When someone who helped guide my own knee replacement recovery recommends the resources I've created to his patients, that means something special. I've been through three knee replacements, and if there's one thing I've learned, it's that recovery involves so much more than physical therapy exercises and getting your range of motion back.
There's the preparation before surgery, the questions you don't know to ask, the emotions that catch you off guard, and the everyday challenges that no one seems to warn you about.
It's exactly why I created the Knee Replacement Hub— a place where people preparing for or recovering from knee replacement surgery can find education, practical tips, videos, interviews, and resources to help them feel more informed and supported throughout their journey.
But don't just take my word for it.
A Physical Therapist's Perspective on Knee Replacement Preparation
I'd like to introduce you to Jacob Kelso, a licensed physical therapist who personally worked with me during my knee replacement recovery. Jacob understands the clinical side of knee replacement rehabilitation, but he also recognizes something I've become incredibly passionate about: patients need more education and support than can realistically fit into their medical appointments.
He's had the opportunity to explore the Knee Replacement Hub himself, and what he shared in a Google review was incredibly meaningful to me. Rather than paraphrase his experience, I want you to hear his perspective in his own words.
What Jacob Kelso, Licensed Physical Therapist, Had to Say
As a licensed physical therapist, I have seen firsthand how a patient’s knowledge and preparation directly impact their surgical outcomes. The literature supports it, and my clinical experience confirms it. Patients who are adequately prepared before knee replacement surgery nearly ALWAYS do better post-operatively. That is exactly why I am writing this review and want to give a HUGE shoutout to Suzie Andrade, the Knee Replacement Coach.
In the medical field, we face a hard reality: appointment windows are limited, and there is simply not enough time to walk each patient through every physical, emotional, and logistical aspect of a knee replacement. That gap in patient education has real consequences, for outcomes, for recovery timelines, and for overall wellbeing. Suzie’s platform addresses that gap directly and with a level of depth that frankly impresses me as a clinician.What separates the Knee Replacement Hub from generic online resources is its comprehensive approach. Most pre- and post-op content online focuses exclusively on the physical rehabilitation side. Suzie goes further in covering the cognitive and spiritual dimensions of recovery that we in the medical community know matter enormously, but rarely have the bandwidth to address with our patients. That holistic framework aligns closely with what the research supports around successful long-term outcomes.
Whether someone is preparing for surgery, in the thick of early recovery, or working through the later stages of rehabilitation, this hub provides structured, credible, and compassionate guidance at every phase. I have and will continue to recommend Suzie Andrade’s Knee Replacement Hub to my patients as a trusted supplement to their clinical care. If you or a loved one is approaching knee replacement surgery, this resource is not only worth your time, it’s critical.— Jacob Kelso, Licensed Physical TherapistOriginally shared as a Google review.
Why This Endorsement Means So Much to Me
One of the things Jacob said that really stood out to me was his acknowledgment that medical professionals simply don't have enough time during appointments to address every aspect of knee replacement preparation and recovery. And he's right.
Your surgeon and physical therapist play essential roles in your recovery. But what about all those questions that come up between appointments? What should you have ready at home before surgery? How do you navigate the frustration when recovery isn't moving as quickly as you'd hoped? What about the emotional ups and downs, the loss of independence, or the fear that you're somehow falling behind?
Those are the gaps I want to help fill.
The Knee Replacement Hub was created to complement the care you receive from your medical team, not replace it. Having a physical therapist who knows my personal recovery journey recognize the value of these resources — and recommend them to his own patients — is an incredible affirmation of why I started sharing my experiences in the first place.
You Don't Have to Figure Out Knee Replacement Alone
Whether your surgery is still on the calendar, you're navigating those first challenging weeks afterward, or you're further along in recovery and wondering what's next, having access to helpful information can make a difference.
Inside the Knee Replacement Hub, you'll find a growing collection of educational resources, practical tips, videos, interviews, and insights designed to help you navigate the many sides of knee replacement. Because preparation isn't just about your knee. And recovery isn't just about your exercises.
It's about YOU — the whole person walking through this experience.
If you're looking for a place to learn, prepare, and find encouragement along the way, I'd love for you to explore what I've created.
And remember, your knee replacement journey is your own. You don't have to navigate it without support.
Hugs,
Suzie
The Knee Replacement Hub provides educational resources and personal insights intended to complement, not replace, individualized medical advice or treatment from your healthcare team.
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