What You Need to Know to Prepare for Hip and Knee Surgery

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Published 2015-03-16
The common equation that can make a dramatic effect on success of a new hip or knee is preparation, rehabilitation and recovery.

Our best advice is to make time for preparation and put major effort into your recovery and physical therapy. Katie McCarthy, BSN, RN, Total Joint Coordinator at Renown Health shares “Those who recover the best have high motivation with therapy recommendations. You should stay in touch with your registered nurse, physical therapist and occupational therapist to assist and address your questions and needs throughout your recovery.”
All Comments (21)
  • @rangerider51
    So the year is 2022. I’ll be getting my left knee replaced soon and I’m 70. I’m hoping that I heal quickly and I’m not in the hospital only one day. I was walking over 10,000 steps every day last year. Not this year because it’s very painful. I want to get back to walking with my little dog as soon as possible. I’m going to hit physical therapy head on so I can get better quickly. Thanks for this long video. It was very informative.
  • @concepcionalcala4332
    I had total knee replacement and I'm so lucky to have a good team of medical and surgical staff who had provided me with written instructions to what to do and expect before, immediate and after my surgery. In short I am not lost with the process of my surgery; of healing; rehab ; daily expected activities; managing my pain. Patient instructions is the best tool, I'm a nurse myself but being a patient is different and I depended on the instructions a lot.
  • @mossomosso5991
    Great video 😊I wish my hospital did this before I have surgery
  • @harrietgordon519
    Please repeat the questions your class asks before answering. (We cannot hear them)
  • @lynndeatherage4874
    I had hip replacement joint surgery in 1998 years ago and I now need my knees replaced by the June 2022.
  • @doreenwhitehead4224
    Excellent presentation! Rarely been or seen such a well organized presentation for patient in a 43 yr career in nursing. I realize this is a 6 yr old presentation but Pam, I hope you got your Walmart bag lol!
  • @rangerider51
    I meant I’m only in the hospital one day. I live alone with my little buddy. But I sure need this surgery.
  • @darthdennis6681
    When she said, " We just pull the kneecap out of the way", and just ripps that thing open...I went straight for a Xanax and a massive bong hit!
  • @bigbirdist
    what do you nean you cant get out of bed in portland oregoin so yes i wanted to get the hell out of that hosptil as soon as i coud. yes thay keep you in beed by a ringer and that sucks. what if you have to tack a shit and the nurse does not come to you intell 45 mints later??? do i shit my paints ??????
  • @showmegalusa4521
    I totally disagree with pain pills lasting four hours. Research Margo McCafery RN, MSN, FAAC pain management concept BTW I am an RN, MSN and had a total joint.