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On course for recovery The Total Experience Program prepares patients for hip and knee replacement Patients who decide to have hip or knee replacement know they can expect dramatic improvements in their quality of life. Many, however, are not fully aware of the challenging healing process they will experience after surgery. The class covers a broad range of topics, including how to prepare for surgery, what to expect at preadmission testing and what to bring to the hospital. It also offers guidance for when you return home, with advice on caring for your incision and adapting your home for greater safety and mobility. It even teaches some of the exercises you will need to do after surgery. “It is so much easier to learn them when you are not in pain,” says Spadaro. Several Cleveland Clinic hospitals offer the class; it’s recommended that patients attend one at the hospital where they are having surgery. neeD a SpeCialiSt? South pointe Hospital has three orthopaedic specialists who perform knee and hip replacements, as well as other procedures. the specialists are: Cleveland Clinic orthopaedic specialists know that prepared patients achieve the best outcomes, so they have created The Total Experience Program to help them. A highlight of the program is a 90-minute class that teaches patients the secrets to postsurgical success. Anne Spadaro, PT, who coordinates the class at South Pointe Hospital, says the need for such preparation has grown as the length of inpatient stays has decreased. 5 Ways to plan ahead for Hip or Knee replacement 1. Have a firm straight-back chair with armrests ready in your sitting area. 2. Remove obstacles such as throw rugs or extension cords. Make a wide clear path to accommodate your walker or crutches. Keep pets out from underfoot when you first get home. 3. Plan to have frequently used items such as snacks, medications and a telephone in easy reach. Stock up on nonperishable, easily prepared foods. 4. Make good food choices before surgery. Foods with iron and vitamin C can speed healing. 5. Consider donating blood in case a transfusion becomes necessary. Your physician can help you make arrangements. robert Hampton, Do David Krahe, Do (call) regiSter toDay For tHe total experienCe South Pointe’s classes are held the first thursday of each month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. register by calling 216.491.7298. richard masin, Do For an appointment, please call 216.491.7118 (Twinsburg office, 330.888.4000). SoutHpointeHoSpital.org HealtH eSSentialS 3 http://www.SOUTHPOINTEHOSPITAL.ORG

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Health Essentials - Summer 2011 - South Pointe

Health Essentials - Summer 2011 - South Pointe
Contents
A message from the president of South Pointe Hospital
The Total Experience: Preparing for joint replacement success
Complete care, close to home, is coming to Twinsburg
Simple tips for a healthy summer with your family

Health Essentials - Summer 2011 - South Pointe