Ā ā Gain physical & mental strength
Ā ā Be proud of yourself for taking recovery seriously
Ā Ā ā Confidently prepare for and recover from surgery
Surgery doesnāt have to be scary.
If you are experiencing pain, limited mobility, and seeking a solution to improve your quality of life after knee replacement surgery, you are in the right place!
You may worry that your life may not go back to ānormalā, you may not have the right or any guidance or you may have been discharged too early from physical therapy leaving you with a lot of unanswered questions.Ā
But with the right program to prepare and recover, it can be the best choice youāve ever made! It can completely change your life!
We believe knee replacement surgery can take you one step closer toward the active lifestyle you deserve.
Choose a ProgramMeet Dr. Samantha Smith PT
As a Physical Therapist for thousands of patients, I noticed there was a lack of information being provided to patients before, during and after surgery. I witnessed patients experiencing frustration and prolonged pain.
I created Succeed Courses so that you can get the tools to confidently prepare and recover from your knee replacement surgery. Experience strength, confidence, and mobility throughout your recovery!
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Pre-Surgery ExerciseĀ Class
6 week follow along withĀ me workout classĀ to help you get ready for your knee replacement or help delay surgery.
4 Week Strength, Balance & Stretching Class
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ForĀ individuals 3+ months post surgery. Includes LIVE Q&A with Dr. Samantha Smith PT each week to discuss symptoms and exercises.
Level 2Ā Strength, Balance & Stretching Class
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ForĀ individuals 4+ months post surgery orĀ for those who completed the ā4 Week Strength, Balance & Stretching Classā
Courses to Help You Prepare for or Recover From Surgery
BUNDLEĀ Knee Replacement Course
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This course will cover what to expect before, during and after your knee replacement surgery.Ā We willĀ cover from picking a surgeon all the way to what to expect 12 months post surgery.Ā
Includes:
- Pre-habĀ course
- Pre-surgery course
- Post-surgery course
- Exercises from day 1 to day 365
- Home exercise print outs
Ā PrehabĀ Course
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This course will cover what exercises to complete before your knee replacement surgery. Each exercise is designed to improve your rehabilitation process after surgery. There will be three levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced.Ā
Includes:
- Full leg exercises (emphasis on quad muscle)
- Stretching exercises
- Core & arm exercises
- Home exercise program print out
Ā Post-surgeryĀ Course
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This course is for someone who has already had the surgery and has a lot of questions about symptoms, strengthening exercises and getting full range of motion.Ā
Includes:
- Strengthening exercises day 1 to day 365 post surgery.Ā
- Knee flexion/extension stretching ideas
- FAQs after surgeryĀ
- Pain, swelling and stiffness education
- Home exercise program print out
Ā Pre-surgery Course
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This course will help you decide if getting your knee replaced is the right decision for you. You will learn what exactly happens, how to pick your surgeon and how to prepare your body, home and caregivers.
Includes:
- Full Pre-hab exercise program ($49 value)
- Equipment recommendations
- How to pick the best surgeon
- What to expect after surgery
Range of Motion Courses
Knee BendingĀ Course
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This course will help you improve your knee bending. You will learn exactly why your knee is not bending and how to fix it. This course comes with a 3 week specialized exercise program to get your knee bending ASAP.
Includes:
- LearnĀ whyĀ your knee does not bend
- Learn how to improve your swelling, pain and stiffness
- Learn whenĀ to scale back or push through exercises and stretches
- Full 3 week exercise and stretching program
Knee StraighteningĀ Course
NEW!
This course will help you improve your knee straightening. You will learn how to stretch effectively and improve your range of motion with a 3 week specialized exercise program.
Includes:
- Educational videos to learn whyĀ the knee is not straightening
- Learn how toĀ relax the right muscles for improved stretching
- Constant guidance on how to do all exercises and stretches
- Full 3 week exercise and stretching program
Learn more
Join the Succeed Membership
- Free 3 day trial
- Access to exclusive Facebook Group to consult with Dr. Samantha Smith PT dailyĀ
- Q&A weekly
- Gait analysisĀ
- IT Band Workshop - new!
- Limping Workshop - new!
- Kneeling Workshop - new!
- Prep guide for surgery
Get prepared for surgery with the Prep Guide!
- What is a knee replacement?
- What happens during surgery? (Non-gory details)
- Equipment recommendations
- Common sources of painĀ
- Quadriceps weakness causes
- How to reduce swelling
- How to control pain
- 21 questions to ask surgeon at pre-op appointment
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At Succeed Courses, we know you want to live a pain-free, active lifestyle after knee replacement surgery.
Succeed Courses provides self-paced online courses so that you can confidently prepare for and recovery from knee replacement surgery from the comfort of your own home.