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.
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.
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.
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.