Exercise after surgery
After surgery
For 6 months after surgery, you will follow a comprehensive physical activity program under the supervision of a coach. At discharge, you will receive more detailed information. İmportant issues are emphasized below.
1 day to 3 weeks after surgery
Right after surgery, your body will be in recovery mode. We recommend light mobilization exercises for the first week. The aim at this stage is to keep your joints mobile and your muscles active in order to maintain your muscle mass. Daily walking and breathing exercises are also recommended. Focus on listening to your body and step by step increase your activity level. Do not forget to follow the recommendations of your health team.
3 weeks to 6 months after surgery
In this period, you will include certain basic aerobic and strength training activities in your exercises. Continue to focus on your breath and listen to your body. Increase your activities gradually over time. The aim is to reach and maintain a basic physical fitness level.
At the end of this stage, your routine exercise will be so to say your best friend. You will wish to spend some time on your exercises every day and you will miss them if one day you cannot do them for any reason.
Rest of your life
This is the time for strengthening; let your exercise routine take root.