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Surgery and Rehabilitation
Reviewed by Medicinsk Expert•Last updated: 2026-10-22•Surgery Rehabilitation

Surgery and Rehabilitation

This index provides a comprehensive overview of surgical procedures, critical care interventions, and rehabilitation services available for patient recovery.

Surgical Procedures and Interventions

  • After Surgery (includes Postoperative Care)
  • Amputation (see Artificial Limbs)
  • Anesthesia
  • Angioplasty
  • Arthroplasty (see Hip Replacement; Knee Replacement)
  • Artificial Limbs (includes Prosthetic Limbs)
  • Assistive Devices
  • Bariatric Surgery (see Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Body Contouring (see Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery)
  • Brachytherapy (see Radiation Therapy)
  • Breast Implants (see Breast Reconstruction; Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery)
  • Breast Reconstruction (includes Mammaplasty)
  • Breast Reduction (see Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery)
  • Bypass Surgery (see Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery)
  • CABG (see Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery)
  • Colostomy (see Ostomy)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (includes Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
  • Cosmetic Surgery (see Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery)
  • Endoscopy
  • Gastric Bypass (see Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Gastroplasty (see Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Heart Surgery (includes Cardiac Surgery; Open Heart Surgery)
  • Hip Replacement
  • Hysterectomy
  • Ileostomy (see Ostomy)
  • Knee Replacement
  • Laser Eye Surgery (includes LASIK; LTK; PRK)
  • Lumpectomy (see Mastectomy)
  • Mastectomy
  • Obesity Surgery (see Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Ostomy (includes Colostomy; Ileostomy; Stoma; Urostomy)
  • Oxygen Therapy (includes Hyperbaric Oxygen)
  • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery (includes Body Contouring; Breast Implants; Breast Reduction; Cosmetic Surgery; Surgery, Plastic)
  • Radiation Therapy (includes Brachytherapy; Radiosurgery; Radiotherapy)
  • Stomach Stapling (see Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Surgery (includes Operation; Second Opinion)
  • Weight Loss Surgery (includes Bariatric Surgery; Gastric Bypass; Gastroplasty; Obesity Surgery; Stomach Stapling)

Critical Care and Rehabilitation

  • Cardiac Rehabilitation (includes Heart Diseases—Rehabilitation)
  • Critical Care (includes Assisted Breathing; ICU; Life Support; Tracheostomy; Ventilators)
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation (includes Chest Physical Therapy; Lung Rehabilitation)
  • Rehabilitation (includes Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy)
  • Stroke Rehabilitation

Frequently Asked Questions

Before returning home, assess your living space for fall risks and accessibility. Remove loose rugs and clutter from walkways, install grab bars in the bathroom, and ensure adequate lighting in all areas. Consider temporary modifications like a raised toilet seat, a shower chair, and non-slip mats. If you live in a multi-story home, plan to stay on the ground floor or arrange for assistance with stairs. These adjustments reduce the risk of falls and help you perform daily activities safely while your strength returns.
Contact your medical team if you experience sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, or leg swelling, which could indicate a blood clot. Watch for signs of infection at the surgical site, such as increased redness, warmth, swelling, or fever above 101 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, report any sudden loss of function, severe unmanageable pain, or confusion, as these may signal complications that require immediate medical intervention rather than continued standard rehabilitation exercises.
The appropriate rehabilitation path depends on the nature of your surgery and your functional goals. Physical therapy focuses on restoring movement, strength, and balance after orthopedic or neurological procedures. Occupational therapy helps you regain independence in daily tasks like dressing or cooking, often using adaptive equipment. Cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation is specialized for heart or lung surgeries, focusing on endurance and safe exercise progression. Your surgical team will typically refer you to the specific discipline that addresses your primary limitations.
Inpatient rehabilitation is an intensive, hospital-based program for patients who need 24-hour care and multiple therapy sessions per day, often following major surgeries like strokes or complex fractures. Outpatient therapy involves visiting a clinic for one to three sessions per week while living at home. Inpatient care is shorter in duration but more intense, while outpatient care is longer-term and allows you to practice skills in your real-life environment. The choice depends on your medical stability, home support system, and the severity of your functional deficits.
Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine

MedlinePlus brings together authoritative health information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations.

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