Inova Spine Surgery Patient Education Handbook
This handbook is designed to help patients and caregivers prepare for a successful surgery and smooth recovery. It contains important resources and tips to ensure you have the best outcomes and experience possible.
Chapters include:
• Preparing for surgery
• Medication side effects
• Pain management
• Post-operative mobility and recovering at home
Are You Scheduled for Surgery?
Patients who are scheduled for a surgical procedure must do the following:
1. Watch the Inova Spine Program presurgical education video (remember to go to step 2 below to take your presurgical quiz):
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and:
Download and read the following:
- Printable Spine Surgery Patient Education Handbook
- Pre-Procedural Skin Preparation Instructions
- Incentive Spirometer instructions
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2. Take the quiz as soon as possible.