Surgical Pre-op Navigator/Post-op Meds and Activity/Activity

Post-op Meds & Activity Progress:

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  • Activity after surgery
    • No driving for AT LEAST 72 hours.
      • Must be off all prescription pain meds!
    • Take frequent short walks to prevent blood clots.
    • Use incentive spirometer 10 times every hour while awake.
  • Lifting
    • No lifting over 10 lbs for the first week.
      • 2nd week – 20 lbs
      • 3rd week – 30 lbs
      • 4th week – no restrictions
  • Exercise
    • Light cardio can resume 7-14 days after surgery.
    • Avoid strenuous cardio for 4 weeks.
  • Typical return to work
    • Desk job or work from home: 1-2 weeks
    • Physical or lifting job: 2-4 weeks
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