This information is provided as a guide and has been designed to give you a better understanding of your procedure. You will learn how to prepare yourself and make your home ready following your knee surgery.

The document below contains information about:

• Knee anatomy and function
• Partial or total knee replacement surgery
• Potential risks and complications
• Preparation for surgery
• Postoperative hospital stay
• Guidelines at home

You are encouraged to read this information prior to your admission to hospital. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your Doctor’s rooms.

It is hoped that this information will assist in alleviating some of your anxieties about your surgery.

Knee Surgery Patient Booklet (2.45 MB) in pdf form

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