Having valve replacement surgery next week. Can anyone tell me if my arm movement will be restricted afterward? Thanks.
Judy S Hi Deirdre,
Good luck with everything next week! The primary issue with arm movement is the you wonâ ... Read more
Judy S Hi Deirdre,
Good luck with everything next week! The primary issue with arm movement is the you won’t be able to reach to your sides or above your shoulders for several weeks. This is to prevent you from injuring the sternum as it heals. It’s a good idea to have things at a lower level so no reaching is required.
Mike Roskowinski Hello Deirdre - Yes you will just as Judy says. They want to prevent injuries to the sternum and als ... Read more
Mike Roskowinski Hello Deirdre - Yes you will just as Judy says. They want to prevent injuries to the sternum and also your incisions from ripping open. Also you will be on a lifting restriction of no more than 10 pounds for 12 weeks. Hope that helps
Deirdre Kane Judy, what type of pajamas did you wear?
I am from: Ridgewood, New Jersey
Good luck with everything next week! The primary issue with arm movement is the you wonâ ... Read more
Good luck with everything next week! The primary issue with arm movement is the you won’t be able to reach to your sides or above your shoulders for several weeks. This is to prevent you from injuring the sternum as it heals. It’s a good idea to have things at a lower level so no reaching is required.