YOUR LAST MORNING WITH A PAINFUL JOINT!
- Take all medications as instructed
- Instructions regarding WHEN and WHERE to arrive will be given to you by the Clinic/Hospital leading up to your surgery
- Please bring the following with you to the hospital on the day of surgery:
- Photo ID, Insurance card
- Cane, Crutches, or walker. Don’t worry if you do not have these items, they will be provided for you.
- Appropriate dress
- Loose fitting pants with an elastic waistband
- Shoes with a non-skid sole that you can easily put on and off, keeping in mind swelling in your feet may be present
- What should I leave at home?
- Jewelry
- Money/valuables
- Contact lenses (please wear glasses)
- Medications
IF YOU WERE GIVEN A REFERRAL FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY AT YOUR VISIT, PLEASE CONTACT THEM AND SCHEDULE THERAPY NOW TO START 10-17 DAYS AFTER SURGERY FOR 2 TIMES A WEEK, FOR 6 WEEKS.
