After Surgery
Post-operative care is crucial to recovery. These guidelines help you understand what to expect and how to care for yourself after surgery.
Follow the surgeon’s wound-care instructions precisely.
Take medications (painkillers, antibiotics) exactly as prescribed.
Watch for signs of infection: redness, swelling, discharge, fever.
Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments.
Maintain any restrictions on movement or weight-bearing as advised.
Begin physiotherapy as per your doctor’s timeline.
Keep surgical dressings clean and dry unless told otherwise.
Eat a balanced, protein-rich diet to support healing.
Avoid smoking or alcohol during recovery.
Contact the hospital immediately if you experience sudden pain, breathlessness, or swelling.
