Pre-Operative Total Hip Replacement Seminar Videos
These videos are intended for patients scheduled for a hip replacement surgery and taught by a team of nurses, physical therapists and occupational therapists who work for the Cottage Center for Orthopedics Joint Replacement Program at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
Total Hip Replacement Surgery Videos
Watch the following videos prior to a total hip replacement surgery.
*Marked videos are required viewing for total hip replacements.
Total Hip Introduction
Overview of the total hip replacement journey by one of our local orthopedic surgeons, Bryan Emmerson, MD. (3.14 min)
Pre-Op: What to Know Before Your Procedure*
Required. Important information on how prepared ahead of surgery for the best possible outcome. (5.00 min)
Chlorhexidine Pre-Op Wash Instructions
This video will demonstrate how to perform your at home pre-operative wash using chlorexidine. (1.46 min)
Anesthesia Overview*
Required. Description of common anesthesia options used during surgery provided by a local anesthesiologist. (1.42 min)
Post-Op: What to Expect After Your Surgery*
Required. Detailed information about what to expect after surgery while you are still in the hospital. (4.39 min)
After Discharge: What to Expect When You Go Home*
Required. Review of key educational points to remember as you continue your journey at home. (2.45 min)
Preventing Infection and DVT*
Required. Specific education on how to prevent a surgical site infection and deep vein thrombosis (blood clot). (4.35 min)
Frequently Asked Questions
Hosted by several local orthopedic surgeons, this video reviews the answers to common questions patients ask. (5.45 min)
Total Hip Therapy
Total hip instructions/precautions provided by a hospital Physical and Occupational Therapist. (4.33 min)
