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Before surgery

Prepare

Make coming home easier.

A few thoughtful decisions before surgery can make the everyday parts of recovery feel easier. Explore a practical preparation checklist.

A patient practising a careful step-up on a low platform between parallel bars while a therapist cues knee alignment

Start with the basics

Your space

Clear clutter, remove tripping hazards and make sure the spaces you’ll use most are well lit and easy to move through.

Meals + everyday needs

Stock up on easy meals, drinks and everyday basics so there are fewer errands to think about when you get home.

Rides + help

Think about rides to appointments, errands and the everyday things that may be easier with another set of hands.

People + pets

Consider the routines that still need to happen while you're recovering — kids, pets, groceries, laundry and everything else that doesn't stop for surgery.

In this journey

Next: Replenish

You've thought about preparing your home and routines.

Now prepare your body for what's ahead.

Explore Replenish
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