General Surgery Information
This page is about Orthopaedic surgery Information for patients. Some of the information contains;
General Surgery info
Links to Procedure information
Rehabilitation Protocols
General Orthopaedic Surgery Information
Leading up to the Surgery
Go to your physiotherapist
1. It will help with strengthening
2. You will need a brace fitting/ Sling fitting prior to your Surgery
Day before surgery
Arrive 2 hours before your surgery
No food or drink after midnight the day before surgery
If your book on a wait list day of surgery, keep your phone nearby incase surgery time changes
FAQ
How much pain will I be in?
How long does the procedure take?
How long will I take to heal from my surgery?
How are the surgeries done?
What will I need for my home care?
What Kind of Anesthetic is used?
Will I be admitted to the Hospital?
When can I drive again?
General Orthopaedic Surgery Information
Leading up to the Surgery
Go to your physiotherapist
1. It will help with strengthening
2. You will need a brace fitting/ Sling fitting prior to your Surgery
Day before surgery
Arrive 2 hours before your surgery
No food or drink after midnight the day before surgery
If your book on a wait list day of surgery, keep your phone nearby incase surgery time changes
FAQ
How much pain will I be in?
How long does the procedure take?
How long will I take to heal from my surgery?
How are the surgeries done?
What will I need for my home care?
What Kind of Anesthetic is used?
Will I be admitted to the Hospital?
Leading up to the Surgery
Go to your physiotherapist
1. It will help with strengthening
2. You will need a brace fitting/ Sling fitting prior to your Surgery
Day before surgery
Arrive 2 hours before your surgery
No food or drink after midnight the day before surgery
If your book on a wait list day of surgery, keep your phone nearby incase surgery time changes
FAQ
How much pain will I be in?
How long does the procedure take?
How long will I take to heal from my surgery?
How are the surgeries done?
What will I need for my home care?
What Kind of Anesthetic is used?
Will I be admitted to the Hospital?
Helpful Tips about Getting Orthopaedic Surgery
Leading up to the Surgery
Go to your physiotherapist
1. It will help with strengthening
2. You will need a brace fitting/ Sling fitting prior to your Surgery
FAQ
How long does the procedure take?
How long will I take to heal from my surgery?
How are the surgeries done?
What will I need for my home care?
Will I be admitted to the Hospital?
Prior To getting Surgery
1. Start with Physiotherapy
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it will help you get strong : Here is the link to physiotherpy protocols
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Will also do a Brace or Sling Fitting
How are the surgeries done?
Click here for more information about specific procedures
Have a good meal the night before (No Food/ Drink after Midnight)
Day of Surgery
Arrive 2 hours before your surgery
No food or drink after midnight the day before surgery
If your booked surgery is on a wait list day of surgery, keep your phone nearby in case surgery time changes
Surgery Afer Care
How soon can I eat a meal?
As soon as you can tolerate it. If you feel nauseous you can eat easy foods such as;
- Soups
-Smoothies
-Oral hydration solutions (i.e G2 gatorade)
-Apple sauce
-Banana's
-Yogurt
-plain foods
How Soon can I have a Shower?
5 Days after surgery, after you remove the outer dressing and replace it with waterproof bandages
How Long should I wear my sling/brace for?
Slings & Braces Keep it on for 6 weeks - including sleep
Only take off to exercise
FAQ
Items to have at home After Surgery
Brace/Sling
Dressings
Ice-bucket
Soap pump- for easier use for the shower
Waterproof Bandages
High fibre food/liquids;
Metamucil or Prune/Peach Juice/Cherry Juice
Dried apricots/Prunes & Stay Hydrated
Will I be admitted to the hospital?
No, This is a "day surgery" meaning you will go home the same day of surgery.
How Long will I have to Stay in the hospital?
You will be held approximately 2-3 hour after your surgery is completed.
What Kind of Anestheic is used?
General
How long is the surgery procedure?
All surgeries are booked for 2-3 hours
How long will it take for me to heal from surgery?
6-12 weeks off work for desk work type activities
4-6 months for more manual labor type jobs.
You'll be wearing a brace and unable to drive for 6 weeks after surgery.