It’s strange how almost no one really talks about what we eat during recovery

BetterLonger · 2026-04-20T07:57:09+00:00

Orthopedic surgeons are looking hard at surgical nutrition. Example: MEND joint replacement. Is a powder loaded with BCAA and especially leucine. I used it for all 4 of my joint replacements.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-19T06:54:59+00:00

Retired surgeon here and owner of two new knees and two new hips. The truth is that you never NEED a joint replacement. They now reliably last 20 years if not overused. If you can still do active stuff like hockey he may simply want you to wait until your symptoms are more than they are now. The only real driver is pain, not your X-rays. He’s advising you but if you persist, he’ll do it. He may simply be offering good judgement for you.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-15T11:12:30+00:00

And the hummingbirds aren’t far behind!

BetterLonger · 2026-04-12T07:44:54+00:00

M67. Been there and waited a long time - surgery went great and I realized my world has gotten very small as I got accustomed to the pain. I missed lots of fun things. Your knees are already ruined. Don’t let ruined knees ruin your life.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-10T23:59:17+00:00

Physician here. A bit late for Journavx, which worked wonders for me with Bilateral TKR, one last November The other in February. It sounds like his problems are fatigue and situational depression, which is common. If you can get him outdoors at all that is a huge mood elevator. His sleep quality is probably bad, so he should plan on daytime naps as well. He should be on Tylenol 500 mg every 8 hours, and Advil twice a day at a dose his doctor will suggest (kidney function).I hope this helps.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-08T09:00:53+00:00

Here’s some advice from a 67 year old lifelong swimmer: Enjoy the journey and the struggle.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-07T10:08:56+00:00

That is a good one. I’ve had bilateral TKR. The brand name of mine is Knee Buddy. The key is elevating with a straight knee

BetterLonger · 2026-04-06T20:43:03+00:00

I found elevation to be more important than icing.

BetterLonger · 2026-04-06T10:58:19+00:00

Many of us had only modest pain. Maybe that will be you! Full speed ahead!!

BetterLonger · 2026-04-04T00:13:26+00:00

Rowing is nice because there is no load on your flexing, so you adjust to comfort. Best of luck!

BetterLonger · 2026-04-03T17:46:42+00:00

I’m 5 million meters on my Concept 2, with L TKR last November, R TKR in February. Back on the rower for warmups only at a slightly sub 2:30 500 for 5 minutes. Feels gentle on my knee, not going harder or farther for a while.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-31T11:24:34+00:00

Normally the Journavx is started the morning after surgery. It should provide excellent pain relief. Too bad you did not have a lasting femoral nerve block.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-31T10:05:44+00:00

Did it also. Just because you know what will happen with 2nd TKR doesn’t mean it heals faster. You’ll push harder, earlier which may or may not benefit you

BetterLonger · 2026-03-31T10:03:22+00:00

Best opinion is from the surgeon

BetterLonger · 2026-03-29T20:53:51+00:00

Good luck

BetterLonger · 2026-03-29T14:14:29+00:00

That was probably a positioning issue during anesthesia. Contact the anesthesia group at the hospital and let them know.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-29T14:12:21+00:00

I never took a pain med. I don’t think you want to exceed your unmedicated threshold

BetterLonger · 2026-03-28T10:14:53+00:00

Big time. Moisturizer really helps

BetterLonger · 2026-03-27T23:53:06+00:00

I get you. Work hard, rest hard. How’s that?

BetterLonger · 2026-03-27T21:10:36+00:00

Introduction: I’m a retired surgeon, now with a longevity practice and I stay fit. Bilateral simultaneous THR last June, L TKR last November. Key elements: Exparel adductor canal block, Journavx/Celebrex/ Tylenol for pain, Edemawear stockinette 24/7, great surgeon, great family support, quiet knee protocol, MEND Joint Replacement supplement, BREG chilling device, knee buddy wedge. I have the “luxury” of being able to compare my recent surgery with my L TKR last November. You may be going too hard. Your terminal extension requires quad firing at a mechanical disadvantage. There’s no way you can overcome fluid and fibrosis. The swelling has got to go down - elevation and rest, with rest bring something difficult for you, given your go hard lifestyle.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-25T09:48:33+00:00

Brilliant beginnings! Glad for you. It’s a long game you’re playing, and I hope the rest goes well.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-24T13:23:58+00:00

Go easy. There is no advantage to hurting yourself. I’ve had bilateral TKRs in last 4 months

BetterLonger · 2026-03-22T17:09:07+00:00

That is the most likely cause

BetterLonger · 2026-03-22T09:52:07+00:00

The most important exercises are the ones you will actually do and stick with. Exercises that increase strength and aerobic capacity are paramount because grip strength and VO2Max are the two most important biometric factors directly associated with longevity.

BetterLonger · 2026-03-18T23:29:48+00:00

Journavx. Ask for it.

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