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Paperback
Book Title
Handbook of Hip & Knee Joint Replacement
Weight
1 lbs
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Book
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ISBN
9781466252455

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Publisher
CreateSpace
ISBN-10
1466252456
ISBN-13
9781466252455
eBay Product ID (ePID)
117344223

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
324 Pages
Publication Name
Handbook of Hip and Knee Joint Replacement : Through the Eyes of the Patient, Surgeon and Medical Team
Language
English
Subject
Physician & Patient
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Medical
Author
Ronald R. Hugate Jr., Robert Holland
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
28.4 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
8 in

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To date, we've sold 3000-4000 copies. Due to 'used book sales' after the initial purchase, we can no longer track actual sales. As such, we've recently lowered the price to compete the buy-back venues. We ask you to buy the handbook at this new low price directly from us as the authors, versus the buy back venues because we need something to keep our website operational.For you, this is a great deal With your help, we can keep the Hip and Knee Handbook on the market for all those who need this vital input before making this life-changing journey.We wish you the most excellent outcome and wish to thank you for helping us keep it on the market for those who need it.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 (one a preeminent pain management specialist and anesthesiologist, Dr. Gianni Checa; and the other an expert physical therapist Ms. Inger Brueckner MSPT).In addition, there's a chapters from a hip replacement patient (both hips) and a knee replacement patient (both knees), who describe this life-changing journey for you. 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 is the newest-and best-resource we know of for you 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 and is now gaining wide recognition approaching a 1000 copies This definitive, patient's educational resource brings the subject to life for you using clear, understandable language written to guide you in learning everything you need to know about the journey to a new you. Why? Because it's written from multiple perspectives of all the people involved. These writers and collaborators include the following: Dr. Francine Campone - who's had both hips replaced; Robert D. Holland - who's had two knee replacements; 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 - who often works with Dr. Hugate, and is a renowned anesthesiologist and pain management specialist; and finally, Inger Brueckner, MSPT - who also works with Dr. Hugate, and is an excellent, senior physical therapist (who also teaches and lectures on PT).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, but rather a part of the conversation. There are simply no other medical handbooks like it.You won't be disappointed with this easily understood and informative look at the journey through joint replacement If you love the handbook, please give us a great review and thanks for taking this journey with us., To date, we've sold 3000-4000 copies. Due to 'used book sales' after the initial purchase, we can no longer track actual sales. As such, we've recently lowered the price to compete the buy-back venues. We ask you to buy the handbook at this new low price directly from us as the authors, versus the buy back venues because we need something to keep our website operational.For you, this is a great deal! With your help, we can keep the Hip and Knee Handbook on the market for all those who need this vital input before making this life-changing journey.We wish you the most excellent outcome and wish to thank you for helping us keep it on the market for those who need it.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 (one a preeminent pain management specialist and anesthesiologist, Dr. Gianni Checa; and the other an expert physical therapist Ms. Inger Brueckner MSPT).In addition, there's a chapters from a hip replacement patient (both hips) and a knee replacement patient (both knees), who describe this life-changing journey for you. 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 is the newest-and best-resource we know of for you 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 and is now gaining wide recognition approaching a 1000 copies!This definitive, patient's educational resource brings the subject to life for you using clear, understandable language written to guide you in learning everything you need to know about the journey to a new you. Why? Because it's written from multiple perspectives of all the people involved. These writers and collaborators include the following: Dr. Francine Campone - who's had both hips replaced; Robert D. Holland - who's had two knee replacements; 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 - who often works with Dr. Hugate, and is a renowned anesthesiologist and pain management specialist; and finally, Inger Brueckner, MSPT - who also works with Dr. Hugate, and is an excellent, senior physical therapist (who also teaches and lectures on PT).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, but rather a part of the conversation. There are simply no other medical handbooks like it.You won't be disappointed with this easily understood and informative look at the journey through joint replacement!If you love the handbook, please give us a great review and thanks for taking this journey with us., 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.
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