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 …
6 Months After TKR Surgery (Update On Pain Level, Progress, Observations)
Each month I’ve shared my progress with knee replacement recovery. Each month I’ve made progress and I must say, I’m feeling good. In this article, I’ll share my update 6 months after knee replacement surgery. …
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 …
5 Months After TKR Surgery (My Pain, Progress, Setbacks)
Wondering how you’ll be feeling 5 months after knee replacement surgery? I’ll bring you up to date on my TKR recovery and share the good and bad regarding how my knee feels. Once again, I’m …
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 …
17 Knee Replacement Recovery Tips (Things I’ve Learned)
Need some tips to enhance your knee replacement recovery? Some of these ideas I learned from friends and acquaintances that had already had knee replacement surgery and they shared their experiences with me. I read …
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 …
4 Months After TKR Surgery (My Pain, Progress, Setbacks)
It’s been four months since I had my total knee replacement. Once again time is flying by. Immediately after TKR, time seemed to drag and the healing progress was slow. Now that the real hard …
Swimming After Knee Replacement Surgery (My Experience and Tips)
Swimming is a great exercise for everyone. Because it’s a low-impact exercise, you can continue swimming for a lifetime. Swimming builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. Swimming can also help you maintain a healthy …
Riding (and Driving) In A Car After Knee Replacement Surgery (7 Tips)
Riding and driving isn’t an easy task after surgery. If you are having total knee replacement you may be thinking about riding in a car and driving a car post-surgery. Know this: You will definitely …
When Can I Go On A Cruise After Knee Replacement Surgery
Deciding to have knee replacement surgery usually means that you’ll be less active for a few months. This can be difficult if you’re trying to plan a vacation. My dilemma occurred a few months prior …