Dr. Caleb Davis is joined by physical therapist Dr. Luke Brohm following Luke’s recent Achilles tendon rupture and surgery.

The conversation explores the evidence behind optimizing recovery after orthopedic injuries and surgery, including:

• The importance of protein intake

• Sleep deprivation and injury risk

• Vitamin D deficiency

• Magnesium and pain modulation

• Zinc and vitamin C for wound healing

• Creatine, collagen, and BCAA supplementation

• Whole food nutrition vs supplementation

• Recovery strategies for athletes and older adults

Luke also shares how reduced sleep, increased physical stress, and inadequate recovery may have contributed to his injury despite an otherwise healthy lifestyle.

This episode focuses on practical, evidence-based strategies patients can use to improve healing, preserve muscle mass, reduce complications, and support recovery after surgery.

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