Prior to my surgery, I was on a mission to research everything I could possibly do to help prepare for surgery. Such as the following:
Hot yoga once a week
30 minute jogs on treadmill 2-3 times per week ( I really should have done more than this...)
Chlorella supplements: http://www.naturalnews.com/021797.html
-I took 2-3 grams per day since mid October
Krill Oil- I took 500 mg almost every day up to 2.5 weeks before surgery. Its an anti inflammatory, helps improve immune system, and helps with blood clotting issues. (Which is why I stopped a few weeks before surgery- you don't want to take Krill before surgery to prevent excessive bleeding)
Shark Cartilidge- supposedly a great calcium supplement plus its great for joint/muscle pain (at least I felt like it helped) Stop taking this supplement at least 3 weeks before surgery- it constricts your blood vessels which is not a good thing when you are going through surgery.
Dr. Weil Multi-Vitamin http://www.vitacost.com/Dr-Weil-Daily-Multivitamin-for-Optimum-Health
-Daily
Unfortunately, I am off vitamins and all my supplements ( I had to stop 2 weeks before surgery) so I am hoping that my immune system keeps me from getting sick so there is no delay with my surgery.
I also bought:
Body Pillow
Memory foam pillows
Jumbo large bed pillows ( the more pillows the better!)
several pajama sets ( no skinny jeans for me for awhile!)
camisoles
tank tops
loose fitting sweat shirts
face wipes (for the hospital)
no-water bathing wipes (just in case)
The hospital is providing me with any daily living aids I will need. Check with your hospital to see what they will provide before buying anything!
There is a bunch of little things I will be packing along to the hospital. A lot of similar blogs to mine have suggested this website: http://www.scoliosislinks.com/PreparingforSurgery.htm
One of the things that was recommended to me was an imagery/hypnosis cd to help prepare mentally for the surgery. I recently purchased Belleruth Naperstak's audio cd1. I have been listening to it twice a day (first thing in the morning and then at night) it has helped me so much! I have been getting good sleep and I am less nervous about the surgery.
My fiance has been awesome through out this whole situation- if you have a significant other, have them read other blogs about people who have been through this surgery. I feel this has helped him fully prepare for my surgery. Thankfully, his employer is allowing him to work from home so he can be with me the first couple of weeks. Plus, I am preparing some meals for him so its less for him to worry about. Anything I can do to make this easier on him, makes it easier on me.
My fiance has been awesome through out this whole situation- if you have a significant other, have them read other blogs about people who have been through this surgery. I feel this has helped him fully prepare for my surgery. Thankfully, his employer is allowing him to work from home so he can be with me the first couple of weeks. Plus, I am preparing some meals for him so its less for him to worry about. Anything I can do to make this easier on him, makes it easier on me.
Next on my list: going to see my massage therapist on Friday and the night before my surgery. Not sure if that will help...but it sure will feel good! :)
Hi, Thank you for starting a blog about your surgery. I am planning to have the surgery sometimes in June. I am getting my home ready for the recovery also.
ReplyDeleteYes, thank you for starting this blog! I look forward to reading about the days leading up to your surgery and your recovery. My 11 yo daughter will be going through the same ordeal this spring.
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