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.
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.
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.