Education Classes
Classes offered before you see your orthopedic surgeon:
Preparing for Your Consult Visit Class
Learn about wellness for arthritis: pain management, nutrition, exercise and assistive devices. Prepare for the surgeon consult by understanding risks and benefits of surgery.
“Be Your Healthiest You” Class
Ever wonder why we know what to do to be healthy, but we don't do it? If the answer is yes, this class is for you. Learn the science behind adopting new healthy habits (& making them stick).
Pain Management Class
Learn why pain happens, what makes it worse, and non-drug strategies to help manage your pain.
Nutrition & Exercises Class (3-part series)
- Exercise: Learn about safe and effective exercise to help you prepare for your joint replacement. Information will cover cardiovascular exercise, strengthening, and flexibility.
- Nutrition: Learn how to improve your overall health and well-being through diet and lifestyle changes. Information will cover nutrition for health, for arthritis & for surgery.
Classes offered after you see your orthopedic surgeon:
Total Hip or Total Knee Replacement Class
Demonstrations of equipment and how to move safely after surgery as well as discussion about home set up and exercise.
Before Your Surgery Preparation Class
Learn about your hospital stay, preparing for a safe discharge and living with your new joint.
Other classes offered after you see your orthopedic surgeon if not already taken:
- “Be Your Healthiest You” Class
- Pain Management Class
- Nutrition & Exercise
