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#39 - What Happens in the First Month After Knee Replacement?
What really happens after you leave the hospital following a knee replacement?
In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I walk through the first month of recovery week by week—including the physical challenges and the psychological transition that patients may not expect.
We cover:
• Week 1: Survival & Stability — pain, swelling, disrupted sleep, fatigue, and learning to accept help
• Week 2: Variability — why recovery isn't linear and why a bad day doesn't necessarily mean you're going backward
• Week 3: The Emotional Dip — when progress can feel slow, motivation falls, and…
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