BoneFoam Knee Buddy Extension/Elevation | Rehab Pillow for After Knee Surgery Recovery | Reduce Swelling | Designed with Surgeons | Increases Range of Motion | Made in USA

When I purchased this, there was not one product review, so I had to wrestle with the thought of spending $ 88 for two pieces of “unqualified” foam. But, I figured having a total knee replacement is no joke, am I not worth spending this money to perhaps make my recovery a bit easier? So, I purchased the product and brought it with me to the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City (the #1 orthopedic hospital in the country). But, I didn’t use it in the hospital because they had active compression on both legs. I was starting to second guess my purchase. Then the head physical therapist came into my room and saw that I had a Knee Buddy. He asked if he could take pictures of my Knee Buddy so he could show his other patients what the product was, tell them where they could purchase it and why it was benefitical for their home recovery. Ok, so maybe it was a smart purchase...... I did extensive pre-surgical therapy so I didn’t need to use the small cube end piece to help get to 0 flexion, which is what the cube piece is designed to accomplish. I achieved this goal within days after surgery. This cube as you can see from the picture attaches like a puzzle piece to the end of the angled wedge. Since, I am only a little over 5 feet tall, I called the company because when the small cube piece was attached to the wedge, my heel did not reach all the way into the cut out of the cube. The company said it wasn’t necessary. So, I kept the cube attached to the wedge, just so my foot would not dangle. The wedge is light weight, has a slight scooped out center for leg stability. The surgical leg emanates warmth because of the surgery, the open hole foam of the Knee Buddy prevented my leg from getting warmer or even uncomfortable. It provided me with the perfect level of elevation during my recovery. The foam is comfortable and soft. Yet, it never compressed and stayed in place at the foot rest of my chair recliner. It’s 12” width fit my chair recliner foot rest perfectly, leaving enough room for my other leg to lay straight or also elevate alongside the surgical leg. Sleeping for weeks with my legs elevated to reduce swelling, I never had to arrange pillows or worry about my leg slipping off the side. I honestly, will get use from the wedge long after recovery. Yes, it is worth the $ 88. A nice, hassle free recovery. My older sister visited me, who struggles with swollen legs and tried it, she thought it would be perfect for her when watching television to reduce the edema in her legs. I guess at our age, a Knee Buddy is a welcomed birthday gift. Lol. Honestly, spend the money. This surgery is hard enough, the Knee Buddy will make your recovery easier.

Shipping time estimates were not reliable. Received the product 3 days later than promised. Although not clear in the pictures the pad is made of two Pieces that don’t fit well together so when you move there is always a chance of the pad coming apart, which happened to me a lot. I want a refund.

I am 5 foot five so don’t actually need the extension, but this is a fantastic pillow that saves you a lot of readjusting of moving pillows etc. It makes my knee more comfortable right away, and also can be positioned to help your lower back. There’s enough room for your other leg, or you can put the other leg on the side. This is well worth the money.

Great for after a Total Knee Replacement! Keeps your leg from moving while you sleep, preventing pain from waking you up! Helps with swelling by elevating your leg!

I had a bucket handle repair done on my lateral meniscus and after surgery, have to keep it elevated and straight (full leg brace). Most knee pillows have a slight bend, and using regular pillows felt unstable, and I could never quite get the positioning right. Started using this around day 5 post-op and oh my goodness...what a difference! It feels stable, comfortable, perfectly elevated, and there's a dip at the end for my heel. I'd say this is a must-have for after meniscus surgery if you'll be needing to keep your leg straight. I also don't understand the negative reviews on it feeling unstable or coming apart. Haven't had that issue.