Drive Medical
Trigger-release folding walker
A folding walker with front wheels, contoured hand grips, and a trigger-release mechanism. Have your therapist check the height and show you how to use it.
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Items my mom and I used during our knee recovery experience, gathered in one place.
A personal collection from Sara & her mom
Use our list as a starting point for your own home and routine. Your care team can help you decide which equipment fits your needs and when to use it.
Getting around
Walking support and a little help with everyday movement.
Nourislif
42-inch leg lifter
A rigid strap with a foot loop and hand grips to assist with moving your leg. Ask your therapist to show you a technique that fits your restrictions.
STARTOP
Pre-cut walker tennis ball glides
Pre-cut tennis ball attachments for compatible walker legs. Check the fit and suitability for your flooring before using them.
NOVA
Walker glide skis
Ski-style attachments for compatible folding walkers. Confirm that they fit your walker and are appropriate for the surfaces in your home.
Cooling supplies
The machine, wrap, and reusable cooling supplies on our list.
OasisSpace
Cold therapy machine
A circulating cold-water system with two flexible pads and a timer. Follow your care team’s instructions for treatment time, skin protection, and skin checks.
KingPavonini
XXL knee ice-pack wrap
A reusable gel pack with straps designed to wrap around the knee. Use the skin barrier and cooling schedule your care team recommends.
M Pain Management Technologies
Extra-large reusable ice cubes
Refreezable plastic cubes listed for cold-therapy units and coolers. Confirm compatibility with your machine before use.
SHENGQIPC
Large reusable ice cubes
Reusable cubes sold for cooling drinks and coolers. Check your machine’s instructions before using them in a cold-therapy reservoir; they are not a skin-contact ice pack.
Bathroom support
Equipment for sitting and getting situated in the bathroom.
FITGOT
Padded toilet seat riser
A raised padded seat with a support frame and handles. Check toilet fit, seat height, and the manufacturer’s weight limit before choosing it.
soundfuse
Shower chair with arms and back
A height-adjustable shower chair with an aluminum frame, armrests, and a backrest. Confirm that it fits your shower and ask for help with safe transfers.
Rehabilitation
Tools to discuss with your physical therapist as part of your own plan.
OPTP
Knee Glide® by Bob & Brad
A sliding footplate on a track, designed for controlled knee movement during rehabilitation. Ask your therapist whether it belongs in your exercise plan and how to use it.
Vaunn
Folding pedal exerciser
A compact pedal exerciser with an electronic display and adjustable resistance. Ask your therapist when you are ready to use it and what setup is appropriate.
Scar care
For later in recovery, after your surgeon has cleared scar treatment.
NUVADERMIS
Silicone scar sheets
Reusable silicone sheets for scar care on fully healed skin. Wait until the incision is completely closed and your surgeon approves use. Do not apply them to open or unhealed skin.
Nutrition support
Options to discuss with your care team as part of your recovery nutrition plan.
Abbott
Juven nutrition powder, unflavored (30 count)
A nutrition powder intended to support wound healing, suggested by Sara’s plastic surgeon for her own recovery. Ask your orthopedic surgeon or dietitian whether it fits your needs. Use under medical supervision alongside a balanced diet. Read our nutrition guidance and research sources.
Premier Protein
Vanilla protein shakes (12 pack)
Ready-to-drink vanilla shakes with 30 grams of protein per 11-ounce serving. A convenient way to add protein alongside meals during recovery. Follow your care team’s nutrition goals and check the current label for ingredients and allergens.