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Home Setup Before Knee Surgery
Dr CR Oosthuizen 3 min read
Clear paths, raised toilet, things at hip height, ice ready and meals in the freezer.
Clear walkways: remove loose rugs, trailing cables and clutter from the routes between bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living room. Crutches are unforgiving.
Bathroom: a raised toilet seat or commode for the first 2 weeks, a non-slip mat in the shower, a shower chair if you have one, and easy-to-reach toiletries.
Kitchen and bedroom: move daily-use items to hip height so you do not need to bend or reach. Cook and freeze a week of meals. Have ice packs in the freezer, a recliner or chair with arms ready, and a comfortable spot to elevate the leg above heart level.
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