Although preparing for surgery can sometimes be overwhelming, knowing what the procedure entails and knowing what to expect afterwards may help alleviate your anxiety and help you recover faster.  Check out the resources below to learn what to expect following surgery and during your recovery process. Our goal is for each patient to achieve the very best outcome possible!

We recommend that you discuss any questions with your surgeon in order to properly prepare for your orthopedic surgery. They will also be able to advise you regarding postsurgical recovery.

Downloadable Patient Guides and Videos

For All Patients

Info Sheet: Total Joint Replacement Patient Checklist
Form: Surgical Intake Form
Booklet: Durango Guide for Out-of-Town Patients
Info Sheet: Preventing Constipation After Surgery
Video: Arranging for Home Health
Video: Dietary Needs Before and After Surgery
Video: Introduction to Physical Therapy
Video: How to Change a Surgical Dressing

Using a Walker or Crutches

Video: Walker vs. Crutches
Video: How to Use a Walker
Video: How to Use Crutches
Video: Using Crutches on Stairs
Video: Using a Walker on a Step or Curb

Hip or Knee Surgery

Recommended Video: How to Prepare for Your Hip or Knee Surgery - A 60-minute class taught by nurses at Animas Surgical Hospital
Booklet: Total Hip Replacement (includes physical therapy exercises)
Booklet: Total Knee Replacement (includes physical therapy exercises)
Booklet: Knee Arthroscopy
Booklet: Caregiver's Guide to Hip or Knee Surgery
Video: How to Use Your Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Machine - for knee replacement patients only
Video: Physical Therapy Exercises for Hip or Knee Replacement Patients
Video: Exercises/Activities to Avoid After Hip Surgery

Shoulder Surgery

Booklet: Inpatient Shoulder Surgery
Booklet: Outpatient Shoulder Surgery
Booklet: Caregiver's Guide to Shoulder Surgery
Video: What to Expect After Shoulder Surgery
Video: Introduction to Your Shoulder Sling

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Booklet: Foot and Ankle Surgery
Booklet: Caregiver's Guide to Foot and Ankle Surgery

Spine Surgery

Recommended Video: How to Prepare for Your Spine Surgery - A 30-minute class taught by nurses at Animas Surgical Hospital
Booklet: Cervical Spine Surgery
Booklet: Lumbar Spine Surgery
Booklet: Caregiver's Guide to Spine Surgery
Video: How to Log Roll In and Out of Bed
Video: How to Put On and Remove Your Cervical Brace
Video: How to Put on Pants & Underwear After Spine Surgery
Video: How to Put on Socks After Spine Surgery
Video: How to Put on Shoes After Spine Surgery
Video: How to Cover Your Incision Before Showering
Video: How to Toilet and Shower After Spine Surgery

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