Side effects of a hysterectomy are often preventable with simple exercises: expert physiotherapist instructional video for safe exercises to promote recovery from hysterectomy and minimise side effects of hysterectomy.
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The exercises demonstrated in this hysterectomy recovery video include:
- deep breathing exercises – to minimise the risk of chest problems after hysterectomy surgery
- circulation exercises – to minimise the risk of DVT or blood clots in the deep veins of the calf muscles
- exercise to move safely in bed - that decrease pain with movement and minimise pressure on your internal wound.
These exercises are appropriate for most women during recovery from abdominal hysterectomy and for exercise after vaginal hysterectomy.
For expert fitness guidelines for how to perform safe exercises after a hysterectomy and protect your pelvic floor refer to Inside Out – the essential women’s guide to pelvic support by Michelle Kenway & Dr Judith Goh
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Good video
I so wished I had been given this advice before hand as the nurses too busy to give advice in hospital. since developed chest problems which now need sorting out ie. xray? infection or collapse?
Abdominal breathing exercises saved my husband’s life, literally! His COPD (CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMINARY DISORDER) was so bad that his physician finally told him to perform deep breathing 5-10 times a day. After 10 days, his breathing really improved, and after 6 weeks he is breathing well enough to enjoy his gardening and get outdoors again.