High Phosphorus Foods to Limit or Avoid
When your kidneys do not work well, phosphorus levels in your blood go up. This pamphlet explains what causes high phosphorus, the symptoms of high phosphorus, and how to control phosphorus.
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High Sodium Foods to Limit or Avoid
Eating too much sodium (salt) can lead to high blood pressure, kidney disease, and liver and heart problems. This pamphlet explains how to control sodium intake. Foods to limit or avoid are listed. Information about portion size, how to read a nutrition label, and how to plan meals is included.
High-energy, High-protein, Low-fibre Eating Guidelines
Nutrition is very important in helping you feel better and stay strong. This pamphlet explains how to choose foods that are high in energy and protein, and low in fibre. Recipes are included.
Hip Exercises
This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip, including tubing exercises. Stretching guidelines and images of each exercise are included.
Hip Fracture Recovery - Aberdeen Regional Hospital
This pamphlet gives information about recovering from surgery after a hip fracture. Topics include what to expect during your hospital stay, what will happen after your surgery, and what to expect at home. A list of exercises with diagrams is included.
Hip Fracture Recovery Guide - Valley Regional Hospital
This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery for a hip fracture. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Hip Protectors
Hip protectors are plastic shields or foam pads that protect the hip area. This pamphlet explains why you may need hip protectors, how to use them, and how to find the right size.
Hip Replacement Surgery - Dartmouth General Hospital (DGH) Halifax Infirmary (HI)
This guide gives information about hip replacement surgery, including how the hip works, types of surgeries, and Hip Precautions. It also includes information on what to expect before, during, and after surgery, what to expect when you go home, and equipment.
Hip Replacement Surgery: Aberdeen Hospital
This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery at the Aberdeen Hospital.
Hip Replacement Surgery: Cape Breton Regional Hospital
This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.