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Dr Stuart MacKenzie Resources
Is a hip replacement right for you
Hips

Is Hip replacement right for you?

If you are experiencing pain and discomfort in one or both of your hips, you might be considering hip replacement surgery. You are not alone; there are a growing number ...
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Options for hip replacements
Hips

What are the options available now for hip replacements?

Hip pain can be very difficult to deal with every day. If you are experiencing pain in your hip joint, you’re probably wondering what options are available to help you ...
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Can I have knee and hip surgery at the same time?
Hips

Can I have a hip and knee replacement at the same time?

The short answer is no. If you have experienced injury or have arthritis in both your knee and hip, your doctor might recommend that you have both joints replaced but ...
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Emotions before and after surgery
Before Surgery

How to take care of your emotions before and after surgery

Knee or hip replacement surgery will help reduce pain and give you a new lease on life. While the surgery will help you feel better, you may find yourself feeling ...
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My parent needs hip surgery
Hips

My parent needs a hip replacement: common questions answered

Is your parent getting ready to undergo hip replacement surgery to help ease hip pain and improve their quality of life?
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Caring for someone after knee surgery
Knees

3 tips on caring for someone after knee replacement surgery

Helping a loved one through recovery from knee replacement surgery is a generous and rewarding experience and one that the patient will appreciate immensely.
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Caring for your partner
After Surgery

Caring for the carer: 4 things that will make caring for your partner easier

Caring for your partner after she/he has had knee or hip replacement surgery is one of the most rewarding things you can do. However, it can also be challenging at ...
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where to find help
After Surgery

Caring for the carer – here’s where to find help if you need it

Your role as a carer is vital. However, providing physical and emotional support to someone who has recently undergone a knee or hip replacement can be demanding at times. Fortunately ...
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Mastering the art of Caring
Before Surgery

5 tips on mastering the art of caregiving

Caring for someone who is recovering from a knee or hip replacement is rewarding, but it can also be challenging at times even though it is only for a short ...
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3 ways to prepare for caregiving
Before Surgery

3 ways to prepare yourself for caregiving

So, you are ready and eager to be the caregiver for your loved one while they recover from a knee or hip replacement. Fantastic; your loved one is very lucky ...
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