Total Joint Replacement Pre-operative Class
Are you having hip or knee pain? Has your doctor indicated a total joint replacement might benefit you? If you have a total joint replacement surgery scheduled, or are planning one in the future, a pre-operative educational and training class will provide valuable information.
Benefits of a pre-operative class include:
- Improved surgical outcomes
- Reduced recovery time
- Reduced pre-operated stress
- Improved strength and balance
You will learn:
- Joint anatomy and surgical procedures
- Functional mobility including bed mobility, transfers, walking and climbing stairs
- Use of adaptive equipment such as a walker, cane, raised toilet seat, and dressing aides
- Post-operative precautions
- Pre and Post-operative exercises
- Home safety instruction
Cost: Free for everyone. Please call for class times and dates.
Dates:
- Total Hip Class (1st Thursday of each month)
- Total Knee Class (3rd Thursday of each month)