What you see on the surface of a wound is not the whole story.
Understanding the basics of how your surgery will be performed is a critical component of being an informed patient. It also helps to know what to
What you may see and experience in the hospital
Dressings
Immediately following knee replacement surgery, your doctor will most likely send you to recovery with a leg bandage that looks like the photo below. The wraps provide compression that
What to expect once you leave the hospital
Once you’re home, it’s a good idea to go over the discharge instructions once again with a friend or family member, paying particular attention to the guidance you are to follow for
A comprehensive guide to improving scar management
As BoneSmarties, we want you to love your scar. It’s your Badge of Courage. For many, your surgical scar represents the challenges you faced and conquered in recovery. It shows you took action
Acupuncturist
Acupuncture originated in ancient China. It is based on the theory that an essential life energy called “qi” flows through the body along invisible lines. Stimulating points along these lines corrects the flow of qi to optimize health or
After orthopaedic surgery, your doctors and nurses will make every effort to control your pain. While you should expect to feel some discomfort, advancements in pain control now make it easier for your doctor to manage and relieve pain.
Surgeons
OPIOIDS
Opioids are the most effective medicines for moderate to severe pain, especially for managing short-term pain after surgery.
Although each individual medical facility has different policies, procedures, and pain control options available, in most cases, you can expect your
LOCAL ANESTHETICS
Local anesthetics block pain in a small area of the body. In orthopaedic surgery, they may be used as anesthesia during a procedure or as part of a pain management program after surgery.
For pain management, local anesthetics