From a Functional Medicine Physical Therapist’s Point of View
Welcome to my blog! I’m Stacy King, a functional medicine physical therapist blending 25+ years of experience with personal insight from my own recovery. Here, I share strategies to help you heal, prevent injuries, and optimize your well-being.
Rest vs. Movement After Surgery: Finding the Right Balance
Rest is important after surgery, but too much can actually slow your recovery. Learn how to find the right balance between rest and movement - plus how personalized support can speed up healing.
Gut Health and Post-Surgical Recovery: What Your Body Needs to Heal
Did you know your gut could be the key to a faster, smoother recovery after surgery? Even with a great rehab plan, healing can stall if your gut isn’t functioning well. This post breaks down why gut health matters after surgery—and simple steps you can take to support your body from the inside out.
How to Recover From Orthopedic Surgery: A Functional Medicine Approach
Surgery is step one. How well you heal depends on what you bring to the process before and after the procedure. Your sleep, nutrition, stress load, and gut health don't just support recovery; they drive it. Learn the six pillars of orthopedic surgery recovery and how a functional medicine approach can help you heal smarter.
What to Eat After Orthopedic Surgery: A Functional Medicine Guide to Faster Recovery
Surgery repairs the structure. What you eat supports healing at the cellular level, and you cannot out-rehab poor nutrition. Learn exactly what to eat after orthopedic surgery to reduce inflammation, rebuild strength, and recover faster.
Top 5 Foods to Support Healing and Recovery
What you eat can either help or hinder your healing. These five nutrient-rich foods — from leafy greens to lean protein — give your body the building blocks it needs to recover faster and feel stronger.
4 Signs Your Body Is Struggling to Heal After Orthopedic Surgery
Having trouble with post-surgical recovery? Discover 4 signs your body may be struggling to heal and how a functional medicine approach can help you recover fully and feel like yourself again.
Unlock a Stronger Healing Journey: Why You Need a Post-Surgical Recovery Health Coach
Struggling after surgery? Discover how a personalized post-surgical recovery coaching session can help you manage pain, boost healing, and regain strength with expert support.
How to Prepare Your Body for Better Recovery from Orthopedic Surgery
If you have an orthopedic surgery scheduled this year, what you do before surgery matters more than most people realize. Preparing your body, nervous system, and daily routines ahead of time can help reduce stress, support healing, and make recovery feel more manageable once surgery is behind you.
Four Years Stronger: My Hip Replacement Surgery Anniversary
Four years ago, I walked into the operating room with two failing hips. What followed wasn't luck. It was the result of preparation, steady rehab, and a mindset that turned a hard season into a turning point. Here's what's possible with the right support.
How to Travel With an Injury or Joint Pain
Traveling with an injury does not have to feel overwhelming when you are dealing with pain or preparing for surgery. Small adjustments can make a big difference in how your body feels during and after your trip.
Healthy Holiday Tips for Preparing for Surgery
Preparing for or recovering from surgery during the holidays can feel like a lot. In this post, you will learn simple, realistic ways to support your body and nervous system so you can enjoy the season without sacrificing your healing. From food and movement to sleep and stress, small choices matter.
How to Get Your Body Ready for Surgery: A 6 Step Surgery Prep Plan
Most people think recovery starts after surgery—but the truth is, it begins long before you enter the operating room. From the food you eat to how you rest, move, and manage stress, your pre-surgery choices can make a huge difference in how well and how quickly you heal. In this post, I’ll share a step-by-step plan to help you get your body surgery-ready.
The Key to a Stronger Recovery From Orthopedic Surgery and Chronic Injuries
Optimize your post-op recovery with a whole-body approach. Discover how nutrition, inflammation management, sleep, and movement impact healing—and how to recover from orthopedic surgery faster, naturally.