Recovery and rehabilitation after spine surgery
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Specialized personnel, from day one after spine surgery, will take care of your recovery by defining the most suitable rehabilitation program for you and accompanying you through the gradual recovery process to recover your mobility and increase your quality of life.
What should I expect with my recovery?
You will wake up after your procedure in the post-operative recovery room. This is the area where your condition is monitored, and your vital signs are observed. Generally, a patient will only remain in the post-operative recovery room for a few hours. From there, according to your conditions, you will be transferred back to your room. Some pain around the incision site is normal but discuss how you are feeling with your medical team.
The discharge depends on the extent of your operation and how your recovery is progressing. Your doctor will decide on the best post-operative course of action for you.
Spine surgery rehabilitation
During your recovery phase, you may be asked to carefully sit, stand, or walk under supervision. You may also be required to use a brace to support your spine with the fusion process.
Once you have been released, it is important to adhere to the instructions given by your medical team. You may need to limit certain activities or undergo some prescribed physical therapy.
Your doctor will discuss any medications you require as well as give you instructions on wound care, activities, and exercise.
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