The early postoperative period

Tasks:

  • improvement of the general condition of the patient, prevention of muscle weakening;
  • stimulation of regenerative (restorative) processes in the tissues of the operated limb;
  • elimination (reduction) of pain syndrome;
  • preventing the development of contractures (limiting the range of motion of the joint);
  • restoration of motor skills.

Re-examination by a rehabilitation doctor to assess the condition and draw up a rehabilitation plan occurs after the operation.



1 day (in intensive care):

  • therapeutic gymnastics (breathing, restorative, exercises for healthy and operated legs);
  • activation (sitting down in bed, verticalization with a walker);
  • inhalation (if there are complaints from the respiratory system);
  • physiotherapy if necessary.

2 days and until discharge:

  • Remedial gymnastics 2 times a day, including active verticalization, walking with a walker, then with crutches on a flat surface and up stairs;
  • lymphatic drainage massage if necessary;
  • inhalation (if there are complaints from the respiratory system);
  • physiotherapy if necessary.

Consultation with a rehabilitation physician upon discharge from the hospital

The consultation is carried out in order to determine a plan for further rehabilitation.

By the time of discharge from the hospital, the patient walks with crutches on a flat surface and on stairs with a dosed load on the operated limb.

It is imperative to continue performing therapeutic exercises at home.

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