FastPath — BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine uses an advanced surgical technique that spares the quadriceps tendon and soft tissue to reduce pain, improve recovery, and accelerate their rehabilitation. Traditional techniques involve cutting through the quadriceps tendon, slowing recovery and risking knee cap instability.
A Proven Protocol Designed by Our Surgeons
At BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine, the region’s most preferred orthopedic practice, our surgeons are committed to delivering compassionate, experienced care that gets you back to your favorite activities sooner. FastPath is our modern, surgeon-developed accelerated recovery knee replacement protocol, created and refined right here at BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine to support the needs of active patients across Colorado.
Whether you’re frustrated by knee pain, comparing options like Jiffy Knee™, or looking for a recovery plan that enables a quicker return to hiking, cycling, skiing, and everyday movement, FastPath knee replacement offers a proven, Colorado-tested approach backed by real patient results.
Comparing the Options: FastPath, Traditional Surgery & Jiffy Knee
Choosing the right approach to knee replacement is an important part of planning your recovery. Understanding how each option works and how quickly you can expect to heal can help you make a confident, informed decision that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
Traditional knee replacement often involves a longer hospital stay, more soft-tissue disruption, and a slower progression through early recovery milestones. FastPath takes a different approach. With muscle-sparing techniques, targeted pain management, and a coordinated same-day mobility plan, our surgeons help patients move sooner, begin rehabilitation earlier, and advance through recovery with greater comfort, often with less swelling and less pain compared to traditional knee replacement.
Many patients exploring an accelerated knee recovery in Boulder want to understand how FastPath compares to other options. Some aspects may resemble programs like Jiffy Knee, but FastPath stands apart in one key way: it was developed, refined, and proven by our own surgeons specifically for the patients we treat. Since 2020, this locally designed protocol has delivered consistent, real-world results, making it a strong knee surgery alternative to Jiffy Knee. The chart below highlights how FastPath compares to Jiffy Knee and what sets it apart.
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FastPath |
Jiffy Knee |
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Used Since |
2020 |
New in Area |
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Surgeon-Owned |
Yes |
No |
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Boulder-Based |
Yes, Unique to Colorado Patients |
Metro/Corporate |
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Real Outcomes |
Hiking in 3 Days |
TBD |
See FastPath in Action: A Real Patient on the Trail Just 3 Days Post-Op
FastPath patients consistently experience a quicker return to their activities, reflecting a surgeon-developed protocol that has been enhanced over years to support safe, accelerated mobility and dependable results for active adults.
FAQs Answered by Our Surgeons
“FastPath is the name we’ve given to our accelerated recovery knee replacement protocol, a system we’ve been using successfully since 2020 at BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine. It’s designed to help patients recover faster, move sooner, and return to their active lives with less pain and downtime.”
“Our patients are active. They hike, bike, and ski, even into their 60s and 70s. Waiting six to eight weeks to walk comfortably just didn’t make sense anymore. So we created FastPath as a way to combine surgical precision, personalized rehab, and advanced techniques to accelerate healing without compromising safety.”
“Traditional knee replacement has a longer early recovery. FastPath uses muscle-sparing techniques rather than tendon-cutting approaches. We also use coordinated rehabilitation to help patients walk sooner and return to activity more quickly.”
“There are a lot of exciting recovery programs out there, but FastPath isn’t new for us. We’ve been delivering these results since 2020. Our focus isn’t on a name; it’s on what actually works for patients. And we’re right here in Colorado, not part of a corporate chain or franchise.
“This isn’t a one-size-fits-all product or a license from another company. FastPath was developed by our own surgeons here in Boulder and refined with real patients over the past several years. We don’t offer a faster surgery; we offer faster results with same-day mobility, personalized recovery plans, and full local follow-up care based on what our Colorado patients want to do.”
“One of our patients was hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park just three days after surgery. That’s not a marketing line—it’s a real story, and it’s possible because of how we’ve refined this process over time.”
“With FastPath, you’re not being sent from one place to another. Everything is under one roof: surgery, imaging, rehab, bracing, and therapy. That continuity makes a major difference in recovery.”
“FastPath can be an excellent option for adults with knee arthritis or mobility limitations who want a recovery designed to progress quickly and safely. During a consultation, we help patients understand whether this approach matches their health needs and goals.”
“If you’re considering knee replacement and want to avoid a long recovery, FastPath might be right for you. We encourage you to schedule a consultation with one of our surgeons to talk through your options.”
Take the First Step Toward a Faster Recovery
FastPath was created for patients who want a safe, efficient return to mobility with the support of experienced, locally trusted surgeons. If you’re exploring knee replacement or comparing different recovery approaches, meeting with a doctor at BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine is the best way to determine whether FastPath aligns with your goals.
Please call 303.449.2730 to schedule an appointment with one of our FastPath knee replacement surgeons or use the button below.
Download Our FastPath Packet
The FastPath packet provides an overview of the program and offers general guidance on what patients can expect throughout the process. Download this resource if you’d like to learn more about how the protocol works and what you can expect during treatment and recovery.