163 | Ideal Knee Replacement Recovery Strategy with Mobility Expert, Kelly Starrett

Considering Knee Replacement? Wanting to delay getting knee surgery, but don't know where to start? Curious about the best way to manage swelling? Unsure which experts are reliable online? We have Dr. Kelly Starrett back on the podcast to provide you an insightful rundown on his journey with his knee replacement journey, and how you can optimally navigate online education to optimize your health. With an overemphasis on the ways in which function drives purpose, Dr. Kelly speaks into the importance of education, honing in on finding independence within your own health. Furthermore, he provides his expertise in navigating trustworthy and reliable information online. Then, Dr. Kelly walks the path of his knee journey, having pushed off knee replacement surgery for 7 years, and why he decided to eventually get surgery after years of training for function. Honing in on educating for function after surgery, Dr. Kelly debunks myths around icing and rest and provides the truth surrounding optimal rehabilitation. Finally, Dr.Kelly provides his top tips for navigating knee trauma, injury, and surgery. Let's dive into myth-busting, the role of function in rehabilitation, managing "expert" information online, and how you can make the most optimal decision with the best mindset about your health independently! Wondering why Kelly Starret is always Barefoot? We can gain so much input and stimuli from the ground and our environment through our feet, all influencing and contributing to our mechanics and coordination up the chain. It's time to truly feel the ground with a zero-heel drop and a wide toe box, liberating your toes and allowing them to truly support your movement. Treat yourself to a pair of VivoBarefoot Shoes or gift a pair this holiday season, using 'OPTIMAL' to get 15% off! **Vivo offers a 100-Day trial period. If you are not completely satisfied, you can send the shoes back and get a refund. What You Will Learn in this Interview with 3:06 - How can we better educate the public to find independence in health 7:30 - Do doctors really know best & how to navigate advice on the internet 11:56 - Dr. Kelly’s knee surgery journey & transparency 20:04 - Can you put off getting surgery? 24:53 - Creating a healthier environment around your tissues 29:07 - Educating for function after surgery 33:42 - Private sectors of health vs systems 39:19 - Similar experience to Kelly? How can you get back to function 43:43 - Function drives purpose 45:10 - Learn more with Kelly Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tobpodcast/message