People get into skiing accidents and need to replace knees, or they slip on ice and need to fix a hip, or they just want to get ready for bikini weather and schedule a nip here and an enlargement there.
Surgeons are particularly busy these days, but Dr. Jamal M. Bullocks, a surgeon from the Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, has advice if you do need surgery.
A successful surgery depends on a number of factors — a few of them you can control.
Even minor surgery may pose some risk that has long-term implications. So, for those considering surgery, there are six habits you need to commit to right now to help your body heal.
Here’s how Bullocks suggests you can improve your chances of recovering more quickly if you do go under the knife:
Quit smoking
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You’ve chosen your surgeon to guide you through this experience based on a lot of things. You did research on this procedure, and he or she came highly recommended. Such a surgeon may have special credentials or certifications that make you feel more confident.
You trusted your surgeon enough to start down the path of preparing for this surgery, so why won’t you listen when we give you special instructions to follow beforehand?
Surgeons are like every other kind of doctor; they want to help patients improve their health, but they also want to minimize the risk of a condition worsening as a result of the surgery.
This is a team effort, and it is imperative you do your part to eliminate potential problems and help with a successful outcome.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions before surgery — and always ask questions if something is confusing or unclear.
