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Venue & Location
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Fee & Registration
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Description
Our spine surgery class is meant for you and your support person to better prepare you both for your upcoming spine surgery.
During class, you will learn about:
- Special equipment used on the day of surgery and during hospitalization that you will need to obtain before surgery
- Preparations you'll need to make at home to ensure a safe recovery environment
- Methods for managing pain, nausea, and constipation
- Activities to prevent blood clots
- Length of hospital stay and what to expect upon discharge
- Safety while moving and changing positions
- Methods for reducing swelling and discomfort after surgery
- Plans for a safe discharge home
- Special equipment needed prior to going home
This class is for patients and their support person. We strongly recommend you attend with a support person: a friend or family member who will support you through your joint replacement surgery and recovery.
Registration
Registration Instructions
Attend prior to surgery.