What can you do?
What is the best way to be a caregiver for someone after total joint replacement surgery?
Offering care and motivation may be all that is needed.
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Listen to the patient, and be patient yourself when caring for your loved one after total joint replacement.
Being a caregiver for someone after total joint replacement can be tough.
You may not know what is needed or what to do to provide the best help.
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