physiotherapy advice for patients undergoing thoracic surgery
physiotherapy advice for patients undergoing thoracic surgery
physiotherapy advice for patients undergoing thoracic surgery
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Lifting<br />
Once home you are safe to do light activities. To<br />
begin with do not lift more than the weight of your<br />
chest drain. After 6-8 weeks you can gradually<br />
increase your activities, as long as it remains<br />
com<strong>for</strong>table on your wound. Avoid heavy lifting <strong>for</strong><br />
at least three months.<br />
Driving<br />
Do not drive a car <strong>for</strong> 6-8 weeks (unless otherwise<br />
stated by your consultant). It is a good idea to<br />
in<strong>for</strong>m your insurance company following major<br />
<strong>surgery</strong>, so you do not invalidate your insurance<br />
policy.<br />
Back To Work<br />
Do not return to work until after your out patient<br />
clinic appointment. Your may be advised to stay off<br />
<strong>for</strong> a longer period of time if you have a manual job.<br />
Good luck with your exercises. If you have any<br />
questions or problems with the above in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
you can contact your physiotherapist on<br />
0845 1558208 Ask <strong>for</strong> bleep 153 or 175<br />
Donna Pike July 2004
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