When your new parts are in place, the incision is closed with metal clips. To prepare for your surgery you and your family should do these things. Tell your doctor the medications you are taking. You may need to stop taking some of your medicine. Stop smoking before your surgery.
Smoking can cause problems after surgery.
It can keep the wound from healing well. Practice the exercises that are included on pages and of this book. The length of time will depend on your own personal situation. Also arrange to have someone bring you home from the hospital. Remove scatter rugs.