How to Heal Faster After Surgery

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No one likes to be laid up in bed after surgery. Follow the advice on your "get well soon" card and be back to your old self in no time.

To complete this How-To you will need:

A positive attitude
A support system
Pain-relieving medication
Nutritious food
A routine
A tranquil, odor free environment
Exercise
Physical therapy
Patience
Laxative or extra fiber (optional)

Warning: Always consult a physician before attempting to do any exercise or exercise plan.

Step 1: Maintain a positive attitude

Maintain a positive attitude about yourself and your surgical procedure. Thinking about wellness can have a dramatic affect on your recovery.

Step 2: Ask questions

Ask your doctor questions about what you can and cannot do during recovery. The rules of recovery are critical knowledge.

Step 3: Clean your incision and take medicine

Keep your incision clean and dry. Take pain relievers as directed. If your pain lessens, lessen the dosage. Never increase your dosage without first consulting your doctor.

Step 4: Ask people to support you

Ask people you know to look in on you and support you throughout your recovery.

Tip: Some medications can cause constipation, so you may require a mild laxative or additional dietary fiber.

Step 5: Eat a nutritious diet

Eat a nutritious, fiber-rich diet, full of fruits and vegetables. After surgery, you can eat about 25 percent less than you normally would, but once you increase activity, increase your caloric intake.

Step 6: Develop a routine

Develop a daily routine and stick to it. A scheduled day helps you recover both mentally and physically. Keep your environment tranquil and free of cigarette smoke, perfumes, and chemical odors.

Step 7: Walk

When you are strong enough, begin walking a few minutes a day, building until you are able to walk at least 30 minutes easily and effortlessly.

Tip: Studies show that even a little bit of walking can dramatically improve the body's ability to heal.

Step 8: Attend physical therapy sessions

Attend the physical therapy sessions prescribed by your doctor.

Step 9: Be patient

Be patient with yourself and your body. Surgery takes a toll on your emotional and physical health. In time, with a healthy routine and a positive mind-set, your body will be fully healed.

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[hininga28]

._. thats a girl right?

[hrmarinkovic]

You will nead: Magic Healer

[ah25alex]

I had surgery on my face they said i wouldn't be able to do anything for 1week but I started going out, Showering and eating myself after 3days its just called so it your self and stop bitching.

[MRHSproductions]

how the hell do i walk if i cant stand on my foot haha

[VenomLord0]

the walking point which helps me to heal, but if I run will it be faster?

[ohitsberneagain]

what about a plastic surgery?

[sofaykay]

errr why dont you just do what the doctor says??

[4emilyben]

@yasminamay13 girl. just look at her eyes

[yasminamay13]

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