WELLNESS BLOG
Part 5: After the Replacement — What Recovery Really Looks Like
acupuncture for post-op healing
anti-inflammatory joint care
arthritis is inflammation
emotional healing after surgery
functional rehab
holistic knee rehab
knee replacement recovery
life after knee surgery
long-term rehab strategies
pain-free lifestyle after surgery
prevent second knee replacement
protect your other knee
strength training post tka
whole-body healing
Jul 18, 2025
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So, you’ve said yes to the surgery. Or maybe you're still on the fence, wondering what life is really like after that shiny new implant goes in. Either way, this part of the journey deserves more th...
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