When patients die, a surgeon has a lot to process, his or her own emotions and those of the family grieving. Then there is the business part to the death of a patient that is a sad but true component of what happens when your patient dies. This chapter gives some insight into these ...
What to Expect After Knee Replacement Surgery The recovery process for surgery after a total knee replacement procedure is generally longer than a partial replacement. Whether you’re having a partial or total knee replacement surgery, here’s what you can expect for the weeks ...
After bunion surgery recovery usually takes around three to six months. 85% of bunion operations are successful with minimal side effects. In order to get the best results from bunion surgery, it really helps to understand what happens during surgery and what to expect during the following ...
How long does it take to recuperate? Most patients are admitted to the hospital on the morning of surgery, remain in the hospital for two or three days and require between two and six weeks to recuperate before returning to work, depending upon the type of job they have. I really like t...
What To Expect During Cataract Surgery Many people older than 50 develop cataracts that, in the beginning, just need to be watched. Your eye doctor will monitor your vision and let you know if your cataracts are getting worse. Also, you may needcataract surgeryif you start to see starbursts...
Spine Tumor Surgery – What’s Next? Below is a common recovery path for someone after they’ve undergone spinal tumor surgery. Your exact recovery will likely differ slightly. After the surgeon has removed the tumor, you will be taken to a recovery ward where medical staff will monitor your...
Once you are forced to only rely on a single hand, then carrying out tasks becomes more difficult and you take more time in doing even the simplest of tasks. So before your hand goes back into full use after carpal surgery, here are some of the things that you should expect to ...
Expect the pain to go away within 7 – 14 days after undergoing the surgery. Wound Care It is vital to keep the wound area dry and clean after the surgery. Take sitz baths three times in a day or after bowel movement. One has to sit in warm, soapy water for effective cleaning. Hand...
You may experience a temporary loss of sensation in your nipples, but this should return to normal as your breasts heal. Breast Augmentation Recovery – Aftercare Your surgeon may prescribe antibiotics to take after your surgery to reduce your risk of developing an infection. Take these as directe...
Allison, PT DPT from our StoneFit Physical Therapy team walks through what to expect after your knee replacement surgery at The Stone Clinic. The knee replacement surgery patient experience has changed dramatically thanks to innovations in robotic knee replacement techniques. From day one, the knee ...