Your role in your recovery is equally important to the role of your caregivers. That's why education is a vital part of HCA Virginia's joint and spine services. We offer education, orientation and classes to prepare you for your joint and spine procedure, understand your treatment and learn how to resume normal function with the help of therapy so you can get back to everyday living.
Learning about Your Condition and Treatment
Understanding your condition and your treatment plan is critical to your healing process. Understanding your pain and ways to manage it can also help you recuperate better and prevent future injuries.
Our educators will instruct you and your family about all aspects of your surgery -- what to expect, the post-surgery process, how to prepare your home for a successful recovery. This education helps shorten your length of stay and gets you home faster.
Getting Started
The joint and spine staff will help direct you to the appropriate classes and resources to learn about your condition and treatment. Classes that are offered include:
- Hip replacement classes
- Knee replacement classes
- Cervical spine classes
- Lumbar spine classes
Learn about preparing for spine surgery.