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 article I answer a question I received …
Pre and Post Knee Replacement Surgery – Activity Expectations
If you’re considering knee replacement surgery, you might be wondering about your activity level after surgery. What will you be able to do after TKR? Will you be able to do all the same activities …
8 Months After Total Knee Replacement (My Rehab)
Eight months (279 days) have passed since my TKR surgery. The days following my surgery went by slowly as I recovered during the first month. I wondered if I had made the right decision. The …
How To Massage The Knee (and Scar) After TKR Surgery
Massaging your knee at the proper time after total knee replacement can aid in your recovery. A general full body massage can help relieve tension, stress and anxiety. It also can increase circulation to the …
10 Things I Learned After Knee Replacement Surgery
Thanks to TKR I learned a few new things about myself at the age of 67. TKR was definitely a learning experience and there were good and bad lessons. I learned that I didn’t have …
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: …
7 Months After Knee Replacement Surgery (Recovery Update)
It has now been 7 months since my knee replacement surgery. In this article I’ll bring you up to date on my progress, pain level, and even a slight setback. I traveled in the prior month …
12 Gifts For People Getting Knee Replacement
Do you have a loved one or friend who has scheduled total knee replacement surgery? You can always encourage them before surgery and you can send them a get-well card after surgery. You can also …
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 …
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 …