How long does day surgery recovery typically take. What should patients expect in the pre-operative holding area. What types of anesthesia are commonly used for day surgeries. How do medical staff ensure patient safety during day surgery procedures.

Pre-operative Preparations: Setting the Stage for Day Surgery

Day surgery, also known as outpatient or same-day surgery, has become increasingly common for many medical procedures. Understanding what to expect can help alleviate anxiety and ensure a smooth experience. Let’s explore the key aspects of day surgery recovery and preparation.

Arrival and Initial Procedures

Patients are typically asked to arrive several hours before their scheduled surgery time. This buffer allows for necessary pre-operative tasks and assessments. Upon arrival, you’ll be directed to change into a hospital gown and remove all personal items, including jewelry and contact lenses.

A nurse will guide you through paperwork, take your vital signs, and conduct a nursing assessment. They’ll also review your medications and answer any questions you may have. An intravenous (IV) line will be inserted to provide fluids and medications during the procedure.

Meeting Your Medical Team

Before entering the operating room, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with your anesthesiologist and other members of the surgical team. The anesthesiologist will review your medical history, explain the type of anesthesia you’ll receive, and address any concerns you may have.

Your surgeon will also visit you to answer any last-minute questions and mark the correct surgical site. This pre-operative consultation is crucial for ensuring your comfort and understanding of the procedure.

Anesthesia Options: Tailoring Comfort to Your Procedure

The type of anesthesia used during your day surgery will depend on various factors, including the nature of the procedure, your health status, and personal preferences. Let’s examine the main types of anesthesia commonly used in day surgeries:

• General Anesthesia: You’ll be completely unconscious and unaware of your surroundings.
• Regional Anesthesia: Numbs a specific area of the body, such as an arm or leg.
• Spinal or Epidural Anesthesia: Numbs the lower half of the body.
• Local Anesthesia: Numbs only the immediate surgical site.
• Monitored Anesthesia Care: Combines local anesthesia with intravenous sedation.

Your anesthesiologist will discuss the most appropriate option for your specific case, taking into account factors such as the procedure’s complexity, your medical history, and recovery goals.

Patient Safety: Protocols and Precautions in Day Surgery

Ensuring patient safety is paramount in day surgery settings. Medical staff employ various protocols and precautions to minimize risks and promote positive outcomes.

Identity Verification and Site Marking

Before entering the operating room, the nursing staff will verify your identity, allergies, surgeon, correct surgery, and the surgical site. This multi-step verification process helps prevent errors and ensures the right procedure is performed on the right patient.

Team Communication

Effective communication among team members is crucial for patient safety. The surgical team will share specific information about your clinical status, including your current condition and recent treatments. This open dialogue creates a strong link in your care continuum.

Time Management and Scheduling

While the surgical team strives to maintain schedule accuracy, unforeseen circumstances may cause delays. Emergency cases or extended procedures may impact your surgery time. The staff appreciates your patience and understanding in such situations.

Post-Anesthesia Care: Transitioning to Recovery

After your surgery, you’ll be transferred to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for initial recovery. Once stable, you’ll move to the Day Surgery Unit or Phase II Recovery area. The primary focus in this stage is to manage pain and nausea while preparing you for discharge.

Pain Management

Your comfort is a top priority during recovery. The nursing staff will assess your pain levels regularly and administer appropriate pain relief medications as needed. They may use a numerical pain scale to gauge your discomfort and adjust treatment accordingly.

Nausea Control

Post-operative nausea and vomiting are common side effects of anesthesia. The recovery team will monitor you closely for these symptoms and provide anti-nausea medications if necessary. Staying hydrated and avoiding sudden movements can also help alleviate nausea.

Discharge Planning: Preparing for Home Recovery

As you progress through the recovery stages, the medical team will assess your readiness for discharge. This evaluation typically includes:

1. Stable vital signs
2. Adequate pain control
3. Ability to tolerate fluids
4. Demonstration of safe mobility
5. Clear understanding of post-operative instructions

Before leaving the facility, you and your designated caregiver will receive detailed instructions for home care, including medication schedules, wound care, and activity restrictions.

Home Recovery: Navigating the First 24 Hours

The initial 24 hours following day surgery are crucial for a smooth recovery. Here are some key considerations for this period:

Rest and Relaxation

Plan to rest for the remainder of the day following your surgery. Arrange for a quiet, comfortable space where you can recuperate without disturbances.

Hydration and Nutrition

Start with clear liquids and gradually progress to light, easily digestible foods as tolerated. Stay well-hydrated to support your body’s healing process.

Medication Management

Follow the prescribed medication schedule carefully. Take pain relievers as directed to stay ahead of discomfort. If you experience severe pain or unexpected symptoms, contact your healthcare provider promptly.

Activity Limitations

Adhere to the activity restrictions provided by your surgical team. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or making important decisions for at least 24 hours after anesthesia.

Follow-up Care: Ensuring Optimal Recovery

Your journey to full recovery extends beyond the initial 24-hour period. Follow-up care is essential for monitoring your progress and addressing any concerns that may arise.

Scheduled Check-ups

Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon or primary care physician. These visits allow for wound assessment, suture removal if necessary, and overall evaluation of your recovery progress.

Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy

Depending on your procedure, you may be referred for rehabilitation or physical therapy. These services can help restore function, reduce pain, and improve your overall recovery outcomes.

Long-term Monitoring

Some surgeries may require ongoing monitoring or lifestyle adjustments. Work closely with your healthcare team to develop a long-term care plan that supports your health and well-being.

Day surgery recovery is a journey that begins well before the actual procedure and continues long after you leave the medical facility. By understanding the process, preparing adequately, and following post-operative instructions diligently, you can maximize your chances of a smooth and successful recovery. Remember, your healthcare team is there to support you every step of the way, so don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns as you navigate your path to healing.

What to Expect in the Pre-operative Holding Area

What do I expect during the few hours before my surgery?
On the day of surgery, you may be asked to arrive several hours before your procedure is scheduled to begin. This allows the staff to complete any tests that cannot be performed until the day of surgery. You will be taken into an area where you will be asked to remove all of your clothing and jewelry and you will be given a hospital gown. This is sometimes called the Pre-Operative Holding Area. The staff will help secure your belongings, or have you give them to your family for safekeeping.

You may then sit in a recliner or wait on a stretcher. A nurse may have you sign any necessary paperwork. He or she will take vital signs, do a nursing assessment, and review your medications and the time you took them as well as answer any questions you may have. An Intravenous (I.V.) line will be placed in a vein in your hand or arm. The purpose of the I.V. is to provide fluid and medications during the operation. You must remove all hairpins, dentures, contact lens, glasses and bridgework, unless the nursing staff tells you that you can keep these items.

Will I be able to talk to my anesthesiologist before surgery?
Yes. You will meet your anesthesia provider, and other members of the team, before you go into the operating room. The anesthesia provider will examine you, review your medical and anesthesia history and the results of any tests you may have had done. The anesthesiologist will explain to you the type of anesthesia you will get, and will answer any further questions you may have. Depending on your health, the type of surgery and your personal wishes, the anesthesia provider and your surgeon will determine the type of anesthetic that is best for you.

Will I be asleep for my procedure?
There are several types of anesthetic techniques available for your surgery ranging from local to general anesthesia.  

• General anesthesia may begin with medicine injected into your intravenous. You may also be given a mixture of anesthetic gases with oxygen to breathe. You will not be aware of the operation or your surroundings. A breathing tube may be placed into your windpipe to help you breathe during the operation. (This is why some patients may have a slight sore throat on the day after surgery).
• Regional or spinal anesthesia is an injection that produces numbness around nerves in area near the surgical procedure. Epidural or spinal blocks help numb the abdomen and both lower extremities. Other nerve blocks may be done with the nerves in the arms or legs to numb them. With regional anesthesia, you should feel no pain. You may be awake or receive intravenous sedation to your comfort level.
• Local anesthesia involves the use of a numbing medicine injected around the incision site. It produces a lack of feeling, or numbness, in that area only. The rest of the body is not affected. You will be awake but free from pain. The surgeon often administers this type of anesthetic, since only a small part of the body is affected.
• Monitored Anesthesia Care uses both a local anesthetic at the incision site and medicine injected into the vein to relax you. This type of anesthesia does not require the use of a breathing tube. You will be awake after surgery is completed.

Will I get to speak with my surgeon?
Your surgeon will visit you before starting the surgery to ask you if you have any last minute questions and will use a special pen to mark the correct surgery site.

How does the staff keep me safe?
The operating room nurse will verify your identity, allergies, surgeon, correct surgery, and correct site before moving you into the operating room. All team members will be communicating specific information about your clinical status, including your current condition and recent treatments. This communication is designed to ensure a strong link for your patient care and your safety.

After I am checked in, how long do I wait for surgery?
Unavoidable delays may occur when a hospital emergency case is put ahead of yours or apatient before you has surgery that lasts longer than planned. It’s never easy to wait, so try to distract yourself by reading, watching television or using relaxation techniques. If there is a delay, your understanding is greatly appreciated.

Reprinted with permission by the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN). Copyright © 2010.
All rights reserved. ASPAN Patient Information. Available at: www.aspan.org.

Phase II Recovery Room (Day Surgery Recovery)

After you have been discharged from Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit, you will be transferred to the Day Surgery Unit/Phase II Recovery. The goal of this unit is to provide patient comfort in terms of pain and nausea control. The patient and family will be given post operative information verbally and in writing, and will have the opportunity to ask questions.

1. During your stay in Phase II Recovery, you will be monitored by a nurse who will assess your vital signs every 30 minutes which will include:
   • Temperature
   • Blood Pressure
   • Heart Rate
   • Respiratory Rate
   • Oxygen Levels

2. Patient comfort in terms of pain control is a primary goal in Day Surgery/ Phase II Recovery. You will be asked to rate your pain in order to provide the nurse with the necessary information to tend to your needs.The pain scale we commonly use is rated 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain imaginable). The nurse will ensure that you are given proper pain medication. (Managing Your Pain pamphlet)
    
3. The nurse will be monitoring your surgical site. You will also be monitored for nausea and medicated accordingly.
    
4. You can expect to be in Phase II Recovery for at least 30 minutes.You may experience dizziness and be unsteady on your feet. Your care provider will need to assist you while walking and/or transferring from a lying /sitting position to a standing position.
    
5. You will be encouraged to drink fluids. You may be expected to urinate prior to discharge depending on the type of surgery you have had.
    
6. Family members or friends will be invited to be at your bedside.
    
7. Your belongings will be returned to you. Please ensure that you have received all the items you had prior to your surgery.
    
8. Post-operative instructions will be discussed with you and your caregiver, and any questions you may have will be answered.  We will also review the booklets and literature that you received in your Pre-Admission Clinic appointment.
    
9. You should have an appropriate caregiver stay with you for 24 hours following your discharge from hospital. Safe and acceptable transportation arrangements must be made. London Health Sciences Centre Discharge Policy
    
10. If you are traveling from out-of-town, you may be asked by your surgeon to find accommodations in London for the first post-operative night.
     
11. With any serious post-operative questions or concerns, call the LHSC switchboard at:

519-685-8500 and ask for the resident on-call for the surgical service
 

12. With any serious concerns, please go to the nearest emergency department

PATIENT DISCHARGE

Your family member or friend will be asked to get the car (or taxi) and pick you up..
 

For University Hospital:

• Patients should be met at the Security Desk near the emergency department doors.
• Bring your car to Zone A, enter the doors by security and ask the security officer to contact Day Surgery on your behalf. A porter will bring the patient.

Map for patient pick-up

For Victoria Hospital:

• Park the car and enter the “C” entrance door located near the Ivey Institute. angle parking is available.
• Turn right and locate the house phone.
• Call Day Surgery using the number listed by the phone.

Map for patient pick-up

First Canadian robot-assisted deep brain stimulation surgery to treat epilepsy at LHSC’s University Hospital

New study using nuclear medicine and rare isotopes in the fight against cancer

Precise, high-dose radiation safe and effective for inoperable kidney cancer, study suggests

Back in the saddle: Grace’s story

Telling a life story: An experience in digital storytelling

Leading the way: 2022-2023 LHSC Annual Report

Hear their stories. Help transform their care.

You Help Create Joyful Moments for Sick Kids

Give a Gift That Makes a Difference

Postoperative Physiotherapy/Rehabilitation | First Clinical Medical Center

POSTOPERATIVE REHABILITATION: RETURN TO FULL LIFE

Features of postoperative rehabilitation

Even 10-15 years ago, there were very few rehabilitation institutions in our country, often people underwent rehabilitation treatment at home, under the supervision of a nurse. There is nothing surprising in the fact that rehabilitation often dragged on for many months, or even years, and often a person did not manage to return to his usual life, and even more so to big-time sports.

At the First Clinical Medical Center, you can undergo all the necessary diagnostic tests and studies, perform an operation using the latest techniques and high-precision equipment by surgeons with extensive experience, and then undergo a full course of postoperative recovery. The first CMC has great opportunities for restorative rehabilitation medicine, and this is very convenient for the patient: he remains under the supervision of the attending and operating doctors who control the recovery process. And highly qualified and caring doctors of the physiotherapy department will help you fully recover as soon as possible.

Contemporary
equipment

Caring
doctors

All services
in one clinic

The staff of the First CMC provides highly qualified and reliable assistance in the transportation of patients who have arrived for treatment from Moscow or from other regions.

And it is not as expensive as it is commonly believed – a stay at the First Clinical Medical Center for full rehabilitation after surgery is comparable in price to living in a good boarding house or hotel. But you don’t need to go anywhere: all procedures can be done comfortably and under the supervision of doctors in one clinic.

The First Clinical Medical Center offers patients rehabilitation and recovery courses at affordable prices and flexible payment terms, including the possibility of lending. The first CMC is a European-level clinic offering a variety of recovery methods, comprehensive rehabilitation programs and an individual approach to each patient.

It provides rehabilitation treatment after injuries, surgeries, heart attacks and strokes.

The First Clinical Medical Center performs many types of various operations, and the programs of rehabilitation therapy after each of them are individual.

However, all types of restorative rehabilitation therapy have the same goals – to relieve pain, accelerate tissue regeneration and wound healing, maintain normal blood circulation in the operated areas and muscle tone, avoid postoperative complications and preserve all body functions if a person is forced to stay in bed for a long time. mode. Psychological support is also important.

Usually, the rehabilitation period after surgery takes from 1.5 to 6 months, but it can take longer – it all depends on the nature of the operation, the age and condition of the patient.
Body recovery methods after surgery

Physiotherapeutic methods of treatment occupy a prominent place in postoperative rehabilitation.
Widely used:

– electrophoresis;
– magnetotherapy;
– treatment with ultrasound, laser and other methods.

Physiotherapeutic procedures can be carried out literally the next day after the operation.

Physical therapy is not only useful in itself – it significantly increases the effectiveness of other methods, reduces the risk of complications and reduces the recovery period . It allows you to reduce the dose of painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, improve blood circulation and muscle tone, relieve inflammation and swelling . There are many physiotherapy methods, and some of them are included in all postoperative rehabilitation programs.

The program for the use of physiotherapy in the postoperative period of operations is aimed at solving the following tasks:

– speedy removal of edema of the operated tissues;

– prevention of fibrosis and hyalinosis of forming scars;

– activation of phagocytosis in the wound zone;

– the fastest restoration of the structure of the skin and tissues.

Massage

Therapeutic massage has practically no contraindications and is actively used in the process of rehabilitation after injuries and operations. He stimulates blood flow, improves the functioning of the central nervous system, accelerates recovery processes, relieves swelling. Medicinal ointments and gels can supplement its effect.

Psychotherapy

Sudden and dramatic changes in lifestyle, limited opportunities, pain and falling out of the usual social circle have a detrimental effect on the psyche, and a depressed state, in turn, slows down recovery. It turns out a vicious circle, and in order to break out of it, patients need not only the support and attention of their loved ones, but also work with a psychotherapist.

The first CMC practices a multidisciplinary approach, creating an individual program for each patient.

Rehabilitation programs include many different methods, traditional and author’s: physical therapy, kinesitherapy, reflexology, mechanotherapy, home adaptation classes, physiotherapy exercises, massage, individual sessions with a psychologist and speech therapist, heat therapy.

Before surgery, collect as much information as possible about how rehabilitation should take place, learn about the main methods, duration and possible risks. So you will know in advance what awaits you, and you will be able to plan your time and budget.

If you take the rehabilitation course seriously, you can quickly return to a full life. Very often, recovery is delayed precisely because people, having undergone surgery, neglect restorative therapy, thinking that health will “recover itself”. Indeed, the resources of our body are huge, but not unlimited. And most often without the help of experienced rehabilitologists can not do. Therefore, it is better not to invent additional tests for yourself and trust experienced specialists. And then, perhaps, after a few weeks of correct rehabilitation measures, you will forget that you were once sick.

Make an appointment

What rehabilitation is needed after the operation?

May 30, 2022

After any surgical intervention, from the spine to the hand, a person needs medical rehabilitation after the operation. This is necessary to restore the operation of the operated organ, its lost or weakened functions.

In this article, we will tell you when rehabilitation after surgery begins, where you can go for recovery after discharge, and what to do at home.

Medical rehabilitation after surgery

The role of treatment and surgery is to improve the functioning of the patient’s damaged organ. And medical rehabilitation after surgical operations helps to consolidate the result of the operation and properly restore the functioning of the body. Especially when the surgical intervention was in the vital organs, which is a high risk in the postoperative period.

Recovery after surgery enables patients to achieve the maximum physical, mental, professional, social and economic usefulness that their body is capable of in the period after surgery.

Rehabilitation and treatment after surgery is divided into three stages:

The first stage starts in intensive care units. At this stage, medical specialists gradually begin to conduct a rehabilitation program, when the rehabilitation potential is determined and there are no contraindications.

The second stage takes place in the early recovery period after surgery in a hospital under the supervision of a team of medical specialists – an attending physician, a rehabilitation therapist, a psychologist, a neurologist, an exercise therapy specialist and others, individually selected for the patient’s condition.

The third stage includes assistance in the early and late rehabilitation periods after discharge from the hospital. At this stage, recovery and rehabilitation after surgery takes place within the framework of a day hospital, in a medical center or at home.

The first steps in the recovery of patients after surgery are taken by medical workers in the hospital. A day after the operation, the patient is prescribed physiotherapy, drug treatment, exercise therapy begins, and medical massage is done. This lasts until about the time the sutures are removed and discharged. After that, the person himself looks for rehabilitation measures, for example, exercise therapy courses or chooses a medical center, goes to a day hospital or a sanatorium in the direction of the attending physician.

Where can I apply for post-discharge rehabilitation?

Comparison of the cost of rehabilitation in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region

Rehabilitation after surgery

Complicated surgical procedures for the patient and lack of recovery in the postoperative period often cause disability and even death. Competent rehabilitation of patients after surgery eliminates these risks. Therefore, until complete recovery, a person should be under the supervision of medical specialists, receive treatment and have an individual program of comprehensive rehabilitation, in which the necessary specialists participate – from a neurologist to a psychologist.

Such a serious approach and attention to your health allows you to quickly get rid of physical limitations, restore the functionality of the operated organ, prevent unwanted negative consequences and soon return to your usual life again – work, ride the subway, carry large packages of food, play with children or grandchildren.

Of course, each case is different, so in this article we will talk about the most common situations, consider the benefits of rehabilitation after surgery and give examples of recovery exercises for self-study at home.

Rehabilitation after heart surgery

Rehabilitation after heart surgery, like any other recovery program, is divided into three stages. The first stage begins in the intensive care unit and continues in the hospital ward. It lasts approximately 10-12 days. During this rehabilitation period, specialists make sure that the affected organ starts working normally again, as before the intervention. To do this, rehabilitators gradually increase physical activity, thanks to exercise therapy exercises, increase the load in everyday tasks.

The second stage lasts about two weeks, and there rehabilitation specialists and doctors are already implementing the recovery program in full. The recovery program consists of the following:

1. the intensity of therapeutic exercises is increased;
2. there is an emphasis on stimulating the respiratory muscles;
3. motor activity expands;
4. walks begin – their duration and distance increase;
5. a psychologist works by necessity.

At the third stage, the task of rehabilitation is already a gradual increase in motor gymnastics, so that the patient’s activity grows, working capacity, endurance increase, and the psychological state normalizes.

The duration of the last stage is 3-4 months, depending on the complexity of the rehabilitation is extended up to 7 months.

Self-healing

Exercise should be part of everyday life. Walking is the best recovery exercise and helps with the following:

1. improves blood supply to the heart;
2. reduces the risk of new heart problems;
3. lowers blood pressure;
4. improves cholesterol levels;
5. controls weight;
6. prolongs health;
7. reduces anxiety and stress;
8. strengthens bones and reduces the risk of osteoporosis;
9. reduces blood glucose levels at risk of diabetes.

Any physical activity should be prescribed by a doctor, he recommends a set of exercises and their duration. The National Heart Foundation recommends 30 minutes of moderate exercise every day. It is not necessary to do all the gymnastics for 30 minutes, you can break these exercises into 3 sessions of 10 minutes, depending on fatigue and general well-being.

Recommendations walking specialists after hospital discharge

Before implementing these recommendations, please consult with your rehabilitation therapist or doctor.

Frequent safety advice

During heart surgery, the chest is injured and it takes 6-8 weeks for the bones and joints to heal. And it takes about three months for a full recovery. During this period, pain may persist. Follow these recommendations of doctors, and the first weeks of recovery will be safe and not so painful:

1. sleep on your side with a pillow between your knees;
2. before getting out of bed, roll over on your side, hang your legs over the edge of the bed, push yourself to move to a sitting position using both hands;
3. women can wear a bra with front fastening and wide straps;
4. you need to monitor your posture: stand straight, keep your chin retracted, keep your head and shoulders straight, take your head back, as if behind the headrest from the chair;
5. Do not lift, push or pull objects larger than 5 kg for the first 6 weeks.

Recommendations for getting back to independent living

Rehabilitation after spinal surgery

Spine surgery is a serious undertaking and rehabilitation is an important part of helping patients get the most out of their surgery. In fact, rehabilitation, including physiotherapy exercises, helps the human body to recover as quickly and completely as possible after surgery.

During the first and second stages, while the patient is in the hospital, medical workers control the recovery process after the operation in detail. Rehabilitation specialists help with:

1. sitting up in bed;
2. stand;
3. get up and go to bed;
4. dress;
5. walk safely without bending over;
6. care for the incision.

After discharge, it is necessary to consult a doctor so that recovery after spinal mobility surgery continues, muscle strength returns, and blood pressure returns to normal.

Recovery time

There is no single recovery time after spinal surgery. Recovery time is individual and depends on general health, ability to exercise, weight, etc.

What happens at each stage and what to avoid

Self-rehabilitation

All physical exercises are prescribed by a rehabilitation specialist or exercise therapy specialist. However, there are some simple exercises you can do at home on your own and are part of many recovery programs.

Diaphragmatic breathing

The diaphragm is an important breathing muscle that can help strengthen your back and improve your whole body. Proper breathing helps you get oxygenated, relax and relieve pain.

1. Sit on a chair and lean against the back of the chair, if possible, if not, lie on your back on the bed.

2. Relax your neck and shoulders.

3. Place your hand on your stomach over your lower ribs.

4. Inhale deeply and exhale in a relaxed manner.

5. You should feel your arm rise as you inhale and fall as you exhale.

Muscle Strengthening

Strong thigh muscles help you maintain good posture and improve your gait.

1. Lie on your side with knees and hips bent. Gently draw in the abdominal muscles, you can also press your back against the wall.

2. Slowly raise your top knee, twisting your hip without allowing your back to rotate or twist.

3. Slowly return to the starting position.

4. Breathe calmly and freely.

Knee flexion

Strong legs ensure safe movement and protect the back.

This exercise will help with balance and gait.

1. Stand at a table or sturdy nightstand, lean on the table top.

2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

3. Bend your knees so that your kneecaps are level with your second toe.

4. Slowly bend your knees down to a maximum of 30-40 degrees.

5. Straighten your legs evenly.

Walking Program

Walking is one of the best exercises to help you recover from surgery.

1. Start with frequent short walks on level ground.

2. Every day, increase the time you spend walking.

3. As the duration of walks increases, the number of walks should be reduced. This will increase your walking time and prevent excessive fatigue or pain.

4. When walking with a walker, cane or stick, try to stand as straight as possible.

Rehabilitation with bone fractures after surgery restore joint flexibility, relieve remaining pain and swelling , restore gait and improve the overall functionality of the operated organ.

It is important to understand that fractures are different for everyone and everyone heals at a different rate. As a rule, a fracture of any complexity should heal in about eight weeks. But still, the terms of rehabilitation will depend on the type of fracture, age and other health factors. After the examination, the attending physician or rehabilitation specialist will tell you exactly how long the rehabilitation program will last.

Rehabilitation after injuries and surgeries during healing will focus on:

1. quick recovery help;
2. promoting weight transfer;
3. maintain the strength of weakened muscles;
4. maintaining the range of motion of affected and surrounding joints;
5. pain relief;
6. reduction of edema.

After a fracture has healed, recovery from injury and surgery should continue for 3-12 months or until full function is restored.

Self Rehabilitation

Physical activity is a very important part of recovery. Medical exercises and walks, if possible, not only help improve the function of the operated organ, but also clear the lungs, reduce the risk of blood clots, reduce pain, and start proper bowel function. The exercise program is developed by an exercise therapy specialist, selecting the necessary tasks individually. We do not recommend doing rehabilitation exercises on your own, as there is a high risk of harming yourself.

One thing you can do to help yourself is in the fight against pain. Most people experience less and less pain over the next 6-12 weeks after surgery. But if you have worrisome symptoms that are interfering with self-care, sleep, or physical activity, you should talk to your doctor or rehabilitator.

Ways to manage pain:

1. prescribed pain medication;
2. ice may reduce pain and swelling;
3. regular rest is an important part of the recovery process;
4. breathing exercises – inhale slowly, counting to 3, then slowly exhale, counting to 3, repeat this exercise 3 times;
5. Use relaxation techniques such as muscle rest where you tense and relax every part of your body from your toes to your neck.

Rehabilitation after surgery

Professional recovery after major surgery is the key to a full recovery.

After discharge from the hospital, the body is still weak, if you load it with overwhelming tasks, then the operated organ may be disturbed or side diseases will appear. The rehabilitologist owns professional methods of recovery. He first evaluates mobility, strength and function, and then, in accordance with the various phases of healing, rehabilitation potential and goals, he prepares an individual program.

Doctors and rehabilitation specialists of System Care carry out comprehensive rehabilitation and return the patient to physical, mental and social activity after the operation.

How complex rehabilitation will help from System Care:

1. advice and support at different stages of recovery;
2. relieve pain and swelling;
3. scar prevention;
4. return of mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination;
5. gradual load on the body under professional control;
6. return to daily activities and independence;
7. the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities, sports and be as productive as possible;
8. prevention of certain complications and compensatory problems.

The course of rehabilitation after surgery at home lasts 3-4 weeks. It is important that by the end of the first week the patient will know what result of the restoration he will receive in the future.

Rehabilitation after bypass

– reduction of postoperative pain;
– reduction of complications;
– control of mobility and mobility.

Select

Rehabilitation after surgery to remove tumors

– return to physical activity;
– psychological assistance;
– social adaptation.

Select

Rehabilitation after gynecological operations

– accelerate the healing process;
– softening of adhesive structures;
– return to normal life.

Select

Rehabilitation after spinal surgery

– restoration of affected neural structures;
– training in correct mobility;
– strengthening the back and hips.

Select

Rehabilitation with bone fractures after surgery

– muscle strengthening;
– reduction of tension and stiffness;
– increased mobility and gait adjustment.

Choose

Consultation from an expert in another case

– we will analyze your situation;
– we will advise a rehabilitation course or whom to contact;
– we will select medical specialists.

Select

agree
with the terms of the privacy policy of personal information when using the website and agree to the processing of personal data. *

General recommendations after surgery

Fatigue, lethargy, pain at the wound site and problems with activity are normal after major surgery. Do not be surprised to find that today you feel strength, and the next day you feel tired and weak.

You can shower after the stitches have been removed if your doctor has approved. The incisions may itch or feel sore, tight, or numb for several weeks. Some bruising around incisions is also normal.

How to shower:

1. use warm (not hot) water;
2. Wash incisions gently with soap and water, but do not rub;
3. blot incisions dry;
4. do not use shower gel, body cream or lotions near incisions.

Eat a balanced diet and drink enough fluids to encourage a return to normal bowel habits. Do not take laxatives daily unless specifically directed by your doctor. If you have problems with digestion, you can try to eat dried fruits more often or drink prune juice.

What to eat:

1. eat a variety of foods, it is worth changing the diet and eating many small meals throughout the day instead of three large meals;
2. avoid too much fat, saturated fat and cholesterol;
3. eat foods with enough starch and fiber;
4. it is worth removing salt from the diet;
5. Avoid too much sugar.

Ideal restorative medical exercises for the first postoperative period are simple exercises and walking . Walking is the best form of physical activity, if health permits. Choose a convenient time for an active walk and stick to it. It is important to walk on a flat surface at a rhythmic and even pace, wear comfortable shoes.

It is worth avoiding exercise for 1-1/2 hours after eating and not going out when cold weather makes it uncomfortable to take care of your mental health. If you feel very tired, short of breath, or dizzy, rest immediately and cut back on your walking plans for today.

It is also important to do p increasing exercises every day . Studies have shown that people who do less than 30 minutes of stretching 5 days a week stay healthier and experience fewer problems.

After returning home from the hospital, it can be difficult to lift even the smallest objects. Here are some practical tips that will make it safe to carry weight:

1. do not lift anything big – full suitcases, wet laundry or full grocery bags;
2. small objects on the table must first be moved towards you, and then lifted with both hands;
3. use full body weight to open doors or push shopping carts, but this can be done as early as a few weeks after recovery;
4. use a ladder to reach high places, do not reach high for an object and strain;
5. Bend your knees, not your waist, when you sit down or stand up.

We would like to remind you that it is not necessary to deal with recovery after surgery on your own, but it is important to contact rehabilitation specialists immediately after discharge from the hospital. So you will be under the control of a professional, do not harm yourself and return to normal life faster.

All information presented in this article and on this website is for informational purposes only and cannot be regarded as medical advice or recommendations. Sistema Zabota shall in no case be liable to any persons for damages or consequences resulting from the use of the information contained on this site.

Before taking advice and starting to put something into practice, please be sure to consult with your doctor or contact the medical specialists of System Care.

Comprehensive rehabilitation at home is:

Independence

Recovery of self-care and independent mobility skills.

Socialization

Resocialization and normalization of the psycho-emotional state.

Life without risks

Prevention of complications due to a sedentary lifestyle and prevention of new serious diseases.

By pressing the “Consultation” button, you
agree
with the terms of the privacy policy of personal information when using the website and agree to the processing of personal data. *

We recommend reading

Recovery after surgery

We tell you why rehabilitation is needed, where to go and what specialists help to return a person to everyday independence.

Nurses from Sistema Care

In this article we suggest where to find an assistant in order to avoid deceit and unprofessionalism, what is included in the services of nurses and how to choose the right specialist, because it will be “not a stranger” for your relative.

Panic button for the elderly – “Care Button” care phone!

Panic Button for the Sick and Disabled The “Care Button” allows an elderly or disabled person to maintain an active lifestyle, feeling calm and protected 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.