If someone you love is about to have a hip or knee replacement, your caregiver job is bigger than anyone warns you. Dr. Schultz — a knee replacement surgeon whose wife was his own caregiver in 2021 — walks you through the first hard week, the medication system that prevents the typical family mistakes, the walking job, and the emotional valleys most caregivers don’t see coming.
Almost nobody warns you about this side effect before surgery, but constipation is one of the most miserable parts of recovery after hip or knee replacement. Dr. Schultz, a knee replacement surgeon who had his own knee replaced, walks through what is normal versus when to worry, and the protocol he gives his patients at Texas Orthopedics.
You’re researching your surgery on YouTube — but is the doctor giving you advice even a real person? Dr. Schultz exposes an AI-generated “doctor” impersonating a real physician to over 80,000 subscribers, and explains what this growing pattern means for patients trying to find trustworthy answers online.
You’re about to sign a surgical consent form — but is anyone actually telling you what you need to know? Dr. Schultz unpacks why the informed consent process is broken, using a striking conversation about a cancer patient named Anne to show how the 15-minute office visit fails patients across every specialty.
One in five knee replacement patients still aren’t satisfied — even after decades of better implants, robots, and refined technique. Dr. Schultz breaks down the top five reasons knee replacements leave patients unhappy, including the uncomfortable truths about timing, expectations, and where surgeons actually go wrong.
For decades, opioids have been the default for post-operative pain — but the landscape is changing. Dr. Schultz looks at the newest non-opioid options for joint replacement recovery, including who is a candidate, what the evidence actually shows, and where these alternatives still fall short.
Physical therapy is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — parts of recovering from joint replacement. Dr. Schultz separates the myths from the facts and shares what actually works.
Even surgeons get nervous before going under the knife. Dr. Schultz shares what scared him most before his own knee replacement — and the honest lessons he learned as a patient on the other side of the operating table.
Every surgeon has a roadmap they use for recovery — but most patients never get to see it. In this episode, Dr. Schultz shares the actual framework he gives his own hip and knee replacement patients: what to expect week by week, what’s normal, and when to call.
Hospitals aren’t always the safest place to recover. Dr. Schultz reveals the hidden risks of hospital stays after surgery and why getting home sooner can actually be better.
Sleepless nights after surgery are more common than you think. Dr. Schultz explains the real reasons behind post-operative insomnia and shares what actually helps.
One common orthopedic diagnosis may be given far too often. Dr. Schultz breaks down the condition, the controversy, and what patients should know before accepting a label.
Your doctor accepts Medicare, but getting an appointment feels impossible. Dr. Schultz breaks down why Medicare access is shrinking and what patients can do about it.
Hip dislocation is the most feared complication after hip replacement. Dr. Schultz explains why it happens, who’s most at risk, and how surgeons work to prevent it.
Dr. Schultz shares the daily range of motion exercises he relied on after his own joint replacement — simple moves that made a real difference in his recovery.
Range of motion after knee replacement can be a grueling battle. Dr. Schultz shares the emotional and physical challenge that nearly broke him during his own recovery.
One leg feels longer after hip replacement? Dr. Schultz explains why this common complaint happens, when it’s real vs. perceived, and what can be done about it.
A routine skin check revealed something Dr. Schultz never expected — a basal cell carcinoma he couldn’t even see. Here’s how it was found and what he learned.
Is a partial knee replacement the right call — or a half-measure? Dr. Schultz weighs the pros and cons of this increasingly popular procedure.
Can the right nutrition actually improve your knee replacement outcome? Dr. Schultz was skeptical too — until the research changed his mind.
Pain isn’t just physical — your brain plays a bigger role than you think. Dr. Schultz explores the science of pain perception and what you can do about it.
How does a knee surgeon prepare for his own knee replacement? Dr. Schultz shares his personal prehab plan, diet changes, and gear recommendations before going under the knife.
You have more control over your surgical outcome than you think. Dr. Schultz shares proven strategies to lower your risk before hip or knee replacement.
Are too many knee replacements being performed? Dr. Schultz examines the data and explains how to know if surgery is truly necessary — or if you’re being overtreated.
Want to get more out of your next doctor’s appointment? Dr. Schultz shares five practical tips to help you communicate better, ask the right questions, and leave feeling heard.
Not all joint implants are created equal. A knee surgeon breaks down what really matters when it comes to implant materials, how long they last, and why some marketing claims don’t hold up.
Anterior, posterior, lateral — do surgical approaches really matter, or is it all marketing? Dr. Schultz exposes the myths behind hip and knee surgery approaches.
Cortisone, PRP, stem cells, hyaluronic acid — which injections actually work? Dr. Schultz breaks down what surgeons really think about each one.
Can artificial intelligence outperform a real surgeon? Dr. Schultz puts AI to the test and shares what the results mean for the future of orthopedic surgery.
Robotic surgery is transforming joint replacement. Dr. Schultz explores how technology is changing the operating room — and what it means for patients.
From strange noises to unexpected emotions, Dr. Schultz reveals the five things that catch most patients off guard after knee replacement surgery.
When is it truly time for surgery? Dr. Schultz shares the five signs that helped him make the hardest decision of his life — and how to know if you’re ready too.
Think you know what to expect after hip replacement? Most patients are caught off guard by these five things. Dr. Schultz shares what surprises people the most — from sounds and sensations to recovery realities.
Choosing a surgeon is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Dr. Schultz shares five practical tips to help you find the right fit for your joint replacement.
Dr. Schultz performed thousands of knee replacements — then had one himself. Here are the five biggest lessons he learned as both surgeon and patient.
