In Episode 6 of the Total Knee Success Podcast, we focus on managing expectations with your surgeon and therapy team. You’ll learn how to ask the right questions at follow-ups, talk openly about pain and swelling, and recognize what’s normal versus what needs medical attention. We’ll also cover how to keep your providers aligned, embrace your role as decision-maker, and build a strong therapeutic alliance. With real-life examples and research-based tips, this episode shows how better communication leads to smoother, more confident healing.

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