6. How long will I be out of work?
June 23, 2017 10:00 pmThis varies vastly based on each individual’s commute, type of work, and ability of the job to make accommodations. It Read More >
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5. How long will I be on a walker/cane?
June 23, 2017 10:00 pmYou will most likely start with a walker and then progress to a cane with the guidance of PT and Read More >
4. What type of anesthesia will be used?
June 23, 2017 10:00 pma. We recommend regional anesthesia. This is where the anesthesiologist performs a nerve block or spinal which will numb the Read More >
3. What happens on the day of surgery?
June 23, 2017 9:58 pma. Time of arrival is generally two hours prior to the scheduled surgery time. You will check in at registration Read More >
2. When do I find out the time of surgery?
June 23, 2017 9:57 pma. You will get a call from the hospital call center after 2pm on the business day before surgery. They Read More >
1. Are there any medications I should stop before surgery?
June 23, 2017 8:59 pma. Stop taking any anti-inflammatories (aleve, ibuprofen, aspirin, motrin, etc) 1 week prior to surgery, as these medications increase your Read More >