GoKnee was developed by a team of physical therapists with decades of combined clinical experience who have treated thousands of patients recovering from knee replacement surgery.

Every exercise in the GoKnee program is based on established physical therapy principles and supported by clinical research. The exercises are designed to address key aspects of knee replacement recovery, including improving knee range of motion, reducing stiffness and swelling, and restoring mobility so you can get back to your daily activities.

GoKnee is a complete knee replacement prehab and post-op recovery program designed to help you prepare for surgery and guide you through the first four months of recovery afterward.

The program combines two components that work together to help you take an active role in your recovery.

1. The GoKnee Device

• A lightweight, portable device designed for use in your own home.

• Helps you work on improving knee bending and straightening.

• Features a unique design that mimics the hands of a physical therapist, allowing you to perform advanced techniques at home.

2. The GoKnee Exercise Program

• Easy-to-follow instructional videos created by physical therapists.

• A prehab program to help you prepare your knee, mind, and home before surgery.

• Step-by-step post-op guidance, with exercises that progress as you move through recovery.

• Guidance on bending, straightening, and strengthening your knee, with the goal of helping you return to everyday activities, including learning how to kneel again.

You’re guided throughout your recovery. GoKnee includes regular email guidance and reminders, beginning before surgery and continuing through the first 16 weeks afterward. You’ll receive support at key stages of recovery so you have guidance on what to focus on as you progress.

With GoKnee, you have more than a device or a collection of exercise videos. You have a structured program designed to help you prepare for knee replacement and stay engaged in your recovery at home.

GoKnee is designed for people who are preparing for knee replacement surgery and want to take an active role in getting ready for recovery. Starting before surgery gives you an opportunity to work on knee movement, become familiar with your exercises, and prepare yourself for the recovery process ahead.

GoKnee may be especially helpful if you:

• Want to do everything you can before surgery to prepare for recovery.

• Have difficulty bending or straightening your knee because of arthritis and stiffness.

• Want a structured exercise program you can follow at home.

• Have limited access to physical therapy because of transportation, scheduling, or out-of-pocket costs.

• Want to feel more confident and prepared for the work involved in recovery.

Already had knee replacement surgery? GoKnee can help you, too.

GoKnee is also designed to support patients during post-operative recovery, including those who:

• Want a more advanced home exercise program to complement their recovery.

• Are concerned about their progress with knee bending and straightening, or whose surgeon has mentioned the possibility of manipulation under anesthesia (MUA).

• Have not yet reached their knee range-of-motion goals through formal physical therapy, or whose physical therapy is ending soon.

Visit our Reviews page to hear from people who have used GoKnee as part of their knee replacement journey. 

Having access to necessary equipment in your own home is critical to making a fast recovery. While there are various knee devices on the market, GoKnee is the only product currently available that does ALL of the following:

• BOTH flexion (bending) and extension (straightening)

• Passive AND active movement
  • Most products currently available only do passive movement.
  • It has been proven that active movement is the key to functional recovery.

• Performs a joint mobilization at the knee
  • ‘Joint mobilization’ is a skilled manual technique used by physical therapists to increase motion and decrease pain by applying specific pressure or force in various directions to help improve the mobility of a joint.
  • The GoKnee device mimics the hands of the physical therapist so you can perform a ‘joint mobilization’ without a therapist present.

• Allows the patient to have full control
  • This means that you get to control your own pain—you decide how much to stretch your knee and you get to choose when to stop the exercise.
  • Compare this to when a therapist puts their hands on your knee and tells you to relax before they stretch your knee.
  • When you are in full control, your brain feels safe because it trusts that you won’t cause harm. This control significantly impacts your knee replacement recovery.

• Strengthening of the knee muscles using ‘Muscle Energy Techniques’
  • These are skilled techniques that therapists use which involve gentle muscle contractions with very little actual joint movement so that your pain is minimized while strengthening these much needed muscles.

• All-in-one lightweight and portable device
  • Other knee devices on the market only target one motion.
  • Instead of having to purchase multiple devices for the best recovery, GoKnee does it ALL.

GoKnee is the best home exercise program currently on the market for knee replacement recovery. It was created by physical therapists who specialize in knee care and is clinically proven to speed up recovery after knee replacement.

GoKnee uses the latest in rehabilitation technology and exercise principles, which are also used by elite athletes all over the world. GoKnee is like having your physical therapist in your home every day, guiding your recovery.

In addition to speeding up your recovery, GoKnee can be a cost-effective solution for individuals with high co-payments and limited insurance coverage for physical therapy following knee replacement surgery. It reduces the total number of PT visits needed, saving you money.

For example, if your co-payment for a physical therapy visit is $40 and the surgeon has ordered 3 sessions per week for 4 weeks, the out-of-pocket cost could be $480. Or, maybe your insurance only allows 20 total physical therapy visits per calendar year for any injury, surgery, or recovery. If you use all 12 physical therapy visits your surgeon ordered for your knee replacement recovery, then you only have 8 remaining for the rest of the year. This leaves little room for an accident or another surgery later in the year that requires physical therapy.

Ideally, GoKnee would be used for months leading up to your knee replacement surgery. Research indicates that your post-surgical recovery will be predicted by your pre-surgical functioning.

However, if you are learning about GoKnee after your knee replacement surgery, then no worries! GoKnee has helped individuals make significant gains even years after their knee replacement surgery. The key is to get started, and the sooner the better!

GoKnee can be purchased by individuals for $399.00 USD. The cost includes the device itself and the customized, evidence-based exercise program that goes along with it.

We understand that knee replacement recovery can be expensive with physical therapy co-payments that range from $30-$60 per visit, time off of work, and transportation to and from physical therapy appointments. Cutting recovery time in half from the comfort of your home can significantly help reduce the expenses related to your knee replacement recovery.

DO YOU HAVE AN HSA?

A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged savings account that allows individuals to set aside money to pay for qualified medical expenses, including medical equipment. 

If using your HSA to purchase GoKnee, it is recommended to get a doctor’s note stating that ‘GoKnee is medically necessary as part of your knee recovery process’. Maintain this note as well as the receipt of purchase as part of your records for tax purposes. 

HSAs come with specific rules and regulations. Consult with a tax advisor or financial professional to ensure you’re using your HSA correctly and in compliance with IRS guidelines. 

Discounts and financial help may be available for those who qualify—please email recover@thegoknee.com for more information.

After purchasing GoKnee, you will receive an instruction sheet with 3 easy-to-follow steps. These steps will grant you access to our customized exercise videos.

Simply click ‘play’ on the first video and follow the directions. The exercises are guided by a physical therapist who will tell you what to do, how long to do it for, and why you are doing it. The entire exercise session will take you less than 25 minutes to complete.

Absolutely not! We know that the decision to have knee replacement surgery is not to be taken lightly, so we believe it’s imperative to not do anything that could risk injury to your ‘new’ knee.

GoKnee is only used when you are in a seated position and the device is completely in your control. In fact, the device is designed to break apart if not used properly.

As physical therapists, our primary objective is to ensure your safety while promoting a quick recovery. This is why safety was incorporated into all aspects of GoKnee, from the device design to the exercise program.

You can purchase GoKnee from our website by clicking here. If you have questions before ordering, visit our Contact Us page, where we are happy to answer any of your questions and address any concerns you may have.

Your order is processed within 48 hours of receiving payment and your GoKnee is shipped within 24 hours after that. If you are ordering from within the U.S., you should receive your GoKnee within 3 to 5 business days after it is shipped. 

DISCLAIMER: Please note that carrier-related shipping delays are out of our control and delivery may take as long as 7-10 business days. We have noticed delays when there is inclement weather in certain areas of the U.S. and during holiday seasons. 

International deliveries often take longer due to customs and clearance procedures that are out of our control. For example, shipments to Canada take roughly 14-20 days after your GoKnee is shipped. 

GoKnee is designed for individuals who have had or are planning to have knee replacement surgery. However, GoKnee can be used to help recover from other knee procedures and issues. Send us a message via our Contact Us page explaining your specific needs and we can help you decide if GoKnee is a good fit for your knee.

When it comes to knee replacement surgery, medical advancements are being made and implemented daily. Unfortunately, until GoKnee was invented, there were little to no advancements made surrounding post-op recovery.

A procedure that used to require several days in the hospital can now have patients returning home the same day as surgery. Rehabilitation after knee replacement surgery has also significantly changed, but not for the betterment of the individual.

Individuals used to receive up to 3 hours of therapy, 5-6 days per week in an inpatient rehabilitation facility after knee replacement surgery. Now, due to insurance and reimbursement changes, most individuals are sent home after surgery with referrals to outpatient therapy or home health therapy, both of which are up to 1 hour, 2-3 days per week.

As a result, intense therapy after total knee replacement surgery is no longer an option for many individuals, even though it is necessary for a steady recovery process. This leaves a huge gap in the amount of therapy that patients need to fully and optimally recover from this challenging but much needed procedure.

GoKnee is here to fill that gap! Our device and exercise program take a comprehensive approach to knee recovery, addressing the physical and neurological components required to speed up the recovery process. GoKnee is clinically proven to cut recovery time in half, revolutionizing the way we will treat knee replacement recovery in the future.

At GoKnee, we encourage you to share the information from our website with your orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist so that we can help bring effective recovery methods to all patients.

GoKnee was created by three physical therapists with over 60 years of combined physical therapy who had a passion for improving the quality of their patients’ lives. What started off as a solution for one patient struggling after knee replacement surgery has now become a solution for millions of Americans.

Sonya Briggs PT, Shehla Rooney PT, GCS, and Nikki Orazine DPT are experts in rehabilitation and movement. Their primary goal is to reduce pain while helping you move, function, and live better.

To learn more, visit The GoKnee Story.