Preparing for Knee Replacement
Jump to: Getting Ready | Arranging Support | Mental & Emotional Readiness If you’re getting ready for knee replacement surgery, you probably have a lot of questions and maybe some concerns about how to prepare…
Ice Therapy Machines for Knees
Jump to: Compare Machines vs. Packs | Ready to Buy? | Best Practices Recovering from knee replacement surgery isn’t easy. The swelling and discomfort in those first few weeks can make even simple movements challenging.…
Recliner Riser Chairs
Jump to: Benefits and Features | Choosing the Right Chair | Ready to Buy? | Possible Downsides If you’re preparing for surgery or simply hoping to increase your day-to-day comfort, a recliner riser chair could…
Christine’s Knee Replacement Journey – 12 Weeks Post Surgery
As it’s now 12 weeks since my surgery for a partial, lateral knee replacement, it’s time for the latest update! See here for the previous update at 8 weeks. See how the recovery is going…
Knee Replacement Recovery Tips
According to the UK’s National Health Service, it may take several months or longer to fully recover from a knee replacement. Knee replacement recovery is a vital part of getting back on your feet and…
Walking After Knee Surgery
Knee replacement surgery (and most other types of lower body surgery) marks the beginning of a structured rehabilitation journey. For most patients, the process of regaining mobility is both physical and psychological, often involving the…
Pill Organizer Boxes
Managing medication after surgery can become a bit overwhelming, especially when schedules get complicated. I found following my surgery that using a pill organizer box made things much more manageable and less stressful. These handy…
Christine’s Knee Replacement Journey – 8 Weeks Post Surgery
It’s now 8 weeks since my surgery for a partial, lateral knee replacement on the left leg. See here for the previous update at 4 weeks. So, how is the recovery going and how have…
Knee Replacement Travel Kits
Recovering from knee replacement surgery comes with plenty of challenges, and traveling, whether for family visits, or a much-needed vacation, needs a little extra planning. From personal experience, packing the right items not only brings…
Compression Socks For After Surgery
Recovering from surgery can make even simple activities feel challenging. Support and comfort play a big part in helping get you back on your feet after a procedure. One thing all doctors recommend is wearing…
Adjustable Bath Seats
You should take your surgeon’s or healthcare team’s advice on when to resume showering or bathing after knee replacement (see this video for tips on how to take a shower post-surgery), but maintaining personal hygiene…
Raised Comfort Toilet Seat
Recovering from surgery often means adjusting even the most basic daily routines. One of the most overlooked challenges is using the bathroom. After procedures such as hip or knee replacements, a raised comfort toilet seat…