Hip Replacement: A Patient Guide

Learn about the entire hip replacement process in this comprehensive 58-minute patient guide from Stanford University. Gain valuable insights into preoperative preparations, including home adjustments and essential exercises like ankle pumps, gluteal contractions, and quadriceps sets. Discover what to pack for your hospital stay and what to expect on admission day. Explore post-surgery care, including pain management and daily activities in the Joint Replacement Center. Understand crucial safety measures and the hospital's response system. Prepare for discharge and recognize important post-operative symptoms. This guide also provides essential information for family and friends, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the hip replacement journey.

Intro
PREPARING THE HOME
PREOPERATIVE EXERCISES
ANKLE PUMPS
ANKLE ROTATIONS
GLUTEAL CONTRACTIONS
QUADRICEPS SETS
HEEL SLIDES
ABDOMINAL EXERCISES
ARM EXERCISES
ARMCHAIR PUSH-UPS
ELBOW FLEXION
WHAT TO BRING TO THE HOSPITAL
DAY OF ADMISSION
FOLLOWING SURGERY
THE JOINT REPLACEMENT CENTER AND STAFF
SAFETY
Hospital Care Response Hotline Dial 232
DAILY ACTIVITIES ON THE UNIT
YOUR TIME ON OUR UNIT
PAIN CONTROL
POST DISCHARGE
sudden onset of chest pain
INFORMATION FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS