Handbook of Hip & Knee Joint Replacement: Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon & Medical Team

Explicitly written to not become dated, meaning that the surgeries as described are only a small part of the knowledge you need to go through this life-changing operation. As always, you should consult with your physician for the most up-to-date information. As of 2022, we've sold more than 40,000 copies. We ask you to buy the handbook directly from us versus the buy-back venues, because we need your support to keep our website operational. With your help, we can keep the Hip and Knee Handbook on the market for all those who need this vital knowledge.

Dr. Ronald R. Hugate Jr. MD, FACC, brings his wisdom and advice to this great book and asked two of his favorite, professional, medical colleagues from his team of medical experts to contribute as well a preeminent. The chapter on pain management is written by specialist and anesthesiologist, Dr. Gianni Checa. the chapter on Physical Therapy is written Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Ms. Inger Brueckner, MSPT. The chapter by Professor Francine Campone, EdD, whose had both hips replaced and shares her insights and advice. Robert Holland both produced the handbook and added his own chapter on total-knee-joint replacement after having had both knees done. Robert also added the chapter about preparing your home before surgery.

You will learn about:•Deciding on a hip replacement…•Deciding on a knee replacement…•What's going on in your arthritic joints…•Choosing your surgeon…•Preparing your home…•Your options for anesthesia and pain management…•How long you'll be in the hospital…•How long it'ill take to recover…•Physical therapy and why you need it…•What your life will be like afterward… Written expressly for you as the patient, this remains a superlative resource if you’re contemplating hip or knee joint replacement surgery! Whether you've already had total joint replacement of the hip or knee—or you are just now thinking about having a bad hip joint, or bad knee joint replaced, the “Handbook of Hip & Knee Joint Replacement: Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon & Medical Team” is unsurpassed in it’s breadth and scope! This definitive, patient's educational resource brings the subject to life for you using clear, understandable language written in large print to guide you in learning everything you need to know about the journey to a new you. Why? Dr. Ronald R. Hugate Jr. — a renowned orthopedic surgeon who also specializes in bone oncology and limb preservation, is a veteran combat-surgeon in the U.S. Army Reserves and has taken care of our troops in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. Gianni Checa is a renowned anesthesiologist and pain management specialist. Inger Brueckner, MSPT is a senior physical therapist, who also teaches and lectures on Physical Therapy. Topics covered include: when you 'need' a joint replacement, the anatomy of the knee and hip, the effects of aging on your joints, how to select a surgeon, introduction to the members of the medical team, how to prepare your home for a safe recovery, options available in anesthesia, the hospital stay, physical therapy after joint replacement, potential risks of surgery, and insurance issues... among many others. This handbook is unique in that you gain perspective from both patients and medical professionals. You are not 'lectured to' with technical medical jargon. Instead, you will become a part of the conversation. There are simply no other medical handbooks like it.

Coauthors: Robert D. Holland and Ronald R. Hugate Jr., MD ~~~~~~ --> Dr. Ronald Hugate is the Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Presbyterian/Saint Luke's Medical center in Denver, Colorado. Following his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Dr. Hugate went on to complete surgical training in orthopedic surgery at the Penn State College of Medicine. Subsequently, he completed a two-year Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. In 2005 he moved to Denver and joined Colorado Limb Consultants. --> He is currently a member of the Denver Clinic for Extremities at Risk where he specializes in joint replacement/reconstruction and treatment of tumors involving the muscles and joints. His research interests involve advancement of joint replacement design and the treatment of bone cancers. --> He has published numerous scientific articles and speaks on various subjects at academic conferences. --> He was a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserves and has served at combat surgical hospitals in both Iraq and Afghanistan where he was awarded numerous Army Commendations for his service. ~~~~~~ --> Robert Holland attended the University of Colorado and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Information Systems. In this capacity he performed computer, information technology (IT) consulting and owned an IT consulting company until early 2002 when he settled down for a long and fruitful employment with the State of Colorado sheriffs association where he was the Director of Information Services and IT Project Manager. --> He eventually earned his Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification in mid-2009. Robert writes science fiction and has been a technical writer as part of his career for over 30 years. --> He will recently complete and publish a new science fiction saga called "The Dragons of Orion and, Elijah, The Stolen-Man". Watch for it on Amazon. --> Robert is an avid bicycle rider (on the many bike trails around his home in Denver Colorado) and loves to hike in the beautiful and rugged Rocky Mountains. ~~~~~~