Twas the night before surgery - How to be prepared for you upcoming knee replacement surgery

Surgery is stressful and scary. It can cause anxiety. Being prepared can help lessen those feelings. Here I review for patients how you can prepare in advance for your surgery to decrease the stress you may feel before your operation.
00:00 Intro
00:25 stress and anxiety
00:47 read information packet
00:55 watch educational videos
01:16 complete pre-hab exercises
01:42 skin wash
01:58 stop certain medications
03:00 pick up post-op medications
03:46 received a walker
03:54 eat nutritious high fiber diet
04:17 stop alcohol
04:41 sleep hygiene
05:02 start pre-op acetaminophen
06:05 be ready and prepared to leave your home
06:51 fasting before operation
07:27 which morning medications to take
07:33 set your alarm
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[@SA-hf3fu]

I am 9 weeks post-op. Due to a metal allergy, I did not get staples. My incision was closed with dissolving stitches and glue. I’m doing well overall but my scar still feels tight and I have (what I call) zappers. It feels like a bee sting or really big mosquito bite that you feel, near the scar. I’m wondering if this could be from the undissolved stitches and how long it might last. Also, sleep is still really bad. Getting about 3 to 4 1/2 hours a day. I’m so glad I had this done because it will get better. It’s just still kinda tough. Thanks for your video.

[@jljones6343]

Thank you for this - and others of yours I've watched/listened to very carefully. They help considerably, not only with information, but calming me down. Thanks again.

[@dradamrosen]

You're very welcome

[@darlenericotta7550]

This was great information. Thanks

[@michaelnowaczek4422]

Second time watching. Tkr tomorrow, 7/27/2022. I'll be good. Been working out for a long time recovering from a head on crash with a semi. Comminuted breaks in my femur and tibia. Two breaks in my fibula. Broke the patella. I will use my custom orthotic for foot drop so it'll be quite an experience! Thank you for the info.

[@kimsleezer2244]

What a great, informational video! Thank you, Dr. Rosen. My LTKR has been scheduled twice and rescheduled both times. I have a new surgeon and surgery date #3! Third time’s a charm. Everything happens for a reason. I really appreciate the time and effort you have put into all your knee replacement videos. In this one I appreciate the reasons behind stopping meds and supplements. The nurse I talked to told me stop taking X or your surgery will be cancelled. And that was it. So . . . I appreciate you! ❤

[@dradamrosen]

So glad you found it helpful. Third time is a charm - wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@MountainDiva]

Such wonderful information as so much mirrors what I’ve been told. Thank you Dr Rosen. I’m having the Stryker Mako robotic procedure on my right knee (TKR) on 12/27. The hospital I’m going to is a very small physician owned facility which I’m excited about and have heard good things about from people in my community. About 2-3 weeks ago I was setup on a patient portal that appears to be a partnership between the hospital and Stryker. I has been amazing thus far and very helpful as I prepare. Although I’m doing the exercises, I work out at the fitness club about 3-5 times a week for about 9 months so far and have been thrilled with my lower and upper body strength, flexibility and stability. The owner of the club told me yesterday that about 5 members have had TKR or hip replacement and have done exceedingly well because they workout. The only bad thing is I won’t be able to go back there for a couple of months. Once again, thank you for the information you provide. It has been invaluable to so many.

[@dradamrosen]

You are welcome and wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@sandradowd6732]

It is the night before my TKR, I have watched many of your videos.Thank you so much.

[@dradamrosen]

Thanks for watching. Glad it helped. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@sandradowd6732]

@@dradamrosen yes it really helped I am home now recovering, I can walk with a walker and am controlling my pain on an hour by hour.

[@sandradowd6732]

@@dradamrosen also the PT I did before surgery is helped me so much I definitely recommend that to others.

[@MJH7777]

Thanks. I am having TKR Wed. 15 of Dec. Yes, I am scare. I really appreciate all your videos. Praying for God to guide your hands always. God Bless You🥰🥰🥰🥰💞💞💞💞🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@dradamrosen]

You are so welcome. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@MJH7777]

@@dradamrosen 🥰

[@mcj7207]

Really good information, thanks. Have you made knees where there were bone cysts around the knee? How do you get the metal attached if there are cavities in the bones? I like your Stephen King books :-) Merry Christmas from Denmark

[@dradamrosen]

Cysts are common in arthritis. Usually bone cement can fill the voids. If the cysts are large occasionally stems are needed like in a revision (watch the revision video). If you like Stephen King check out Meg Gardiner.

[@purplgrits7916]

Very clear, concise information. Amazing for a surgeon 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼