Knee replacement surgery is a very safe procedure, but as is the case with any surgery, it’s impossible to get the risk of a potential issue down to zero. While it might seem like you’re in the clear once your surgery is complete, there are still a few issues you’ll want to try to prevent during
What Is The Toughest Part Of Knee Replacement Surgery And Recovery?
If you expect to need a knee replacement procedure in the near future, odds are you’ll turn to the internet or some friends or family members who have had their knees replaced for information on the operation and recovery. And while many topics may be researched, one aspect that is commonly
How Long Does A Knee Replacement Last?
Joint replacement surgery is becoming more common due in part to the fact that both surgical techniques and hardware technology have improved greatly in recent decades. Because of this, many adults are pursuing knee replacement surgery at an earlier age. The procedure is helping to reduce pain and
Could Your Shoes Help Reduce Your Risk For Knee Replacement?
New findings suggest that improving a person’s footwear could help to lower their risk for knee replacement surgery. The findings were recently presented at the World Congress on Osteoarthritis 2025 Annual Meeting, and the crux of the argument was that an issue like back or knee pain inherently
Happy Wife, Happy Life – Spouses Happier Following Knee Or Hip Replacement
It should come as no surprise that a spouse or a partner has to take on a larger role as a caregiver if their loved one undergoes knee or hip replacement surgery. However, after a few weeks, many individuals can perform most daily functions on their own with relative ease, and eventually most
What To Expect At Each Stage Of Recovery After Knee Replacement Surgery
The recovery that ensues after a knee replacement operation will be measured in months, but your rehabilitation program will change drastically as you progress through different stages of recovery. In an effort to help you understand what you’re in for and prepare you for each stage, we want to
Getting Back In The Game With Partial Knee Replacement
Is knee pain slowing you down or keeping you on the sidelines when all you want to do is stay active? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans deal with knee pain that limits their physical capabilities, but for many it doesn’t have to be this way. There are ways to overcome knee discomfort
When Can I Return To Work After Knee Replacement Surgery?
More than one million Americans have a knee replaced every year in the US, and most of these patients have yet to officially retire from the workforce. Because of this, one of the most common questions we receive from patients during a knee replacement consult is “when can I get back to work after
