Bibliograph

An insider's guide to orthopedic surgery, a physical therapist shares the keys to a better recovery, Elizabeth Kaufmann ; with a foreword by Jared Foran, MD

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An insider's guide to orthopedic surgery, a physical therapist shares the keys to a better recovery, Elizabeth Kaufmann ; with a foreword by Jared Foran, MD

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

An insider's guide to orthopedic surgery

Oclc number

974699606

Responsibility statement

Elizabeth Kaufmann ; with a foreword by Jared Foran, MD

Sub title

a physical therapist shares the keys to a better recovery

Summary

Nearly two million Americans undergo elective orthopedic surgery each year. As a physical therapist who has spent more than seventeen years helping patients through recovery, author Elizabeth Kaufmann discusses the things that your surgeon usually doesn't cover: preparing your home upon return, understanding your hospital stay, getting the best care from the therapists, and dealing with pain throughout the healing process. You'll also learn the difference between a physical therapist and an occupational therapist; be ready for that first session; and find out the advantages of home therapy, subacute rehab, and outpatient therapy

Table Of Contents

Choosing your surgeon -- Getting ready for surgery -- You can't go home alone -- Know your lines -- Who's who in the hospital -- Personal demons -- Coping with pain -- Rehab starts now -- The ABCs of hospital culture -- Homeward bound

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