An Insider's Guide to Orthopedic Surgery: A Physical Therapist Shares the Keys to a Better Recovery
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| Rating | : | 4.14 (814 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1510723447 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Nearly two million Americans undergo elective orthopedic surgery each year. If you have been suffering from chronic pain in the shoulder, knee, or hip, joint replacement can offer a second chance at restoring the life you desire. You’ll get detailed, practical instruction on:Preparing your home for the equipment you’ll need upon return Understanding what will happen at every step of your hospital stay, from arrival through surgery to release (which will likely be sooner than you expect) Getting the best care from therapists and other hospital and rehab staff members Dealing with pain throughout the healing process Building a support network to help provide care during recovery You’ll also learn the difference between a physical therapist and an occupational therapist; be ready for that
He is currently the director of joint replacements at OrthoColorado and St. She lives with her husband, writer Ernest Tucker, in Colorado. In addition to treating orthopedic patients for seventeen years, she has watched close family members go through eight knee, hip, and shoulder replacements. . Elizabeth Kaufmann is a physic
Jared Foran, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthritic disorders of the hip and knee. She lives with her husband, writer Ernest Tucker, in Colorado. About the AuthorElizabeth Kaufmann is a physical therapist and a former award-winning journalist in the health and fitness field. . In addition to treating orthopedic patients for seventeen years, she has watched close family members go through eight knee, hip, and shoulder replacements. He is currently the director of joint replacements at OrthoColorado and St. Anthony Hospitals in Lakewood, Colorado