24/10/2026
Home care nurse after surgery: organizing dressings
Home dressing care is ideally prepared before discharge, with a legible prescription, the service protocol and a contact in case of alert.
Recovery & Rehabilitation
Guides, practical resources and recently published content to better understand this topic and prepare for discussions with healthcare professionals.
23/10/2026
Post-operative lift chair: criteria, testing and safety
A lift chair can facilitate the transition from sitting to standing in certain situations, but it must correspond to the support guidelines, the morphology and the accommodation.
22/10/2026
After bunion surgery: walking, footwear, and warnings
Walking and footwear depend on the movement performed. Careful attention should be paid to weight-bearing, swelling, wounds, and signs of phlebitis or embolism.
21/10/2026
Sun protection after facial surgery: format and selection criteria
Sunscreen should not be applied to a wound or under a bandage without specific instructions. On closed skin, the product should cover the area without causing irritation.
20/10/2026
After rotator cuff surgery: recovery and warning signs
After rotator cuff repair, tendon protection and rehabilitation follow an individualized protocol. Here are some useful guidelines and warnings.
19/10/2026
Recovery after hip replacement: mobility, care and warning signs
After a hip replacement, weight-bearing, movement, and rehabilitation depend on the procedure. Here are the care and warning signs.
18/10/2026
Non-slip tray for convalescence: meals, surface, rim and maintenance
A good tray should stabilize the plate and remain stable itself on the table. Dimensions, underside, handles, and maintenance are important factors to consider before buying.
17/10/2026
Seeking a second opinion before surgery: file, questions and deadlines
A second opinion can inform a surgical decision without being an act of defiance. The case must be prepared and it must be verified whether waiting is medically feasible.
16/10/2026
Bag for walker: attachment, access and maximum load
The correct bag must remain centered, not interfere with brakes or folding, and respect the lowest of the loads indicated in the instructions for the bag and the walker.
15/10/2026
Ankle swelling after surgery: causes and warning signs
A swollen ankle after surgery can be expected or signal a complication. The context and associated signs guide the level of urgency.
