- Thanks to optimized rehabilitation protocols and innovative surgical techniques, day surgery or “ambulatory surgery” is possible and even desirable for healthy patients.
- With an optimized pain management protocol, our patients are encouraged to stand up with the help of a physiotherapist just a few hours after the operation. Early mobilization promotes optimal recovery and helps restore your mobility.
- During the first few weeks, movement is assisted with a walker or a cane to ensure stability.
- Thanks to the use of a waterproof acrylic dressing, you can shower as soon as you get home (with help to avoid a fall). However, the wound must not be submerged in a bath or hot tub until it has fully healed.
- Driving is possible 2 – 4 weeks after the operation if :
- You are no longer taking narcotics that could affect your alertness
- You can brake suddenly and painlessly in emergency situations.
- You have short distances to cover.
- Most patients can gradually return to work after 2 to 3 months. Some individuals with flexible, sedentary jobs may return after just a few weeks, while those with physically demanding work often need to wait 3 to 6 months to safely resume their duties.
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If you’re considering a hip or knee arthroplasty, we encourage you to contact us to learn more about our physicians’ expertise and how they can help you regain your mobility.
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With over 25 years of experience and more than 12,000 successful surgeries, our doctors are renowned for their expertise in complex hip and knee cases and their commitment to providing exceptional patient care.