USEFUL TIPS FOR PATIENTS PREPARING FOR TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY
12 Useful Tips for Patients Preparing for Total Knee Replacement Surgery. Check Below -
1 )Search
an experienced and skilled orthopedic surgeon
It is
essential to consider the experience of a surgeon also his skills. Know about
his training in the specific field and the success rate of his cases.
2 )Convince
yourself by asking all your queries from the doctor
Ensure
to the orthopedic surgeon all possible details about the surgical procedure for
your case. Make a note of all details about what investigations are needed
before the surgery, what to follow post-surgery, precautions if any or any possible
complications.
3 ) Always go for a second opinion for much
clarity
It is
always useful to seek a second medical opinion as it helps in clarifying the patient’s all doubts and can confirm one surgeon for his/her case.
4)
Plan your schedule
After
TKR surgery, a patient needs
to stay away from routine life for few weeks so it is advisable to schedule the
surgery when you can take appropriate time off from your work.
5 )Know
risks versus benefits of knee replacement surgery
Focus
on the benefits as if the knee replacement surgery is done good, risks are
minimal in comparison to the benefits.
6 )Stay
positive for the results
We
advise you to predict your life after the surgery; you will not have to stay
back due to severe knee pain.
7)Check
for any infection before surgery
If
you are experiencing any sort of infection, make sure to cure it before surgery
or else it can be a complication of joint surgery.
8 )Confirm
if you need to discontinue any medications you are currently taking
Confirm
with your orthopedic surgeon to discontinue
any of your current medicine before going for surgery.
9 )You
will be requiring assistive devices at home after surgery
You
will require few assistive devices at home after getting discharged from
hospital such as raised toilet seat, crutches, securing any lose carpets.
10)Seek
someone to help you after surgery at home
After
surgery for a few weeks patient will be instructed to stay relaxed and
cautiously. A patient must need someone to assist him/her for toileting etc.
especially in the initial first week of surgery.
11)Arrange
a Physiotherapist for aftercare
A patient is instructed to do physical therapy regularly after the surgery to
improve the strength of muscles around knee joint, to enhance the range of
motion and hence a better outcome of the surgery.
12)Follow
the instructions properly
Ensure
to follow the precautions to be taken
at home, proper diet exercises for a better and a positive outcome.
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