What to do When Orthopedic Surgery is Delayed

Orthopedic surgery is not easy for the patient as it puts both physical and mental stress. The time before the patient goes into the operation theatre is critical. It could be for weeks or months. Now, the point here is how you utilize that time, which we will discuss in the post. 

Orthopedic surgery is required for severe orthopedic conditions like fractures or deformities. Trauma implants are used depending on the condition's location and severity. Now, the surgeon assesses several factors including the health of the patient along with the severity of the injury before deciding how early the surgery is needed. The time patient gets until the surgery needs to be spent well. Let us see what you can do during that period.

What to do While Waiting for your Surgery?

What you should do totally depends on the type of surgery and your doctor will guide you with this. The most important point that you should consider while waiting for surgery is to avoid making the condition worse and adopt strategies to alleviate the symptoms as much as you can. 

If you are experiencing extreme pain, then you must apply heat or cold compress to improve it. While on the other hand, if this doesn’t work, you must consult the doctor for prescription drugs. Topical ointments may also help improve the symptoms. 

Plan Beforehand

Planning means preparing yourself beforehand for aftercare. This includes who will pick you up from the hospital and where you will receive physical therapy if required. All this will directly impact the recovery process. Not only this but it is also necessary for you to stay in touch with your surgeon during that phase. The doctor will guide you on how to manage your daily routine and prepare for the surgery well. 

Focus on Your Health

Your overall health will play a vital role in ensuring surgical success. This is because the surgery might not be feasible if you are obese or suffering from issues like high BP or sugar. So, it is important for you to maintain your overall health.

If you are overweight, you must focus on maintaining a healthy weight. For this, you may need an expert’s advice. Special exercises and diet will also be recommended depending on the condition of the patient.

Physical Therapy

You must consult an experienced physiotherapist before your surgery as it will help improve the flexibility of the injured area and relax muscles. Not only this but physiotherapy will also play an important role post-surgery. Hence, consulting the same physiotherapist before and after surgery would help improve recovery. 

Above all, targeted physical therapy also improves blood flow and this is important in supplying oxygen and essential nutrients to the injured site. Being regular with physical therapy is important in achieving long-term results. 

To get a high-quality range of orthopedic devices, contact Siora Surgicals Pvt. Ltd., an experienced trauma implants manufacturer in India. The company is also known to be a regular exhibitor at FIME Medical Expo, and in 2023, it will exhibit at booth G41.