Orthopaedic joint replacements
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Joint replacement surgery and prehabilitation.
Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to restore the function of a joint.
It is never too early to prepare for your operation once you have been listed for a hip or knee replacement. This is called prehabilitation (prehab) - a form of healthcare intervention that takes place prior to an operation. Read more about waiting well for joint replacement surgery.
Arthroplasty booklet
At your pre-operative assessment you will receive this arthroplasty booklet, an important tool to help make your recovery easier. It will make you aware of what to expect before and after your operation.
It's essential to read this prior to your operation, and to start the exercises found in the booklet at the earliest opportunity.
Arthroplasty prehab presentation
Prior to your operation you are invited to attend a brief arthroplasty prehab presentation. This takes place over Near Me every Wednesday at 2pm to prepare you for your joint replacement. We recommend attending on the nearest Wednesday before your operation.
The presentation includes information on:
- what to expect during your stay when you receive a joint replacement
- how to prepare your home for discharge
- how to maximise your recovery, including wound care and exercise
- what to do if there are any issues after your operation
At the end of the presentation there is a question and answer session that may help to relieve any anxieties that you feel prior to your operation.
Accessing Near Me
You can access this class by using your mobile, tablet or computer. The waiting room will open at 1.45pm for the course to begin at 2pm. Use this link (or enter it into your browser):
https://nhsattend.vc/AJS-NHSHYou'll need an Internet-connected device. Camera and microphone are optional.
Unable to attend
If you're unable to attend the arthroplasty prehab presentation, you can view the video recording below.
Contact
If you have any questions on the arthroplasty prehab, please contact the ERAS Practitioner:
- email rebecca.clark4@nhs.scot
Anaesthetic information
See patient information about spinal anaesthetic for hip and knee replacements (pdf, March 2024).
National Treatment Centre - Highland
You may have your joint replacement operation at the National Treatment Centre - Highland (NTC-H). In some cases you may be coming from a health board other than NHS Highland, in which case some of these links and courses may not be applicable.
If you have any general enquiries related to your admission to the NTC-H, please use the contact details here.
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Orthopaedic
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Orthopaedic conditions
Symptoms, self help and surgery for pain in shoulder, hip and knee.
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Orthopaedic fractures
Hip fracture, and fracture clinics.
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Orthopaedic operations
Orthopaedic joint replacements, and waiting well before an operation.