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