Hysterectomy recovery exercises and information to help you:
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Learn Physiotherapy exercises and techniques that ensure your hysterectomy recovery and avoid post-operative complications.
By Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Michelle Kenway
This illustrated e-Book is easy to read and includes exercises for:
Complete hysterectomy recovery time is approximately 3 months for internal healing. This healing time can vary according to factors such as the type of hysterectomy procedure and post operative complications should they occur.
Appropriate exercise after hysterectomy can reduce recovery time and prevent some of the common side effects and complications.
While you may feel quite recovered after 6-8 weeks, your body is still healing internally for the next couple of months. During this time you may be prone to internal strain of your wound or newly repaired internal tissues. This is why it’s very important to carefully balance rest with a gradual return to exercise and activity.
Some of the common side effects of hysterectomy can be relieved or prevented through appropriate exercise.
In the early stages of hysterectomy recovery walking exercise can address some of the short-term hysterectomy side effects including:
Ask your doctor when it’s safe for you to return to general exercise at your postoperative checkup.
Most women start a program of gentle daily walking while in hospital and continue a progressive walking program after discharge.
Medical approval to resume gentle exercise is usually at around 6-8 weeks after surgery. This may vary from patient to patient so it’s important to check with your doctor first before returning to general fitness and strength exercise.
When you return to general exercise, do so gradually. The first 3 months following surgery is not the appropriate time for intense abdominal exercise, heavy resistance training or advanced Yoga stretching. If you do start a new form of exercise, stick with beginners level and advise your instructor about your recent surgery so that your exercises can be modified accordingly.
The focus of initial hysterectomy recovery exercise is to prevent physical deterioration and minimize the risk of of side effects.
Exercises in the initial recovery phase include:
Exercises at home are an important part of your overall recovery. These exercises help you minimize the risk of longer term hysterectomy side effects such as lower back pain and pelvic floor problems.
When your doctor has given you approval to return to general exercise, the preferred exercises are:
These exercises include:
