Your Recovery Starts Now

Your recovery begins the moment surgery is complete. Following these instructions carefully will help you heal well, avoid complications and return to full activity as quickly as possible.

Immediately After Surgery (Hospital)

• You will be monitored closely in the recovery room for 1–2 hours before returning to your ward
• Pain management medications will be given — controlled pain allows better movement and faster recovery
• Physiotherapy begins within a few hours — gentle ankle pumps and breathing exercises initially
• For knee and hip replacement: you will stand and take first steps with a walker on the day of or day after surgery
• Compression stockings and/or blood thinner injections will be given to prevent DVT

First 2 Weeks at Home

• Wound Care — Keep the wound dry and clean. Do not remove the dressing unless instructed. Report any redness, discharge, warmth or wound opening immediately.
• Medications — Take all prescribed medications on time — pain relief, blood thinners, antibiotics and supplements. Do not stop any medication without consulting Dr Jadhav.
• Exercises — Perform prescribed physiotherapy exercises consistently. Consistency is the single most important factor for a good outcome.
• Swelling Management — Elevate the operated limb when resting. Apply ice packs (wrapped in cloth) for 15–20 minutes several times a day for the first week.
• Diet & Hydration — Eat a balanced, protein-rich diet to support tissue healing. Stay well hydrated. Avoid smoking and alcohol.

Follow-Up Schedule