Joint replacement coaching
A patient guide for every phase of hip and knee replacement.
This guide turns the PBJ Rapid Recovery System into short chapters patients can revisit before and after surgery. It is meant to feel like a calm coach beside the procedure pages, with practical answers when patients need them.
Recovery principles
A clear plan beats a crowded packet.
The PBJ Rapid Recovery System gives patients a practical way to prepare before surgery, understand the early recovery window, and know when to call for help.
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Before surgery: medical readiness, lifestyle optimization, infection prevention, and home setup
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Surgery week: packing, arrival expectations, discharge planning, and the first 72 hours
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After surgery: wound care, swelling control, activity progression, and long-term follow-up
Chapter guidance
What patients need to understand.
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What the guide is for
Patients should not feel that surgery is scheduled and everything else is left to memory. The guide gives structure to the practical parts of recovery.
- Prepare before the busy week
- Keep common questions in one place
- Return to office instructions when details are individualized
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Built for Hawaii logistics
Oahu, West Oahu, Hilo, Kona, and neighbor island patients often coordinate records, flights, rides, caregivers, hotels, and follow-up. Recovery planning should include those details early.
- Plan records and imaging before travel
- Confirm caregiver and transportation needs
- Avoid booking around wound checks or follow-up
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Use one chapter at a time
Patients usually need one answer at a time on a phone. Focused chapters are easier to scan, share, print, and revisit than one long recovery packet.
- Start with the next decision
- Open the warning signs page quickly
- Use follow-up visits to personalize the plan
Patient checklist
Make the next step concrete.
A patient should finish each chapter knowing what to do next, what is normal, and what should prompt a call to the office.
Start with medical optimization and lifestyle preparation
Move into checklists, packing, equipment, and surgery-day planning
Use the first 72 hours guide immediately after surgery
Use the hip or knee timeline that matches the procedure
Revisit warning signs whenever recovery feels off
Common questions
Fast answers, careful claims.
Does this replace my office instructions?+
No. These chapters explain the recovery process in plain language. Follow the written instructions from Dr. Morton and the care team.
Should I call if I am unsure?+
Yes. If symptoms are worsening, confusing, or listed as warning signs, call the office or seek urgent care based on the situation.
Will every patient recover on the same timeline?+
No. Recovery depends on diagnosis, procedure, health, support, travel, and complications. Use the timeline as guidance, not a guarantee.
Continue the guide
Related chapters and next decisions.
Ready for a plan?
Start with a focused orthopedic consultation.
Bring your symptoms, imaging, records, medication list, and goals. The first win is understanding what is causing the pain and what path is realistic.
