Post Op - Frequently Asked Questions

Please see below for common questions

Pain Medications

Prescriptions have been faxed to your pharmacy at the time of your surgery
Renewals msut be requested through your pharmacy - they will can contact us through our fax at 905-526-6227
Renewals will only be provided for 2 weeks post surgery

Game Ready Cold Therapy - if eligible

administered through Stimulate Health
to use post-operatively for 2 weeks
https://stimulatehealth.ca/coldtherapy/

How to remove the pain pump?

see the YouTube video below to assist you with Pain Pump removal

Follow Up appointment - Shoulder Arthroscopy, Shoulder Arthroplasty

at the Hamilton General Fracture Clinic 2 weeks post surgery
this appointment will have been made for you

Follow Up appointment - Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

at the Hamilton General Fracture Clinic 2 weeks post surgery ***ONLY IF YOUR GP IS UNABLE TO REMOVE STAPLES***
otherwise at the Hamilton General Fracture Clinic 6 weeks post surgery
this appointment will have been made for you