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When preparing for joint
replacement surgery, it is

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important to prepare your home
for your recovery. Follow this

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checklist to make sure your home
is safe for your recovery. DO:

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Create a living area on one
floor if possible, so you can

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avoid stairs. Tripping or
falling can damage your new

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joint. DO: Remove throw rugs,
electrical cords or wires and

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other tripping hazards from the
area. Tack down any loose

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carpeting. DO: Add nightlights
to the hallways, bedrooms, and

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bathroom. If you have stairs,
make sure the handrail is

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secure. DO: Pre-cook several
meals before your surgery and

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freeze them to eat later. Stock
your pantry ahead of time. DO:

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Pay special attention to the
bathroom. Install handrails near

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the toilet and in the shower.
This can help you avoid putting

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too much pressure on your new
joint. You may want to put a

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chair in the shower in case you
need to rest while showering. Do

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Not: Use towel racks as grab
bars. They cannot support your

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weight. Do Not: Carry anything
when you are walking around. You

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may need your hands to help you
balance. Use a small backpack or

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fanny pack to carry things such
as your phone. Talk to your

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healthcare provider about the
safest ways to prepare your

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home. Follow this checklist to
have a safe and healthy recovery

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at home.