Reviews

This book is very helpful and informative. It will guide you through your joint replacement and give you a better understanding of what is happening to your body. Being able to understand things definitely helps with your recovery. If you follow the guide, things will be so much easier and you will heal at an amazing pace.

I used the Swift Path book as my surgery was on November 25, 2024. The book was my “Daily Bible”…from beginning to end it gave me a sense of what my experience would be before, during and after my surgery. Dr Wickline gave me a clear vision of what to expect on each day. It was a great comfort to know that I was where I should be during my recovery. Following his protocol it was a wonderful feeling on my six week follow up appointment with him to hear him say, “I’ll see you in a year!”. He is an amazing doctor!

My knee replacement surgery was October 28. I received my journal/guidebook at my pre-op appointment 2 weeks earlier. Tons of valuable information, and a simple way to chart your post-op progress. Lots of information on what to expect day to day. I followed the book as best I could and was grateful that none of my issues or potential stressors were surprises. Everything is covered. I have 2 friends who had total knee replacements around the same time with different surgeons and different or no clear pathway to follow. One was 12 weeks of Pt. before she got to a 120 degree knee bend and one still cannot straighten her knee completely. Following Dr. Wickline’s book, I was flat knee to 115 degree bend in two weeks with no formal Pt. Dr. Wickline has done both my hip replacements as well as my knee. I would never consider a different surgeon. Follow the book and you should have an uneventful but successful surgery and recovery experience.

Knee replacement is an adventure that changed my life…here is the guidebook! It answers most questions, covers options, diet, medications and exercises. It also dignifies the patient by having them be part of the process and then explains why that brings the best outcome. This book relieved a lot of anxiety for me and I would highly recommend. Just follow the book!

This book was an invaluable source for me, my family/ champion during my postop recovery. There really was no issue that came up postop that was not addressed in the book. The timeline for increased pain, swelling and emotional distress was spot on. Letting me know that “down days” emotionally or physically were to be expected were a great source and helped me understand that even though I was not having the best day, that it was within the normal recovery curve. There are so many examples and testimonials that gave me a great gauge to compare myself to as well as show me that it was going to get better. Each day is spelled out and keeps things simple and straightforward. I don’t think I could have recovered as well without this book. I would encourage anyone to read it twice before surgery, and then after week 2 look a few days ahead to see what to expect.

I found the book to be incredibly insightful and informative. Everything I needed was clearly laid out and well-explained, so I never felt the need for additional help. One of the main reasons I chose Dr. Wickline was because of this book, the Mend program, and his innovative approach.
The protocols he follows are exceptional—other doctors should take note! I am beyond pleased with my surgery, the healing process, and the overall outcome. Dr. Wickline’s guidance and expertise made a significant difference in my recovery, and I’m so grateful for the care I received.

This needs to be “the gold standard purchase” of any person looking to get a knee replaced. I purchased this for my Dad so he could comprehend the procedure prior to, and Dr Wickline sets extremely clear expectations day by day/hour by hour of what to expect. This is what a patient needs to read to set expectations for a successful post procedure outcome. Having been an Ortho nurse myself, I know how difficult rehab and surgery can be, if the patient doesn’t understand what to expect. This easy read set it up in a very clear manner and is a great reference for any patient, caregiver, or even a Provider looking for education to disseminate to their patients.
Just get it!
Carrie R RN,BSN

This is the most helpful book I’ve ever read before a surgery. Dr Wickline explains everything before, during and after your surgery. At 2 weeks I had 120 ROM and “they” said it couldn’t be done. Recovery rate with this book is so much quicker and less painful with all he does!! All Drs. should follow this book. Thank you Dr Wickline. Oh, I had both knee replacements.

The book is extremely helpful. It prepares you for the surgery. The information is detailed and very well written. The book helps you throughout the entire process. The day of surgery i was able to understand what I should be expecting from that day and every day through my recovery. If you follow the book it is an easier, less painful and quicker recovery.
Great job Dr. Wickline and staff. Every surgery center and orthopedic doctor should be using this.

Dr Wickline’s book made my recovery SO much easier. All I had to do was follow the guide, every day was spelled out. The book answered many of my questions and made my recovery easier and very much less stressful.. I can’t recommend it highly enough!!