Joint Replacement Camp
Walk Without Wincing
Metro Health Hospital's Joint Replacement Camp offers a distinctive approach to elective
knee and hip surgeries and focuses on camaraderie and teamwork. The surgical
and rehab program is a unique approach to these life-enhancing procedures
addressing the personal as well as emotional challenges during recovery.
Joint Replacement Camp is a concept revolving around the ability of patients to improve their own rehabilitation when they are put in a group setting and encouraged to measure their progress against fellow campers. It is a team approach involving the patient, orthopedic surgeons, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, discharge planners and family members.
The "camp" provides a framework for a systematic, structured way to assist patients undergoing joint replacement surgery from pre-admission through post-operative care. A key element of joint camp is the selection of a "coach" or family member. The support person is with the patient during the twice-daily therapy sessions. Campers are treated with various amenities to encourage feelings of wellness and freedom from joint pain.
The specialized unit features private patient rooms. This unit also features a group activities room, in which patients will receive education prior to surgery, participate in group exercise sessions, and enjoy meeting with fellow campers.
For more information about Joint Replacement Camp, please call (616) 252-7306.