A team of healthcare providers is ready to help you prepare for your knee replacement and care during your recovery. Physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and discharge planners are the principal players on your team. Taking an active role in your care is very important to a fast and smooth recovery.
As a patient, your role before and after your knee replacement is important for a fast and successful recovery. It is also important to involve a family member or significant other before, during and after surgery. This includes accompanying you to the doctorÕs office, classes and physical therapy. You will find having the emotional support of a loved one who has a thorough understanding of the physical side of the procedure will help you return to a full and active life.
This handbook has been developed to give you information and help prepare you for your surgery and recovery process.