Q:Will I be able to go home the same day after the knee replacement, or is an overnight stay expected? A: “For many patients, same-day discharge after knee replacement is not only possible—it’s the goal. Thanks to advances in surgical techniques, anesthesia and pain control, we’re often able to help patients recover safely and comfortably at home. Your ability to go home the same day depends on factors like your overall health, mobility and support at home. After surgery, we’ll carefully assess how you’re doing and make sure it’s safe before sending you home.” —Jared Rickert, DO, Faith Regional Health Services Orthopedics Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Walla Walla, WA Permit No. 44 FAITH REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES 2700 W. Norfolk Ave. Norfolk, NE 68701 Some heart attack signs are sneaky. Learn what to watch for. See page 14 Q: How can I measure my heart rate at home? A: “The most common way is by feeling your pulse, measuring it for 15 seconds and multiplying by 4. Other options to give you an accurate heart rate include wearables, such as watches, which are very common and inexpensive.” —Eric Rome, DO, Faith Regional CardioVascular Institute Q: I have a torn hip labrum. With total hip replacement, is the labrum removed, or will I continue to have pain? A: “The goal with hip replacement surgery is that you’re pain-free after we replace the hip. When performing the replacement, the labrum is removed from the hip joint. Once removed, it should not continue to cause pain.” —John Lammli, MD, Faith Regional Health Services Orthopedics Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to ask our specialists your questions!
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