Lifestyle optimization
Nutrition, sleep, and prehab before joint replacement.
Patients often think recovery starts after surgery. The PBJ framework treats nutrition, sleep, strength, motion, and mindset as part of the preoperative build.
Recovery principles
A clear plan beats a crowded packet.
The PBJ Rapid Recovery System gives patients a practical way to prepare before surgery, understand the early recovery window, and know when to call for help.
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Fuel: enough nutrition to support healing and energy
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Rest: sleep routines that reduce stress
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Movement: safe strength, motion, and walking habits
Chapter guidance
What patients need to understand.
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Food is part of the plan
Nutrition should be practical, not a strict promise. Patients can discuss protein, hydration, weight goals, diabetes control, and supplements with the care team.
- Avoid crash dieting around surgery
- Ask about supplement timing
- Coordinate nutrition changes when medical conditions matter
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Sleep affects resilience
Poor sleep can make pain, anxiety, and fatigue harder to manage. Sleep apnea, insomnia, and medication questions should be discussed early.
- Bring CPAP or sleep apnea details
- Plan a comfortable recovery sleep setup
- Ask before using sleep aids with post-op medications
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Prehab is practice
Prehab helps patients learn transfers, walking aid use, stairs, swelling control, and safe movement before surgery week feels busy.
- Practice getting in and out of chairs
- Plan walking routes at home
- Ask which exercises fit the painful joint
Patient checklist
Make the next step concrete.
A patient should finish each chapter knowing what to do next, what is normal, and what should prompt a call to the office.
Review nutrition goals and supplement questions before surgery
Tell the team about sleep apnea or major sleep problems
Practice safe transfers, stairs, and walking aid use
Clear walkways, rugs, cords, and low-light hazards
Confirm help with rides, meals, pets, and medications
Common questions
Fast answers, careful claims.
Does this replace my office instructions?+
No. These chapters explain the recovery process in plain language. Follow the written instructions from Dr. Morton and the care team.
Should I call if I am unsure?+
Yes. If symptoms are worsening, confusing, or listed as warning signs, call the office or seek urgent care based on the situation.
Will every patient recover on the same timeline?+
No. Recovery depends on diagnosis, procedure, health, support, travel, and complications. Use the timeline as guidance, not a guarantee.
Continue the guide
Related chapters and next decisions.
Ready for a plan?
Start with a focused orthopedic consultation.
Bring your symptoms, imaging, records, medication list, and goals. The first win is understanding what is causing the pain and what path is realistic.
