Business Insight 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Joint Replacement Surgery presented by AMITA Health Individuals suffering from joint stiffness and pain sometimes delay seeing a specialist and rely on over-the-counter treatments to case their symptoms. Too bad as they may be suffering from osteoarthritis degeneration of the joint cartilage and the underlying bone. Untreated, the damage progresses with time. 1. Act Sooner Options. Today implants are affixed to surgery were 40 percent less likely to suffer a heart attack. This is not surprising the bone two different ways. Some use since inactivity places people at a higher risk for cardiovascular discase, anxiety, depression and even certain cancers. your joint replacement recovery: Remove tripping hazards, such as clutter, throw rugs and wires. Have a bedside lamp you can easily reach and a night light in the bathroom. Install handrails by the stairs, in the bathroom and by your bed. Remember to carry a cell phone on 2. Work with Your Surgeon See a joint replacement surgeon to establish the severity of your arthritis and develop a personalized treatment Twenty-five years ago, implants lasted for plan based on your lifestyle and future 10-15 years, so patients wanted to wait as goals. The surgeon will discuss all of your long as possible before undergoing a joint options and offer valuable insight on the benefits of treatment options, e.g. the pros and cons of a total versus partial joint replacement. Together with the surgeon you can help decide upon a treatment plan. Additionally, your surgeon will offer information on different surgical technologies that may benefit your a cement to affix the implant to bone. Others are cementless, allowing the patient's bone to heal to the implant providing a biologic fixation. There are indications and benefits of both techniques. Computer-assisted Navigation used in you. total joint replacement surgery to enable surgeons to place the implant precisely and accurately for the best fit, optimal range of motion and greatest comfort. Different Surgical Approaches have different risks and benefits. Your surgeon will offer his opinion on each. Plan your meals. Cooking may be difficult initially. Strategically place frequently uscd items within reach, so you do not have to bend over or stand on the tip of your toes to reach them. Prepare pillows or a wedge cushion on the bed our couch to help you get into a comfortable position in your home that helps drain the swelling from the limb. replacement. Today, implants last 25- 30 years, allowing older patients to live the rest of their lives without needing a second replacement surgery and younger people to benefit from the replacement sooner. Delaying surgical treatment may complicate the surgery, which can lead to a longer recovery. Without surgery. patients gradually decrease their activity due to pain. Limited activity may negatively impact the patient's overall health. Researchers from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons found that osteoarthritis patients who have undergone knee or hip replacement 3. Prep Your Body, Mind & Spirit "Optimizing your body for the joint replacement procedure can help you reach (First couple of weeks after surgery, it is the best outcomes and get the most out of your surgery and minimize the risk of complications," said Paul Nourbash, MD, Orthopedic Surgery, Medical Director of the AMITA Health Center for Advanced Joint Replacement Hoffman Estates. If you are smoking, you will have an opportunity to enter a smoking cessation program. If your BMI happens to fall outside of the recommended range for joint replacement, you will be asked to schedule a consultation with a weight management program. Your clinical team will refer you for medical clearance before your surgery, which will likely require blood and urine tests and a visit with a cardiologist. Once you are cleared for surgery, it will be time to take advantage of a pre-op class, during which team. Increase your mobility safely and an orthopedic clinician will prepare you mentally for the procedure and discuss everything you need to know before, during and after your surgery. Don't miss this opportunity and invite a family continue to follow up with your care team member or friend who will be helping you as prescribed. during your recovery to attend as well. important to elevate the limb above the heart to reduce swelling and avoid sitting for too long). particular case, such as: Mako" Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery with a 3-D models specific to your anatomy, allowing for high degree of precision in removing discased bone, restoring alignment of the limb, and accurately positioning the implant. Cemented vs Cementless Implant 5. Plan on Post-Op Discipline Physical therapy will begin on the day of surgery so be mentally ready for getting out of bed and starting to walk! Before you go home, your therapy team will have you practice walking up and down the stairs, getting in and out of a car, walking in and out of a shower, getting around the kitchen and even and emptying out a dishwasher! Remember to stick to your discharge instructions. At the AMITA Health Center for Advanced Joint Replacement Hoffman Estates, this will include check ins with your clinical avoid activities your surgeon instructed you to avoid. As you return to your normal, active life, practice healthy eating habits to keep your weight in control and AMITAhealth.org/joints 833.NU.JOINT 4. Adjust Your Environment Put some thought and effort into adjusting your home environment for AMITA HEALTH" ST. ALEXIUS MEDICAL CENTER Many of the physiciass affated with AMITA Heah are independent practidiones and menbers of the medical staff at oee er more AMITA Health hospitals and are seher emgloyees nor agents of the bospitals As a result, AMITA Heald is aot responsile for the care provided by these physicians HOFFMAN ESTATES Business Insight 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Joint Replacement Surgery presented by AMITA Health Individuals suffering from joint stiffness and pain sometimes delay seeing a specialist and rely on over-the-counter treatments to case their symptoms. Too bad as they may be suffering from osteoarthritis degeneration of the joint cartilage and the underlying bone. Untreated, the damage progresses with time. 1. Act Sooner Options. Today implants are affixed to surgery were 40 percent less likely to suffer a heart attack. This is not surprising the bone two different ways. Some use since inactivity places people at a higher risk for cardiovascular discase, anxiety, depression and even certain cancers. your joint replacement recovery: Remove tripping hazards, such as clutter, throw rugs and wires. Have a bedside lamp you can easily reach and a night light in the bathroom. Install handrails by the stairs, in the bathroom and by your bed. Remember to carry a cell phone on 2. Work with Your Surgeon See a joint replacement surgeon to establish the severity of your arthritis and develop a personalized treatment Twenty-five years ago, implants lasted for plan based on your lifestyle and future 10-15 years, so patients wanted to wait as goals. The surgeon will discuss all of your long as possible before undergoing a joint options and offer valuable insight on the benefits of treatment options, e.g. the pros and cons of a total versus partial joint replacement. Together with the surgeon you can help decide upon a treatment plan. Additionally, your surgeon will offer information on different surgical technologies that may benefit your a cement to affix the implant to bone. Others are cementless, allowing the patient's bone to heal to the implant providing a biologic fixation. There are indications and benefits of both techniques. Computer-assisted Navigation used in you. total joint replacement surgery to enable surgeons to place the implant precisely and accurately for the best fit, optimal range of motion and greatest comfort. Different Surgical Approaches have different risks and benefits. Your surgeon will offer his opinion on each. Plan your meals. Cooking may be difficult initially. Strategically place frequently uscd items within reach, so you do not have to bend over or stand on the tip of your toes to reach them. Prepare pillows or a wedge cushion on the bed our couch to help you get into a comfortable position in your home that helps drain the swelling from the limb. replacement. Today, implants last 25- 30 years, allowing older patients to live the rest of their lives without needing a second replacement surgery and younger people to benefit from the replacement sooner. Delaying surgical treatment may complicate the surgery, which can lead to a longer recovery. Without surgery. patients gradually decrease their activity due to pain. Limited activity may negatively impact the patient's overall health. Researchers from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons found that osteoarthritis patients who have undergone knee or hip replacement 3. Prep Your Body, Mind & Spirit "Optimizing your body for the joint replacement procedure can help you reach (First couple of weeks after surgery, it is the best outcomes and get the most out of your surgery and minimize the risk of complications," said Paul Nourbash, MD, Orthopedic Surgery, Medical Director of the AMITA Health Center for Advanced Joint Replacement Hoffman Estates. If you are smoking, you will have an opportunity to enter a smoking cessation program. If your BMI happens to fall outside of the recommended range for joint replacement, you will be asked to schedule a consultation with a weight management program. Your clinical team will refer you for medical clearance before your surgery, which will likely require blood and urine tests and a visit with a cardiologist. Once you are cleared for surgery, it will be time to take advantage of a pre-op class, during which team. Increase your mobility safely and an orthopedic clinician will prepare you mentally for the procedure and discuss everything you need to know before, during and after your surgery. Don't miss this opportunity and invite a family continue to follow up with your care team member or friend who will be helping you as prescribed. during your recovery to attend as well. important to elevate the limb above the heart to reduce swelling and avoid sitting for too long). particular case, such as: Mako" Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery with a 3-D models specific to your anatomy, allowing for high degree of precision in removing discased bone, restoring alignment of the limb, and accurately positioning the implant. Cemented vs Cementless Implant 5. Plan on Post-Op Discipline Physical therapy will begin on the day of surgery so be mentally ready for getting out of bed and starting to walk! Before you go home, your therapy team will have you practice walking up and down the stairs, getting in and out of a car, walking in and out of a shower, getting around the kitchen and even and emptying out a dishwasher! Remember to stick to your discharge instructions. At the AMITA Health Center for Advanced Joint Replacement Hoffman Estates, this will include check ins with your clinical avoid activities your surgeon instructed you to avoid. As you return to your normal, active life, practice healthy eating habits to keep your weight in control and AMITAhealth.org/joints 833.NU.JOINT 4. Adjust Your Environment Put some thought and effort into adjusting your home environment for AMITA HEALTH" ST. ALEXIUS MEDICAL CENTER Many of the physiciass affated with AMITA Heah are independent practidiones and menbers of the medical staff at oee er more AMITA Health hospitals and are seher emgloyees nor agents of the bospitals As a result, AMITA Heald is aot responsile for the care provided by these physicians HOFFMAN ESTATES