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 …
Pros & Cons For Rooster Comb Injections (Bad Knees & Hyaluronic Injections)
Getting hyaluronic injections is a big decision. I’ll share the pros and cons of rooster comb injections in my knee. During the process I learned about the substance of the injection itself and how it …
10 Things To Consider Before Getting Total Knee Replacement Surgery
There are many things to consider before you make the big decision to have knee replacement. I spent considerable time agonizing over whether to have the surgery and when to have it. I ended up …
TKR Surgery Preparation: My Swim Workout For Knee And Leg Strength
In this article I will explain why I took up swimming seriously at the age of 50. I will explain my early workouts and how they developed. I will talk about the benefits of swimming …
A Walker, Cane, or Walking Poles After Knee Replacement Surgery (Pros and Cons)
No matter how tough you think are, you’ll need some help moving around in the days after knee replacement surgery. Having the support of friends and family will be important, but so will the support …
5 Best Wedge Pillows After Knee Replacement Surgery (2020)
A leg elevation pillow, also known as a wedge pillow, will be your best friend as you recover from knee replacement surgery. A knee replacement wedge pillow is perfect for elevation and support. In the …
3 Long-Term Health Products For Knee Replacement Surgery (Treadmill, Stationary Bike, Elliptical)
Deciding to go through with knee replacement surgery takes a lot of planning and preparation and you’ll want to make sure you have the best TKR treadmill, stationary bike, and elliptical to ensure long term …
Pros and Cons of Total Knee Replacement Surgery (From A Retiree)
Wondering about the pros and cons of total knee replacement? If you’re like me, you may be considering getting a knee replacement. It’s a big decision and the main reason I decided to create this …
5 Best Vitamins And Supplements For My Knee Replacement Recovery
What you put in your body matters. Do you put high performance fuel in your body like dark leafy greens, complete proteins, and complex carbohydrates? If you’re like me, you don’t always eat the healthiest …