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24 Hours Before Joint Replacement Surgery: How to Prepare
Orthopedic surgeon William Macaulay, MD, and Ann Marie Moynihan, RN, share tips for preparing before joint replacement surgery.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on September 30, 2023In the 24 hours before joint replacement surgery, it’s natural to have nerves. Anxiety about joint replacement is normal, even though it’s a very common surgery with a low rate of complications. One of the ways to reduce your anxiety is by “getting your ducks in a row” before the surgery, so to speak.
You know your life will temporarily be different and even difficult as you recover and heal from the surgery. Planning the logistics for your recovery may help reduce any obstacles after the surgery. In turn, this might improve your confidence.
Additional Medical Contributors (2)
- William Macaulay, MDWilliam Macaulay, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon at NYU Langone Health in New York City.
- Ann Marie Moynihan, RNAnn Marie Moynihan, RN, served as the Director of Nursing at NYU Langone Health in New York City. She is currently the Vice President for Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer at Saint Joseph's Medical Center/St. Vincent's Hospital Westchester Division,
References
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. (2020). Preparing for joint replacement surgery.
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. (2021). Total joint replacement.
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