Website for Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery
These web pages provide an overview of issues related to hip and knee replacement surgery. They explain how the surgery is performed, how to prepare for it, stages and pace of recovery and what to expect in the future.
Subject Headings Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by Arthritis Society (2016) CAN
Last modified on 08/20/2018
Video for Hip Replacement Surgery (Arthroplasty)
Video shows a patient going through all stages of hip replacement surgery done in the Toronto Western Hospital. It starts with the explanation how the surgery is done and how to prepare for it at home. It also covers pain management after surgery and various issues related to recovery, including physiotherapy, use of assistive devices and patient safety.
Published by University Health Network Patient Education (2015) CAN
Last modified on 07/04/2016
Pdf document for Recovery from a Hip Fracture: Information for Patients
This document explains what hip replacement surgery involves, its possible complications including managing pain. It also outlines steps in recovery and role of the physical exercises. There is a sequence of exercises to be done under the supervision of a physiotherapist and on your own. The publication also provides advice and tips on moving around the home, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and common household maintenance.
Subject Headings Physiotherapy, Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation ([2014]) CAN
Last modified on 10/22/2020
Pdf document for Knee Replacement Surgery: A Patient Guide to Recovery
This guide covers all stages of knee replacement surgery from how to prepare for it at home, the hospital stay during the procedure and recovery after the operation. It also provides exercises and tips of regaining full mobility and a checklist of equipment you may need in the hospital and at home.
Subject Headings Knee Replacement, Exercises, Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by Mount Sinai Hospital (2012) CAN
Pdf document for Total Hip Replacement Surgery: Patient Guide
This publication provides comprehensive information on hip replacement surgery, from preparations before the surgery, surgery itself, hospital stay (including a set of physio exercises) to recovery at home. There is also a list of community resources and a list of device and equipment vendors.
Published by North York General ([2014]) CAN
Website for My Surgery: Orthopaedic Surgery Patient Information
This website was designed for people in Nova Scotia who are having hip or knee replacement surgery but it offers information helpful to others. It may help you to prepare for surgery, to stay safely in the hospital, and with your recovery at home.
Published by Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness (2013) CAN
Last modified on 06/27/2016
Website for Recovering from a Hip Fracture
this information for patients and their caregivers following a hip fracture includes benefits of physical activity, nutrition, assistive devices, home adaptations and more.
Published by Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation (2015) CAN
Website for Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation
Information on bones and joints in human body includes advice from the orthopaedic experts on how to keep them healthy and prevent injuries. There are also descriptions and corresponding publications for different types of bone and joint surgeries.
Subject Headings Bones, Joints, Surgery
Pdf document for Hip Replacement Surgery: A Patient Guide to Recovery
This booklet has been developed to provide patient undergoing hip replacement surgery with helpful information regarding expected experiences before and after the surgery and to help them get back home and to their community as soon as possible after the operation. Post-surgery exercises, use of assistive equipment and safety issues are also covered.
By Foundation for the Advancement in Research in Medicine, Inc. , 2016
Website for How Do I Know if I Need Knee Replacement Surgery?
The page explains the common reasons of knee problems, symptoms that indicate severity of knee damage, especially worsening pain and avoidance of physical activities that involve knee movement.
Published by BoneSmart (2016) USA
Website for Arthritis Treatment Options
This website provides an overview of treatment options for people living with arthritis, including medications, surgery and natural treatments. Medication section provides information about the many drugs used to treat arthritis and arthritis-related conditions through the Arthritis Today Drug Guide. Surgery section describes different types of joint procedures and the section on alternative treatment discusses use of nutritional supplements, vitamins and other natural treatments.
Subject Headings Drug Use, Complementary Therapies, Arthritis, Treatment, Surgery
Published by Arthritis Foundation (2016) USA
Last modified on 06/13/2016
Website for Spine Universe
This resource provides numerous authoritative articles and blogs on neck and back pain. The website is intended for patients and professionals in this area of expertise. Patients and their caregivers will find here, in addition to information on diseases and treatments, information on pain management, before and post-surgery advice and tips on living better with a spinal or a neck condition. Patients will also find exams and tests typically conducted to diagnose spinal injuries, patient guides, videos and animations on various spine disorders. Spine Universe was founded by a U.S.-based orthopaedic spinal surgeon and is now run by a for profit medical education company, Vertical Health. They have an editorial board and content is written or vetted by medical & health care professionals.
Subject Headings Surgery, Pain, Spine Diseases, Back Pain, Neck Disorders
Published by Vertical Health (2018) USA
Website for Hip Revision
Hip revision surgery is performed to repair an artificial hip joint that has been demaged over time. The revision helps to correct the problem so the hip can function normally again. This page explains causes of hip pain and provides tips for all stages of the hip revision procedure, from preparation before the surgery, the hospital stay to recovery and rehabilitation.
Published by Cleveland Clinic (2016) USA
By Jared R. H. Foran, 2016
Website for Total Hip Replacement
This OrthoInfo page explains how changes in the hip occur and when the total hip replacement is needed. It also provides information for those facing a decision about the surgery, describes how the surgery is done and what to expect after in terms of recovery and possible complications. It includes videos that further illustrate how the total hip replacement procedure is performed.
Published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2016) USA
By U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2014
Website for Weight Loss Surgery
This web page provides access to information on bariatric surgery, which is performed to help extremely obese people lose weight. Covered aspects include suitability of weight loss surgery when another medical condition is present, explanation of different procedures, nutrition after surgery and misconceptions about this type of surgery. The page also lists videos showing bariatric or gastric surgery and patient pamphlets in English and Spanish.
Subject Headings Surgery, Obesity, Weight Control
Published by MedlinePlus (2014) USA
By Jared R. H. Foran, 2015
Website for Total Knee Replacement
This OrthoInfo page provides an overview of the total knee replacement surgery, hospital stay after the surgery, possible complications and recovery at home. It includes a short video showing how the procedure is performed.
Published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2015) USA
Website for OrthoInfo
OrthoInfo is a trusted source of information about musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. It explains how the bone-related conditions are treated, as well as how they can be prevented. The articles and videos are developed by orthopaedic surgeons who are members of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Subject Headings Bones, Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by American Academy of Orthopeadic Surgeons (2016) USA
Last modified on 09/25/2020
Website for Rehabilitation Exercises and Conditioning Handouts
After an injury or surgery, an exercise conditioning program will help you return to daily activities and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle. These general conditioning programs provide a wide range of exercises. To ensure that the programs are safe and effective for you, they should be performed under your doctor's supervision.
Subject Headings Exercise Program, Surgery, Rehabilitation
Published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2018) USA
Last modified on 08/21/2018
Website for Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement
This page provides information on the minimally invasive hip replacement procedure and compares it to the traditional hip replacement surgery. It also explains who could be a good candidate for this kind of surgical procedure.
Published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2014) USA
Website for Bariatric Surgery
This web page explains what bariatric surgery is, its benefits and possible risks. It explains terminology related to this surgery and outlines different types of bariatric surgeries. A description of each procedure includes the expected weight loss, metabolic and hormonal changes and complications that may occur in some patients.
Subject Headings Surgery, Obesity
Published by Obesity Action Coalition (2015) USA
Last modified on 02/18/2015
By Medical Multimedia Group, LLC
Website for Frequently Asked Questions About: Knee
This is a lengthy list of questions asked by individuals about knee pain, injury, surgery and rehabilitation and other related issues. Answers are provided by the Medical Multimedia Group, LLC. Some answers cite additional references from medical journals.
Subject Headings Surgery, Pain, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by Orthogate CAN
Pdf document for Knee Rehabilitation Exercises
This is a general conditioning program that provides a wide range of physical exercises after a knee injury or a knee surgery. Following a well-structured conditioning program will also help you return to daily activities and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle.
Subject Headings Exercise Program, Surgery, Hip and Knee Replacement
Published by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons ([2014]) USA
Last modified on 09/24/2020
Website for Back Pain Treatment Guide
This website provides information on diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation after spinal surgical procedures performed at the Cleveland Clinic. The Center for Spine Health’s multidisciplinary team brings together the expertise of nationally recognized Cleveland Clinic specialists in orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery and medical spine, offering patients with back and neck pain the latest, most innovative and effective medical and surgical treatments.
Subject Headings Surgery, Spine Diseases, Back Pain
Published by Cleveland Clinic (2018) USA
Last modified on 06/19/2018
Website for Joint Surgery
Learn about the different types of joint surgery and if joint surgery is right for you. Different procedures are explained, including knee and hip replacement and other types of joint surgeries. There is also discussion on how to prepare for this type of surgery and what results to expect.
Subject Headings Joints, Surgery
Published by Arthritis Foundation (2015) USA