My internal alarm goes off at 4 AM. It's dark. It's quiet. And here's the strange part: I don't have a single workout scheduled today. No swim, no bike, and no run. Nothing. So why am I awake? The Habit That Won't Let Go If you're an athlete, you know...
Total Knee Replacement: Week 5
I just finished Week 5 of post op total knee replacement (TKR). Like the last few weeks, I've been posting every other week, but this one felt too important to skip. This week was rough. Let's Talk About the Pain I read all over the internet that Weeks 5 and...
One Month After Total Knee Replacement
We've officially hit week five of my total knee replacement recovery — and before I tell you where things stand right now, I want to take you back through the last three weeks. Not the polished, "look how strong I am" version. The messy one. Because if you're going through...
The Evolution of Knee Surgery: From Open to Arthroscopic
Knee pain can sideline you from the activities you love. For decades, surgery has offered a solution for severe injuries and arthritis, but the procedures themselves have undergone a remarkable transformation. What once required long hospital stays and extensive recovery periods has evolved into sophisticated, minimally invasive techniques that get...
What is the Difference Between an ACL and Meniscus Tear?
In our latest interview on Hilary Topper on Air, we had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Sabrina Strickland, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery. With her expertise in knee and shoulder injuries, Dr. Strickland has helped countless patients return to their...
New Way to Alleviate Pain and Recovery
On today's episode of Hilary Topper on Air, I talk with Darren Lancaster, CEO and co-founder of GOSleeves.com. His game-changing technology is for anyone active, from elite to weekend warriors. GOSleeves have merged compression sleeves with the science of kinesiology taping to create a unique product line that really works....
What Exactly is a Knee Replacement?
I've been meeting way too many people who are getting either knee replacements or have just recently had a knee replacement. I started to think about it. What exactly happens during the knee replacement surgery? Do surgeons actually saw off your knee and replace it with an artificial limb? If...
Getting Back on Track with Dr. Sabrina Strickland
If an injury has ever sidelined you, you know how frustrating it can be to put your active lifestyle on hold. Whether it’s a torn ACL, a meniscus tear, or a nagging shoulder injury, navigating the road to recovery can feel overwhelming. But there’s hope. For more than a decade,...
The Science Behind Kneemo for Knee Pain
Living with knee pain, whether due to osteoarthritis (OA) or other conditions, can feel like a constant uphill battle. Everyday tasks, such as climbing stairs, walking long distances, or even rising from a chair, can become daunting. Now, imagine a wearable device designed to change all that by addressing knee...
Do You Have Knee Pain?
Knee pain is a common challenge for runners and triathletes. Whether you’re pounding the pavement, cycling for miles, or pushing through a grueling training schedule, your knees take a lot of strain. Left unaddressed, knee discomfort can grow from a minor nuisance into a significant obstacle. The good news? With...