Four Weeks Before Surgery

Practice proper fitness.
You do not need to engage in an aggressive or new fitness routine; however practicing good fitness habits is an important factor in your overall health and well being. Upper body stretches and low-weight strength training now, can help to enhance your posture and your strength in the weeks following surgery.

Good nutrition
Eat well during the weeks prior to surgery. Crash dieting, over-eating or high alcohol intake can greatly affect your overall health and well-being. A healthy, balanced diet is essential.

Stop smoking.
Smoking can greatly impair your ability to heal. Your must be non-smoking at least 3 weeks prior to and after surgery. Nicotine patches or nicotine based products are not advised,. The chance of developing keloid scars are greatly increased if you do smoke.

Lead a healthy lifestyle.
In the weeks prior to surgery, maintain the best of health and hygiene. A lingering cold, virus, or other illness can result in your surgery being rescheduled. Make certain to address any illness immediately, and advise our office of any serious illness or change in your health.

Time off and restrictions
You will need about 10-14 days after surgery to remain in Thailand to enable post surgery checkups, stitches removed and to recover from surgery .However, you must avoid activities that increase your blood pressure and/or heart rate for at least 3 weeks after surgery. And, you should not lift things greater than 20kgs for the first 6 weeks after surgery

Support person.
It is highly recommended to travel with a support person. We do understand that this is not always possible and will assist you with matching you to other single travellers having surgery at the same time as you are. Your support person must be a responsible adult. This is important for your health and safety after surgery. Teenagers (under 18 years of age) such as children, relatives, or friends are not really acceptable support persons. A close support person is encouraged. Such a person can be very helpful during your pre and post-operative visits and on the day of surgery at the Hospital surgery centre. A husband, boyfriend, or other close friend can provide nice companionship and emotional support during this exciting time. (Their presence for pre and post-op office visits, however, is not a requirement). If you are unable to take a person with you please advise our staff so we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure that you can care for yourself after surgery. Different Procedures require different level of care and support. Please talk to our staff about your chosen surgery pre and post care.

Relax and enjoy life. Stress and anxiety over life's daily events, and even your planned surgery can affect you. While some anxiety is common, any serious stress, or distress over the thought of surgery is something you must discuss with our staff. We are here to support you and answer all of your questions. We want your decision to be one of confidence.