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 …
3 Months After Knee Replacement Surgery (Pain and Progress)
I know there are other people just like me who are curious about their progress 3 months after knee replacement surgery. I’ve wondered if I am on track and I’ve done my best to search …
Going Through Airport Security With A Knee Replacement
Going through airport security after a knee replacement can be an uneasy feeling. Is it okay to walk through the metal detectors? Will my new knee set off an alarm? These are questions you might …
When Can I Get In The Hot Tub After TKR Surgery
The hot tub seems like a great way to relax and recover after knee replacement surgery. The warm water is soothing and there are jets that provide a light massage. But you shouldn’t be so …
Flying After Knee Replacement Surgery (How Long Before I Can Travel)
After knee replacement surgery you’ll be struggling to move around. Don’t worry, if everything goes well you’ll recover quickly and although it may seem like time is moving slowly, you’ll be able to travel within a …