Nova Scotia Health Authority. Orthopedics & Perioperative Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2212
- Available Online
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This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery. How the hip works, what osteoarthritis is, how surgery is done, types of surgeries, and Hip Precautions are explained. A pre-surgical patient checklist is provided. Topics such as what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, what to expect when you go home, and equipment are covered. The guide also answers any questions you may have about follow-up care. Hospital and contact information is also listed.