Deputy Chief Physician, Zhongshan Second Hospital
Rehabilitation exercise, also known as postoperative functional exercise, promotes the return of blood and lymph through specific arm movements. According to the requirements of postoperative recovery, postoperative progressive rehabilitation exercises are divided into three sets: morning, middle and evening. It is very important to do rehabilitation exercise every day, which can not only help you effectively prevent edema, but also promote wound healing and the recovery of upper limb function. Restoring the affected limb to its original state as much as possible will help improve your quality of life.
Remember the following three points to help you get twice the result with half the effort:
1. Step by step: the number and time of exercise every day should be gradually increased to avoid excessive exercise, and it is advisable not to feel tired the next day.
2. Grasp the intensity: it is recommended to take 10- 15 minutes three times a day within three months after each operation.
3. Symmetry of movements: Do rehabilitation exercises with both arms at the same time or in turns to keep the muscle elasticity consistent and make your movements more coordinated.
Through this step-by-step and persistent exercise, you can completely help your affected limb to return to its original state!