Education Before/After Surgery

Whether you are considering joint replacement or have already scheduled your surgery, you will benefit from participating in our Center for Joint Surgery Pre-operative Class. The session covers how to prepare for your surgery, what to expect during the recovery process, and the physical therapy and exercises required to get you back to a fulfilling, pain-free life.

Pre-operative Class
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Atlantic General Hospital
Conference Room 1

To register, please call (410) 641-9189.

Helpful Materials

Hip Replacement Guide (click link)
Knee Replacement Guide (click link)

Important Information about Common Medications
Lovenox Info & Instructional Video
About Xarelto

Pain Management
Managing Pain After Surgery
Anesthesia for Hip and Knee Surgery

Healing of Surgery Site
Education for PICO Dressing

Moving After Surgery - Instructional Videos

Using the Stairs

Sit to Stand & Stand-Pivot

Adjusting Your Walker

Adaptive Equipment