Preparing Your Home for Joint Replacement Recovery
Preparing Your Home for Joint Replacement RecoveryWhen preparing for joint replacement surgery, it is important to prepare your home for your recovery. Followthis checklist to make sure your home is safe for your recovery.DO: Create a living area on one floor if possible, so you can avoid stairs. Tripping or falling can damage yournew joint. DO: Remove throw rugs, electrical cords or wires and other tripping hazards from the area. Tackdown any loose carpeting.DO: Add nightlights to the hallways, bedrooms, and bathroom. If you have stairs, make sure the handrail issecure. DO: Pre-cook several meals before your surgery and freeze them to eat later. Stock your pantry aheadof time.DO: Pay special attention to the bathroom. Install handrails near the toilet and in the shower. This can help youavoid putting too much pressure on your new joint. You may want to put a chair in the shower in case you needto rest while showering.Do Not: Use towel racks as grab bars. They cannot support your weight. Do Not: Carry anything when you arewalking around. You may need your hands to help you balance. Use a small backpack or fanny pack to carrythings such as your phone.Talk to your healthcare provider about the safest ways to prepare your home. Follow this checklist to have asafe and healthy recovery at home.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER59013B EN PreparingYourHomeForJointReplacementRecovery.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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