Hip Joint Replacement

You should be aware that a big part of the success of your recovery is down to YOU taking responsibility before and after your surgery. [...] Occasionally in the first few days following your operation a small amount of ooze may be present – this is common and not indicative of any problem. [...] A member of the team who will be involved in your hospital care will talk you through the journey you are likely to experience with your joint replacement surgery and demonstrate exercises to do before your operation. [...] You will be sent an appointment to attend the pre-op clinic where a nurse will go through your pre-op tests with you and discuss your general health before your operation. [...] This is a final health check to ensure you are fit for your operation. [...] You will be asked to drink all four bottles in the evening before your surgery. [...] This is a pre-operative antimicrobial skin cleanser that you will be asked to use in the bath or shower the night before your surgery. [...] Hospital Admission You will be admitted to hospital on the day of your operation, though occasionally you may be asked to come in the day before. [...] When you arrive on the ward you will be introduced to the ward staff and shown to your bed space. [...] Stairs – You will be taught to use the stairs by your physiotherapist. Always use the handrail if there is one, and hold the spare stick horizontally in a ‘T’ shape with the other stick.