How much does a Scoliosis surgery and...?!
Question:
How much does a Scoliosis surgery and...?
And how long will it take to recover from the surgery?
And some tips while in the scoliosis surgery? This is my first surgery meaning I don't know what will they do while doing the surgery
Answers:
During the surgery one would hope that you are out for the count ;)
After surgery, the patient will be confined to bed. A catheter is inserted so that the patient can urinate without getting up. Vital signs are monitored, and the patient's position is changed frequently so that bedsores do not develop.
Recovery from spinal instrumentation can be a long, arduous process. Movement is severely limited for a period of time. In certain types of instrumentation, the patient is put in a cast to allow the realigned bones to stay in position until healing takes place. This can be as long as six to eight months. Many patients will need to wear a brace after the cast is removed.
During the recovery period, the patient is taught respiratory exercises to help maintain respiratory function during the time of limited mobility. Physical therapists assist the patient in learning self-care and in performing strengthening and range of motion exercises. Length of hospital stay depends on the age and health of the patient, as well as the specific problem that was corrected. The patient can expect to remain under a physician's care for many months.
I was in a plaster cast for 6/7 months which hindered me a great deal, however, these days you are up and walking about in 5 days! Good luck with everything and take care