Orthopaedic candidates commonly enter surgery undernourished: up to 44% are sarcopenic, 76% of TJA patients consume below the recommended protein intake, and many have a vitamin D deficiency. This undernourishment increases the risk of poor surgical outcomes and may lead to longer lengths of stay. Evidence shows that peri-operative nutrition can help mitigate this by improving muscle mass, supporting immune function, and empowering patients to take part in their recovery.

"I am genuinely impressed with the certainty of having the essential nutrients readily available, eliminating any worries about whether I was consuming enough protein to support my recovery." - Don Q., Orthopaedic Patient

Patients overwhelmingly recognize that preoperative nutrition matters (99.6%), but many don’t feel confident about how to adjust their diets and often prioritize pain and returning to daily activities instead. When educated by their care team, willingness to act is high. 94% of patients say they would change their diet, and patients who used a program reported strong satisfaction (>78%) and perceived recovery benefits.

"The physiotherapist called it like a “unicorn recovery” because it was rare to see such fast results in such a short amount of time." - Ira H., Knee Replacement

When taken twice daily ENROUTE® BUILD has been shown to increase lean mass, leg strength, and functional capacity in older adults. Pre-op use reduces protein inadequacy while improving early post-surgical mobility (6-minute walk test). The high-quality protein used in the product drives muscle protein synthesis, helping to the mitigate muscle loss and reduce associated risks.