DIET

• Resume your usual diet as tolerated. Start with liquids and bland foods.
• Do NOT drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours OR while taking prescription pain medications.

ACTIVITIES:

• See your Surgeon’s instructions for guidance on use of your surgical extremity.

WOUND CARE

• Keep your incision and dressing clean and dry.
• Do NOT remove the dressing unless instructed by your surgeon.
• You may resume showering tomorrow. Cover dressing for showering. No soaking wound in tub, pool, etc.
• NOTIFY YOUR SURGEON if you experience excessive bleeding or signs of infection such as redness, swelling, pus,
  unusual drainage, or fever over 100 degrees F.
• A limited amount of discomfort, swelling, and bruising is to be expected.

ANESTHESIA RELATED

• You had an anesthetic. The effects of anesthesia may last 24 hours or longer.
• Do NOT drive or operate hazardous machinery for the remainder of the day.
• Do NOT engage in sports, heavy work, or heavy lifting for the next 24 hours.

FOLLOW UP

• Please call your Surgeon’s office for an appointment if you do not already have one.
• See your personalized Discharge Instructions provided by your Surgeon. Follow those instructions.

MEDS

• Resume taking your usual medications as per doctor prescription.
• Fill your prescriptions immediately. Take medications exactly as prescribed.
• You may begin taking your prescription pain medication.