Hip Resurfacing at Surface HippyPosted on by Patricia Walter
Dr. Bose
It is advisable to avoid smoking completely.
Blood thinners like aspirin and oral contraceptives should also
be stopped for a minimum period of a week prior to surgery.
NSAIDs like ibuprofen cause bone softening and must be avoided
to the maximum extent possible. Paracetmol (Tylenol) or Proxyvon
(Darvocet) can be taken as alternative medications for the
pain. It is advisable to stay in good shape prior to surgery by
good aerobic exercises. However,