• About Us
  • Careers
  • News
  • Classes & Events
  • Give

NORTHERN REGIONAL HOSPITAL

  • Find a Doctor
  • Services
  • Patients & Visitors
  • Contact Us
  • Employee Login
  • COVID-19
Home » Hospital Services » Orthopaedics » Joint Replacement Pre-Surgery Classes

A special class is held weekly for patients scheduled for joint replacement surgery. As a patient, you will be scheduled to attend a class at least 2 weeks prior to your surgery. Members of the team will be there to answer your questions. You are encouraged to bring a family member or friend to act as your coach. The outline of the class is as follows:

  • The role of your Coach/Caregiver
  • Meet some members of the Joint Replacement Team
  • Tour the Joint Replacement Center
  • Learn your breathing exercises
  • Review your preoperative exercises
  • Learn about assistive devices and joint protection
  • Discharge planning and obtaining equipment you may need
  • Completion of preoperative forms


830 Rockford Street | Mount Airy, NC 27030

(336) 719-7000

nrhinfo@wearenorthern.org

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

About Northern

  • About Us
  • Message from the CEO
  • Board of Trustees
  • Our History
  • Employee Login

Careers

  • Our Careers
  • Apply Now
  • Educational Resources
  • HR Department
  • Volunteer Opportunities

Contact Us

  • Contact Us
  • Clinics
  • Request Medical Record
  • Privacy Notice
  • Joint Commission

© 2023 Northern Regional Hospital· All rights reserved.  Notice of Non-descrimination. Privacy Policy.