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Registration and Preoperative Class

 A special class is held every Monday morning for patients scheduled for joint surgery.  Prior to attending this class, you must have been medically cleared by your primary physician if you have significant medical problems.  You will be scheduled for this class 2 - 3 weeks prior to your surgery. This will allow you time to practice your exercises and make final preparations for surgery.  You will only need to attend one class.  Members of the “team” will be there to answer your questions.  It is strongly suggested that you bring a family member or friend to act as your “coach”. The coach’s role will be explained in the class.  You should leave this class with a better understanding of how your hospital stay will proceed.

Class Agenda

 Hospital Stay Presentation  Reviewing Your Exercises  Learn About Assistive Devices  Discharge Planning  Questions & Answers  Pre - Op Testing (Lab, EKG, Physical)