Patient Information
Post-op info for a successful recovery
You may be feeling anxious about this stage, but rest assured you are in the best possible hands and everything will be clearly outlined for you. Simon encourages you to take the time to read the information in this section. Please find below some important details about what you can expect after surgery. For common post-operative questions, see our FAQs page.
You will wake following surgery in the recovery area. The goal of modern anaesthetic techniques is for you to wake up with little, to no pain. After many arthroscopic procedures, including ACL reconstruction and rotator cuff repair, you will be discharged home the same day. If you need to stay overnight, you will be transferred to the ward.
At the time of discharge from hospital you will be given details of your rehabilitation plan, work certificates, and instructions for any exercises to do at home. Copies of your operation notes and a rehabilitation plan will be sent directly to your physiotherapist. You will need someone to drive you home from the hospital and stay with you for the first night after surgery.
A follow-up appointment will be made and you will be advised of the time.
Following Surgery
Post-op care
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