Post-operative Instructions (After Surgery)

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 Wound Care & Dressing:

  • Post operation, all care should be taken such that chances of infection are minimized.

  • Following surgery, care should be taken to keep the wound dry and clean.

  • The dressing should be changed at regular intervals as advised by the Doctor.

  • Unless allowed by the Doctor, dressings should be done by skilled and trained medical personnel.

  • Unless otherwise permitted by the Doctor, the shower should be avoided to prevent the wound & dressing getting wet.

  • Likewise, the wound shouldn’t be submerged in a pool or bathtub.

Icing

  • Application of ice helps in reducing swelling and pain, but it should be carried out strictly on advice of treating surgeon.

  • Application of ice, if allowed by the Doctor, should be done in a manner so that the wound does not get infected.

  • Care must be taken with ice to prevent frostbite.

Mobility

  • Strictly follow weight bearing instructions, which are given at time of discharge. No overstraining of bones at injury site should be done.

  • A cane or crutches may be essential to assist walking in case of injury to bone of the leg.

  • Elevating the operated limb elevation may help to reduce swelling. However, same should be done in consultation with treating surgeon.

Post-surgery

  • The anesthetic drugs utilized during your surgery can cause nausea during for the first twenty-four hours.

  • If vomiting and nausea become severe or the patient shows symptoms of dehydration (lack of urination) please consult the Doctor.

  • A low-grade fever (100.5) isn’t uncommon in the 1st twenty-four hours. However, doctor should be consulted in case of temperature build up or continued temperature hike.

  • Please call the doctor with any temperature over 101.0 degrees.

  • Self-medication for pain relief MUST be avoided.

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