What to Expect on your Joint Replacement Journey
Ascension Michigan’s team of Orthopedic surgeons stand by your side and provide resources to help you through your joint replacement journey.
Understanding Joint Replacement
Our Orthopedic surgeons are dedicated to providing a compassionate, personalized approach to your care. Our doctors, nurses and therapists specialize in caring for patients who undergo joint replacement surgery. From pre and post surgery education, physical therapy and ongoing support, our care teams are here every step of the way to help restore you to a higher quality of living.
To assist with your transition from the different stages of the procedure and throughout your recovery, we provide a variety of ‘What to Expect’ resources, which include:
- What to Expect Before Surgery
- What to Expect the Day of Surgery
- What to Expect After Surgery
- What to Expect During Recovery
In addition, the following resources provide helpful tips on general to do’s, pre and post-operative exercises and how to’s:
If you have any questions prior to your joint replacement surgery, please contact your Orthopedic doctor.
We believe recovery from joint replacement surgery is a partnership. We’re counting on you to do your part by being informed and prepared, and we commit to doing ours by providing you with the compassionate, personalized orthopedic care you deserve.
Our goal is to help you live with less pain so your next step can be a leap.
Featured Locations
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Ascension Genesys Hospital
Our care teams at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc, Michigan, deliver emergency care and specialty care for your needs.
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Ascension Borgess Hospital
Our care teams at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, deliver emergency care and specialty care for your needs.
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Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
Our care teams at Ascension St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan, deliver emergency care and specialty care for your needs.
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Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital
In Southeastern Michigan, Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital delivers 24/7 ER care and multispecialty care close to home.