BCHHC

Contact Us:
402-223-7280

We offer a free monthly Joint Camp to provide you with information about hip or knee joint replacement surgery as well as insights into having surgery at our hospital. No preregistration is required.

When are the classes held?

Our classes are usually held on the third Thursday of each month. We offer some evening and some afternoon sessions thoughout the year.

Check the following list to find the day and time that works best for you. We believe the more you know the better your outcome. Please call if you have questions or concerns about attending Joint Camp.

2019

BCH Conference Center

November 21, 6:30 p.m.

December 19, 2:30 p.m.

2020

BCH Conference Center

January 16, 6:30 p.m.

February 20, 6:30 p.m.

March 19, 2:30 p.m.

April 16, 6:30 p.m.

May 21, 6:30 p.m.

June 18, 2:30 p.m.

July 16, 6:30 p.m.

August 20, 6:30 p.m.

September 17, 2:30 p.m.

October 15, 6:30 p.m.

November 19, 6:30 p.m.

December 17, 2:30 p.m.

 Who should come to Joint Camp?

• If you are scheduled for a total joint replacement, you are strongly encouraged to attend a total joint camp.
• If you are trying to decide if a total joint replacement is for you.
• Some of the most common reasons that people have total joint replacements include:
  • Severe knee or hip pain that limits everyday activities.
  • Moderate or severe pain while resting, either day or night.
  • The ideal time for surgery is often when other measures such as medicines, exercise, weight loss and alternative therapies no longer work.

What will you learn if you come to Joint Camp?

• We will provide information on what you can expect before, during and after your surgery:
  • Anatomy & physiology of the knee and hip
  • Anesthesia options
  • Preparing yourself and your home for surgery
  • Inform you of your role in decreasing your risk of developing a surgical site infection
  • Visitor information
  • What to expect the day of surgery
  • Rehabilitation: Physical and Occupational Therapy
  • Total knee and hip replacement exercises
  • Discharge options
  • Caring for your new joint at home
• Decrease your anxiety level.
• Answer any questions you may have.