How to Get Out of Bed After Abdominal Surgery - Physio Safe Guide

Here's how to get out of bed after abdominal surgery and minimize abdominal pain with Physical Therapist Michelle from pelvicexercises.com.au This simple 2 step guide shows you the best way to get out of bed following abdominal surgery including appendix removal, C-section, laparotomy, hernia or abdominal hysterectomy.

Getting out of bed safely after abdominal surgery helps you reduce abdominal pain, move freely and reduce risks of prolonged bed rest including back pain, blood clots (DVT) and chest infection. Getting in and out of bed regularly after abdominal surgery helps you recover faster and return to your regular activities.

This simple 2 step technique for moving out of bed avoids contracting the abdominal muscles when moving. Keeping your abdomen relaxed and well supported when moving helps you avoid abdominal pain and protects your abdominal wound from strain.

The best way to move out of bed after abdominal surgery involves:
1. Rolling onto your side without twisting through your trunk (log-roll technique)
2. Raising your body sideways using your upper body strength and momentum rather than your abdominal muscles.

Getting back into bed correctly is also demonstrated in this video. The correct technique for returning to bed is the reverse technique of getting out of bed safely.

The Physiotherapy technique for getting out of bed shown in this video is appropriate for men and women to use after a range of different types of abdominal surgery that involve an abdominal incision (wound).

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