Recovery after spine surgery begins at the surgery preparation stage itself. With the right precautions before and after the surgery, your recovery should be quick and smooth. At Zoi Hospitals, our compassionate team of doctors and physiotherapists will make sure that you recover as fast as possible within 6-8 weeks.
Additionally, here are a few steps you can follow on your own to ease the process of recovery.

Create an exercise plan:

Although it’s advisable to avoid aggressive exercises after a back injury, light exercises will help decrease back pain, increase blood circulation and lighten your mood. Work with a physiotherapist to create an exercise plan that includes a combination of strengthening, stretching and low-impact exercises. Zoi Hospitals in Hyderabad houses expert physiotherapists who will help you get back to your daily life without much delay. Orthopaedic doctors at Zoi Hospitals also recommend making an effort to lose some weight as it will reduce the stress on your spine.

Give your body the right fuel:

A nutritious diet will enhance your immune system and speed the healing process.

• Eating food items rich in antioxidants and high in protein will help your body mend muscle and avoid infection.
• Avoiding sugary foods and processed carbohydrates will reduce the chances of inflammation.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

Quit smoking:

If you smoke, give up the habit to ease your suffering. Smoking results in faster degeneration of your spine which increases back pain. The time between the start and end of the surgery can be used to reflect on this habit and give up smoking for good.

Prepare your home:

In the weeks leading up to the surgery, prepare your home to be spine-friendly. After your surgery, you will not have the strength or will to make big changes to your home environment.

• Clear all walking spaces by removing all clutter to decrease your chances of falling.
• Put items that are frequently used within easy reach. Remember – you won’t be able to bend over or lift much post-surgery.
• Get a chair with comfortable armrests and a firm seat. Avoid chairs that make it difficult to stand or seem wobbly.
• Prepare your sleeping arrangements. Your bed should not be too low to the ground or too high, which makes getting on and off the bed a challenge.

Walk often:

Your primary source of exercise post-surgery, as suggested by your doctors and physiotherapists, will be walking. It reduces pain and helps the recovery process by preventing potential muscle atrophy and blood clots. But do not walk anywhere you are unsure of the footing as you might trip to worsen the situation.

Follow mobility instructions:

Expert physiotherapists at Zoi Hospitals will teach you how to turn in bed, sit up and sit down. Follow these instructions carefully. As an added precaution, you will be asked to wear a customized back brace for your benefit. Avoid moving in other ways that can cause additional damage. Remember no bending, lifting, twisting, or squatting.
You might think that spine surgery changes things and hampers your ability to perform daily activities, but in the hands of the right surgeon, you will be just fine. With years of experience, the expert orthopaedic doctors, spine surgeons, and physiotherapists at Zoi Hospitals in Hyderabad will give you the best possible chance to live a pain-free life and recover quickly after spine surgery. Just remember to trust the surgeon.