Why are Surgeons Performing Rapid Recovery Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement?
Today’s implants offer exceptional outcomes, but traditional surgical techniques require a long and involved physical recovery. Surgeons understand that patients desire to heal quickly so they can return to a more active and enjoyable lifestyle. In addition to a shorter incision, surgeons using the Rapid Recovery Program have implemented a highly organized treatment plan for their patients’ physical and mental health. Rapid Recovery patients are educated with a variety of materials. The comphrehensive educational materials will help patients understand the surgical procedure and its outcomes. Rapid Recovery patients begin preoperative strengthening exercises to help them prepare for surgery and their recovery. Patients may be given a comprehensive nutrition plan to help ensure optimum health before surgery. Rapid Recovery surgeons may also implement a unique pain program during surgery that is designed to dramatically reduce a patient’s postoperative pain. Reducing patients’ postoperat
