Reclaim Your Mobility After Total Knee Replacement

Experience a Smoother, Stronger Recovery with Applied Functional Science

If you're preparing for or recovering from a total knee replacement, you're searching for a better, more active life—free from chronic pain and limited motion. It’s important to realize that the key to lasting success happens after surgery.

At Superior Physical Therapy, we believe that every patient deserves more than just a standard recovery plan. That’s why we use Applied Functional Science (AFS) — a cutting-edge approach to physical therapy that helps you heal faster, move better, and regain confidence in every step.

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What Happens After Knee Replacement Surgery?

Recovery from a total knee replacement is a journey—one that requires time, movement, and the right support.

Typical recovery timeline:

Week 1-2:
Initial healing, walking with support, managing swelling and pain
Weeks 3–6:
Gaining range of motion, improving balance, beginning strength work
Weeks 7–12:
Walking longer distances, climbing stairs, performing daily activities
3–6+ months:
Returning to your favorite hobbies, fitness, and active living

The quality of your recovery depends greatly on the physical therapy you choose.

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Why Physical Therapy Matters—A Lot

Recovering without physical therapy—or with outdated, generic rehab programs—can lead to:

Prolonged stiffness or swelling
Limited Knee motion
Muscle imbalances and compensation
Delayed return to walking or activity
Ongoing discomfort or fear of movement

Traditional PT often focuses on isolated knee movements. But your body doesn’t move in isolation—it moves as a dynamic system.

Enter Applied Functional Science (AFS): A Smarter Path to Recovery

AFS physical therapy is rooted in how your body actually moves in the real world. We don’t just stretch and strengthen your knee—we guide your entire body through safe, functional patterns that promote faster healing, better mobility, and lasting strength.

With AFS, you get:

Personalized movement training that fits your goals and lifestyle
Whole-body approach—we improve how your hips, spine, ankles, and core support your knee
Faster return to activity, whether that’s walking the dog or dancing at a wedding
Boosted confidence, knowing your body is balanced, strong, and capable

This isn’t cookie-cutter rehab. This is transformational recovery.

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Real Results, Real Hope

"I started physical therapy to prepare for a second knee replacement in less than a year. At that time, I could not walk more than a block without severe pain. I dropped out of dog training as a hobby and golf. My muscles looked wasted and were severely weak. I love cooking but could not stand in the kitchen and prepare meals or go up and downstairs without severe pain. I fell outside, in the dark, and could not get myself up. But after my Superior sessions and encouragement from my therapists, Sarah, Taylor, and Rachel, I walk the dog about a mile a day with only minor pain. I stoop and pick up dog roadside donations without worry. I enjoy cooking again. I walk up and down stairs even though it is still a little uncomfortable. I have canceled my second knee replacement surgery! Most amazing is how much I have learned about functional physical therapy and how important it is, and I hope I can share that awareness."

Amanda Beck, MD

"I went through a knee replacement surgery that was unavoidable. I came to Superior Physical Therapy after my surgery. I simply cannot say enough about the people in this place. The help I received was second to none! I am consistently meeting my goals, and the home exercises, the encouragement, and the dedication to get me moving again is something I will never forget. The people here are like family to me, and I am forever grateful! “"

John Kumijan

Take Charge of Your Comeback

Your knee surgery is only the beginning. How you recover determines how well—and how fully—you return to living the life you love.

Let the expert team at Superior Physical Therapy guide your recovery with AFS-based therapy designed to rebuild motion, strength, and joy.

Schedule your consultation today and start moving forward—faster, stronger, and better than ever.

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