Movement Recommendations and Precautions After Thoracic Surgery with Sternal Incision; To help you live a healthy, active life -

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Movement Recommendations and Precautions After Thoracic Surgery with Sternal Incision; To help you live a healthy, active life

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Abstract

This handout helps guide recovery after thoracic (chest) surgery with sternal incision. It describes how to move "In the Tube" to minimize stress on your body and help your recovery. It includes precautions, exercise goals, and how to listen to what your body needs.

Author

Physical Therapy/Rehab Medicine

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2024

Print Abstract

General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Surgery

Specific Subject/Keyword

Exercise

Physical Therapy

Range of Motion

Recovery

Surgery

Thoracic Surgery

Languages

English

Record ID

5072