Spinal Surgery Handbook AAOS Personal （脊柱外科手册AAOS个人）.pdfVIP

Spinal Surgery Handbook Table of Contents ▲ Introduction1 Team Work 1 Preparing for Your Surgery2 Getting Your Home Ready 2 Medications 2 Smoking 2 Illness 3 Pre-op appointments 3 Preparing for Your Discharge from the Hospital 6 What to Bring to the Hospital 9 The Day of Surgery 9 Getting Home from the Hospital 9 At Home to Recover 10 Follow-up After Surgery 10 Care of Your Incision 11 Hygiene 11 Activity and Exercise 11 After Neck Surgery 12 Driving 12 Pain Management 13 Sleep 13 Diet and Elimination 13 Brace 14 Bone Graft 15 Smoking 15 NSAIDs 15 Return to Work 15 Introduction You and your surgeon have agreed that a surgical procedure is the next step to treat your back problem. Your preparation for surgery and your participation during recovery and recuperation is very important. This handbook has been developed to provide you with information you will need to prepare for your time in the hospital and at home. Team Work A team of healthcare professionals is ready to help you prepare for surgery and recovery. You, your physicians, nurses, and physical therapists are the principle players on your team, and discharge planners and social workers may also participate depending on your individual needs. Taking an ACTIVE role in your care is very important for a fast and smooth recovery. 1 Preparing For Your Surgery Getting Your Home Ready ▲ Since your ability to bend, twist, or lift may be limited after surgery, place commonly used items within easy reach. Store supplies between hip and shoulder level. That way you can get to them without reaching or bendin