The prospect of undergoing any type of surgery can be stressful. But when you're worried about how your surgery will affect your family, the stress can be nearly overwhelming.
If you've exhausted more conservative treatment options for your joint pain and are now thinking about undergoing surgery—whether it's a minimally invasive procedure like an arthroscopy or a more invasive operation like a total joint replacement—the following ideas might help you begin a conversation with your loved ones.