How to prepare yourself before Orthopaedic surgery.

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How to prepare yourself before Orthopedic surgery.
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Globalization,  automation, and  computerization
have made a great impact on our day to day life.
It makes our life much easier and give us more
leisure options to work. But it also creates many
health problems. Back pain, arthritic hips, and
stiff neck muscles are just a few of them.  It's
also a result of our busy modern life.
 Orthopedics is the study of the musculoskeletal
system which involves the diagnosis and treatment
of bones, joints, ligaments and tendons, muscles
and nerves. Orthopedic surgeons  control the
musculoskeletal problem by mean of surgery and
medicine. Orthopedic surgeon do their best for
patients to get relieved from pain and help them
to have a better life.
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• Still, surgeries are the major concern for many
  patients. So, they should be mentally and
  physically prepared for it. Surgery can be a
  frightening experience with questions, doubts,
  and uncertainties. Research suggests that people
  who prepare mentally and physically for surgery
  have fewer complications than those who don't
  prepare. Prepare your body physically well by
  avoiding all types bad habits which help to
  increase the success rate of the surgery. People
  who smoke should stop their habit immediately.
   Smoking affects the blood flow in the body which
  will eventually affect the healing process.

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• . People who drink should avoid any type of
  alcohol intake at least 48 hours before any major
  surgery. Before facing the major spine surgery,
  the patient should know about their surgeon and
  caring staff. They should talk with their surgeon
  first to clarify his doubt and unnecessary fear.
  The patient should know about each and every
  detail before and after the surgery and what are
  the risks and complications that may arise. The
  cost of surgery is also a big factor so patients
  must know how long they need to stay in the
  hospital after surgery and how much it cost to
  them. The patient should also inquire about their
  health insurance benefits before admitting to
  hospital

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• .  In short, don't hesitate to ask questions to
  your surgeon if you are unsure of anything. It is
  always good to prepare mentally and physically
  for your surgery.  Always seek advice from your
  surgeon before continuing your day to day routine
  as they may cause serious complications from the
  surgery.
•  Dr. Mitchell Cohen is a well known orthopedic
  surgeon in California.  His practice is entirely
  devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of spinal
  disorders. Large no of patients visits Dr
  Mitchell Cohen Orthopedic to receive a wide range
  of orthopedic treatment.  He provides the best
  consultations about any type of orthopedic spine
  surgery. If you have any concerned regarding your
  spine then visit Dr. Mitchell Cohen MD
  Orthopedics at Fountain Valley Regional Hospital
  California.