Procedure
Total Hip Replacement (THA)
A one-page care plan for patients having Total Hip Replacement (THA), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this surgery replaces my hip joint to improve pain and function
- I understand it helps me walk, move, and do daily activities with less pain
- I follow instructions about medicines, bathing, and preparation before surgery
- I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
- I prepare my home for safe recovery (walker, raised seat, clear pathways)
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Total Hip Replacement (THA) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.