Getting patients up in a controlled manner within the first 12 hours after surgery is an important part of the recovery plan. Because good postoperative outcome is not only related to the surgery performed, but also to how correctly the patient is mobilized.
Key Benefits of Standing Up Early
- Activates blood circulation
- Reduces the risk of thrombosis
- Supports the lungs to work better
- Can speed up bowel movements
- Increases the overall feeling of recovery
Why is Bent Walking Recommended for Abdominal Surgeries?
During the first week, walking with a slight forward bend reduces the tension in the abdominal area and protects the stitch line. After about the 10th day, many patients can move to a more upright position. This timing may vary depending on the person, the extent of the procedure and tissue tension.
Does Every Patient Progress the Same?
No. Even the mobilization rate of two patients undergoing the same surgery may be different. Therefore, the safest approach is to follow the plan given by your own surgeon rather than general advice read on the internet.
Correct mobilization both accelerates recovery and reduces the risk of complications. So movement is part of the treatment when it is in the right dose and at the right time.
Dr. Mustafa Keleş
Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. I provide service in Antalya with a patient-oriented, personalized and scientifically based approach. Plastic surgery is not a copying, it is a design process. Don't hesitate to ask about anything you are curious about.
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