Using this resource
This is historical reference material. Names, roles, dates, event details, services and clinical information reflect the source material and may have changed.
Patient information
Watch Dr Darren Waters’s video guides to hip replacement, knee surgery and preparation for recovery. Choose a topic below, then bring your questions to your next appointment.
On this pageAnterior Hip Replacement Surgery
An introduction to anterior hip replacement. Use it alongside a consultation about the approach suited to your circumstances.
Multi-Strand ACL Reconstruction
Learn about multi-strand ACL reconstruction and prepare questions about the technique proposed for your knee.
Preparing for Surgery: Prehabilitation and Early Discharge
Explore preparation for surgery, prehabilitation and early discharge planning with your treating team.
Robotic Knee Surgery and Pain Management
A discussion of robotic knee surgery and pain management to help you prepare for a conversation about your care plan.
Make the most of these videos
Write down the points you would like your surgeon to explain, including which options apply to you, what preparation is needed and what to expect during recovery. These videos provide general information; your treating team can explain how it relates to your own care.
Questions to consider
- Which information in this resource applies to my situation?
- Has the advice, service or research described changed since it was published?
- Which questions should I take to my treating clinician?