I had knee replacement three years ago, and something I wish someone would<br />
have told me was to start taking probiotics beforehand. The antibiotics<br />
you get to reduce chance of infection do a number on your gut and it took<br />
several weeks for my digestive system to return to normal. Other than<br />
that, follow through with all that's suggested for physical therapy as<br />
often as you can. It may be uncomfortable at first, but it pays off<br />
later. I've had no trouble, and so glad I did it!<br />