Post Op care: Tips to overcome your fear.

 After any surgery, there comes a process that often instills some fear in patients: the postoperative period. Postoperative care refers to the time from when the surgery ends until the patient begins to regain their normal daily routine.


Generally, although it varies depending on the type of surgery undergone, the postoperative period can range from one week to fifteen days to a month.


Due to the associated pain, which is commonly feared, many patients have anxieties and uncertainties regarding this process. However, postoperative care is just another phase of the treatment.

Overcoming Fear of Anesthesia: How to Do It?

The first step in postoperative care is waking up after surgery. Anesthesia is often the aspect of surgery that causes the most fear, but there's no reason to be afraid.

Before the operation, your surgeon will talk to you, explain the implications of anesthesia usage, and inform you about what you'll feel throughout the process. Additionally, we conduct tests and analyses to determine the type and amount of anesthesia you'll need during the procedure.

As our patients have explained, in the case of general anesthesia, the sensation is similar to those afternoons when you've taken a long nap.

Tips for a more comfortable postoperative recovery:

  1. Prepare in Advance: Take care of urgent work or tasks before surgery so that you don't feel pressured to do them immediately after.

  2. Rest: Especially during the first few days, prioritize rest. Gradually incorporate physical activity back into your routine as you recover.

  3. Find Comfort: Make sure you're comfortable when sleeping or resting at home. Your usual sleeping position may be uncomfortable initially, so take a few minutes to find a position that minimizes discomfort.

  4. Follow Surgeon's Instructions: Your surgeon will provide guidance on what activities you can gradually reintroduce into your routine based on your progress. Follow their instructions for a quicker recovery.

  5. Accept Help: If family or friends offer to assist with tasks or your care, accept their help.

  6. Use Postoperative Garments: Depending on the type of surgery, wearing compression garments, a special bra, or a support bandage may be beneficial. If your surgeon recommends them, use them as directed. source:

    https://www.jordanbarres.com/blog/consejos-postoperatorio

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