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The following book and Web sites may help you as you prepare for and recover from knee replacement surgery.

Book

Knee Surgery: The Essential Guide to Total Knee Recovery
by Daniel Fulham O’Neill, MD, EdD
St. Martin’s Griffin, New York, 2008

Web Sites

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Whether you would like to learn more about preparing for total knee replacement surgery, what happens during the procedure itself, or how your new knee will be different, you can find it all and more on this site. From the home page, click on “Joint Replacement” in the left-hand navigation bar, and then scroll down to the articles on knee replacement.

Healthboards
Online sources of peer support, such as the “Knee and Hip Problems” message board on this site, can provide valuable advice and insight from people who have had knee replacement surgery. Sometimes knowing that others have gone through what you’re experiencing can significantly ease worry and help improve your outlook.

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