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Celebrating the (Intangible) Milestones After a Total Knee Replacement

  • Apr 19, 2023 02:42 AM Central
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Celebrating the (Intangible) Milestones After a Total Knee Replacement
Recovering from a total knee replacement means that you will eventually gain back some independence! Being able to actually walk with your own cup of coffee or a glass of water is a big deal.
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The Low-Down on Low Estrogen Levels and Inflammation

  • Dec 27, 2022 01:44 AM Central
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The Low-Down on Low Estrogen Levels and Inflammation
When your body has too little estrogen, it can lead to an increase in inflammation. This happens because without enough estrogen, your body is unable to produce enough of the hormone cortisol, which helps keep inflammation in check. 
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The Emotional Rollercoaster of a Total Knee Replacement

  • Nov 22, 2022 05:49 PM Central
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The Emotional Rollercoaster of a Total Knee Replacement
When I was first told that I needed a total knee replacement, I'll admit, I was in denial. I mean, I was only in my late 30s! How could this be happening to me?
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How to use box breathing for pain relief

  • Oct 30, 2022 11:12 PM Central
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How to use box breathing for pain relief
There are a few reasons why box breathing is effective in reducing pain. First, the act….
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The New Knee: Why Your Leg Feels So Tight Post-Total Knee Replacement

  • Oct 25, 2022 04:03 PM Central
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If you're feeling tightness in your leg after total knee replacement surgery, don't worry—it's normal! The tightness is caused by...
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Hey there, friend—Welcome to the blog!

I’m Suzie Andrade, your Knee Replacement BFF, and I’m so glad you made it here 🤍

This space? It’s your go-to corner of the internet for real talk, practical tools, and a whole lotta heart when it comes to knee replacement. I’ll walk you through the prep, the post-op, the “is-this-normal?” 🙈 moments—and everything in between—with faith, mindset, and a sprinkle of natural wellness.

You’ll find tips for healing your whole body (and spirit), navigating surgery like a boss, and living fully—even if you’re icing your knee while doing it.
Whether you're just starting to explore surgery or deep in the recovery trenches, you're not alone. We're in this together—let’s get the YET.

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Recent Posts

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📝 GROUNDHOG DAY AND KNEE REPLACEMENT RECOVERY: WHY IT’S NOT WHAT IT SEEMS
From Tears to Tools: 5 Emotional Surprises After Knee Replacement and How to Cope with Each One
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU'RE OVER IT (BUT YOUR KNEE'S NOT): THE TRUTH ABOUT RECOVERY TIMELINES
FROM STIFF TO STRONG: My Secret Weapon for Easing Post-Knee Replacement Tightness
15 Questions to Ask Yourself BEFORE Week 1 of Knee Replacement Recovery




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Meet Suzie Andrade

 
I was 41 when I was told that I needed a knee replacement and then likely my other knee would face the same fate.

I stopped playing softball.
I stopped walking just to walk. 
I stopped using stairs and curbs. (Yes, CURBS!)
I stopped parking miles away from the store simply to get extra steps. 

One day, I was on the beach, walking through sand and cursing every painful step. I wanted to walk to the water, but it was not possible. The water’s edge was too far. It was that moment I decided enough.

I drew the proverbial line in the sand and made a decision to get it done. I was 43 years old. 

I was 45 for my left knee replacement and 46 (7 months later) for the right knee replacement, because I pushed the knee too long before replacing it.  I had my right knee replaced at 48.

I had no idea that in that pain I would find purpose. I am so grateful that each of the joints have way surpassed my expectations for recovery. Mostly because I knew they would. I had no doubt they would. 

I now share the Yetter Getter Mindset and the way I got through those recoveries in a thriving free community on Facebook.

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