Explicitly written to not become dated, meaning that the surgeries as described are only a small part of the knowledge you need to go through this life-changing operation. As always, you should consult with your physician for the most up-to-date information. As of 2022, we've sold more than 40,000 copies. We ask you to buy the handbook directly from us versus the buy-back venues, because we need your support to keep our website operational. With your help, we can keep the Hip and Knee Handbook on the market for all those ...
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Explicitly written to not become dated, meaning that the surgeries as described are only a small part of the knowledge you need to go through this life-changing operation. As always, you should consult with your physician for the most up-to-date information. As of 2022, we've sold more than 40,000 copies. We ask you to buy the handbook directly from us versus the buy-back venues, because we need your support to keep our website operational. With your help, we can keep the Hip and Knee Handbook on the market for all those who need this vital knowledge. Dr. Ronald R. Hugate Jr. MD, FACC, brings his wisdom and advice to this great book and asked two of his favorite, professional, medical colleagues from his team of medical experts to contribute as well a preeminent. The chapter on pain management is written by specialist and anesthesiologist, Dr. Gianni Checa. the chapter on Physical Therapy is written Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Ms. Inger Brueckner, MSPT. The chapter by Professor Francine Campone, EdD, whose had both hips replaced and shares her insights and advice. Robert Holland both produced the handbook and added his own chapter on total-knee-joint replacement after having had both knees done. Robert also added the chapter about preparing your home before surgery. You will learn about: -Deciding on a hip replacement...-Deciding on a knee replacement...-What's going on in your arthritic joints...-Choosing your surgeon...-Preparing your home...-Your options for anesthesia and pain management...-How long you'll be in the hospital...-How long it'ill take to recover...-Physical therapy and why you need it...-What your life will be like afterward... Written expressly for you as the patient, this remains a superlative resource if you're contemplating hip or knee joint replacement surgery! Whether you've already had total joint replacement of the hip or knee-or you are just now thinking about having a bad hip joint, or bad knee joint replaced, the "Handbook of Hip & Knee Joint Replacement: Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon & Medical Team" is unsurpassed in it's breadth and scope! This definitive, patient's educational resource brings the subject to life for you using clear, understandable language written in large print to guide you in learning everything you need to know about the journey to a new you. Why? Dr. Ronald R. Hugate Jr. - a renowned orthopedic surgeon who also specializes in bone oncology and limb preservation, is a veteran combat-surgeon in the U.S. Army Reserves and has taken care of our troops in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. Gianni Checa is a renowned anesthesiologist and pain management specialist. Inger Brueckner, MSPT is a senior physical therapist, who also teaches and lectures on Physical Therapy. Topics covered include: when you 'need' a joint replacement, the anatomy of the knee and hip, the effects of aging on your joints, how to select a surgeon, introduction to the members of the medical team, how to prepare your home for a safe recovery, options available in anesthesia, the hospital stay, physical therapy after joint replacement, potential risks of surgery, and insurance issues... among many others. This handbook is unique in that you gain perspective from both patients and medical professionals. You are not 'lectured to' with technical medical jargon. Instead, you will become a part of the conversation. There are simply no other medical handbooks like it.
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