Legacy JRH recovery guide
After Surgery
The first days after surgery should feel structured. Patients need to know how to walk safely, control swelling, take medications, protect the wound, recognize warning signs, and keep the recovery moving without overdoing it.
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Patient education
Useful guidance before the visit, clearer decisions during the visit.
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First priorities after surgery
The early focus is safe mobility, breathing, hydration, wound care, medication timing, icing, elevation, and avoiding falls.
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Balance movement and rest
Too little movement can slow progress, but too much activity can increase swelling and pain. Use the recovery plan to pace walking and exercises.
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Know when to call
Patients should call for concerning wound changes, fever, chest symptoms, calf pain, severe swelling, uncontrolled pain, falls, or sudden loss of function.
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What I want patients to do before surgery day
Set up the home, organize medications, choose the person who will help you, remove fall hazards, and write down the questions that make you nervous. Preparation lowers stress for the patient and the family.
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When to call instead of waiting
Call for concerning wound changes, fever, chest symptoms, calf pain, sudden severe pain, worsening swelling, confusion, medication problems, or anything that feels unsafe. It is better to ask early than to sit at home worried.
Related patient trust
Recovery is easier when patients know what is next.
The recovery pathway should make home preparation, medication timing, wound checks, therapy, warning signs, and activity milestones easier for patients and families.
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PBJ Rapid Recovery approach
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Procedure-specific recovery centers
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Printable checklists and milestone planning
Related next steps
Make it personal
A guide helps. Imaging, exam, and goals make the plan real.
Bring your symptoms, records, and questions into a focused consultation so this information can be applied to your case.
