Replacement Surgery (Location and Management)
Bruising after total knee replacement surgery is normal. I experienced mild bruising and you may experience mild or extensive bruising. Bruising will be slightly different for each individual. … Read more
9 Signs Of Knee Replacement Failure
No one likes to hear the word “failure” when you are scheduled for surgery. Those of us who made the decision to have total knee replacement (TKR) did … Read more
1.5 Year (18 month) Update After Knee Replacement
I celebrated my 18 month TKR anniversary today by taking a 10 mile beach hike with friends. 1.5 years ago, each step in the sand would have caused … Read more
16 Exercises To Avoid After Knee Replacement (What Not To Do)
For those of us who had or are scheduling total knee replacement, a big question we all have is whether we can go back to the activities and … Read more
Is It Normal For A Knee Replacement to Click
Before my knee replacement surgery I often felt clicking and crunching in my knee joint. The crunching sound (probably bone on bone) was especially common when I was … Read more
1 Year After Knee Replacement Surgery
My one-year anniversary since TKR has arrived. The first few months went by so slowly while I was consumed with my rehabilitation. After my formal therapy was over, … Read more
Knee Replacement Recovery Timeline – My Time Frame
A knee replacement recovery timeline is difficult to predict. Everyone’s time frame for recovery will be different. According to my doctor, my recovery was pretty much what he … Read more
9 Months After Total Knee Replacement
Wondering what your knee replacement might feel like after 9 months? I’ll share how I’m feeling. Overall, my knee feels great. I can remember feeling pain with every … Read more
Dental Work and Knee Replacement (Possible Infection?)
Can a tooth infection create a problem for you after knee replacement surgery? Let’s find out. If you develop an infection in and around your knee after knee … Read more
Can You Sit Cross-Legged After Knee Replacement?
If you are considering knee replacement surgery you likely have a lot of questions. Most questions have to do with post-surgery activities and range of motion. In this … Read more