The average age of a patient who gets knee replacement surgery in the United States is around 65 years old. That puts most boomers right in the crosshairs of this surgery. Approximately 790,000 total knee replacements are performed in the U.S. each year.
At 71, I’ve enjoyed good health, except for my joints. Knee pain can be debilitating, most of all because it takes away one of the best exercises for seniors: walking.
A brisk walk is great for your cardiovascular health and your mental health as well, but when your knees ache — or worse, threaten to give out — walking ceases to be enjoyable.