How to Prepare for your Knee Surgery

Pre-op Preparation:
1. Prepare your coach
2. Home care
3. What to expect at hospital
4. Safe return home
Recovery from Surgery:
1. Ice to decrease the amount of swelling
2. At home, ice your knee immediately
3. Ice regularly for the next week
4. Continue icing after stretching
What to Pack:
1. Hygiene bag / cosmetic bag
2. Magazines or books
3. Smartphone, iPad, etc.
4. CPAP, TENS or ice machine (if applicable)
Two to three sets of
5. loose-fitting, elastic-waistband pants
6. Oversized shirts
7. Underwear
8. Comfortable shoes and socks
The Night Before Surgery:
1. Clean linens on your bed
2. Take a shower with antibacterial soap or the recommended soap by your surgeon
3. Use clean wash cloth and towel
4. Clean pajamas
What NOT to Bring on the Day of Surgery:
1. Jewelry
2. Money
For any questions or concerns about your upcoming knee surgery, please contact your surgeon's office at www.crystalcli....

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What if you get no instructions from the doctor or no request for primary care doctor approval for surgery.

[@CrystalClinicOrthopaedicCenter]

Hi Elaine, please contact our office at 888-556-7575 for any questions you may have. Thanks!

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