Post Hysterectomy: Your Guide to a Better and Faster Recovery

What is a Hysterectomy?

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus, often performed to treat various medical conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse, chronic pelvic pain, and cancer.

Depending on the reason for the surgery and the specific circumstances, a hysterectomy can be total (removing the entire uterus, including the cervix) or partial (removing the upper part of the uterus while leaving the cervix in place).

This surgery can be life-changing and, while it often brings relief from significant health issues, it also requires a thoughtful and supported recovery process.

What to Expect After a Hysterectomy

Recovery from a hysterectomy involves both physical and emotional healing. Here’s what you can generally expect:

  • Initial Recovery: The first few days post-surgery are usually spent in the hospital or resting at home. Pain management and avoiding medical complications are the primary focuses during this time.

  • At Home Recovery: Once home, activities will be limited. You might experience pain, fatigue, and emotional ups and downs. It is crucial to follow your doctor and/or physical therapist’s advice on movement and rest.

  • Gradual Return to Normal Activities: Over the next 6-8 weeks, you will slowly regain your strength and mobility to return to activities of daily living. It can take 8-16 weeks to return to heavy lifting and strenuous exercise.

Why You Need a Coach for Your Hysterectomy Recovery

Recovering from a hysterectomy can be a daunting and overwhelming experience. Working with a recovery coach can significantly enhance your healing process by providing:

  • Personalized Guidance: Every body is different, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. A coach provides tailored advice and plans to suit your specific needs.

  • Emotional Support: The emotional aspect of recovery is often overlooked. A coach offers a compassionate ear and helps you navigate the emotional rollercoaster that can accompany recovery.

  • Accountability and Motivation: Staying motivated during recovery can be challenging. A coach helps you stay on track with your recovery plan and encourages you through the tough times.

  • Expert Knowledge: Coaches are equipped with the knowledge to help you avoid common pitfalls and complications, ensuring a smoother recovery journey.

How I Can Support Your Recovery

As a dedicated hysterectomy recovery coach, my mission is to empower you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to recover better and faster. Here’s how I can assist you:

  • Customized Recovery Plans: Based on your specific surgery type and personal health profile, I create a recovery plan that addresses all aspects of your healing, from physical rehabilitation to emotional well-being.

  • One-on-One Coaching Sessions: Through personalized sessions, I provide expert advice on exercise, scar care, bladder and bowel care, and resuming healthy sexual function. Each session is designed to meet your unique recovery needs.

  • 24/7 Support: Recovery doesn’t follow a 9-5 schedule, and neither do I. You can reach out to me anytime with questions or for advice, ensuring you never feel alone in your journey.

  • Progress Tracking: Using the Everfit app, you can easily track your recovery progress and stay motivated. This app allows you to monitor your workouts and progress between sessions.

  • Form Checks: To prevent injury and ensure you’re performing exercises correctly, I provide video form checks. This ensures you’re getting the maximum benefit from your recovery exercises.

Start Your Journey to Recovery Today

Your recovery from a hysterectomy is a journey towards a healthier, stronger you. Let’s work together to make this journey as smooth and successful as possible. Say goodbye to pain and limitations and hello to a life filled with vitality and confidence. Contact me today to learn more about how I can support your hysterectomy recovery and help you reclaim your life.

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What clients are saying…

“I love learning about all of this! This surgery was scary and being empowered by you to continue doing what I love in a progressive way brings me joy!”

-Nicole, post-hysterectomy

“I’m honestly so happy I signed up for this program with you. I don’t even know where I would be without you helping me every step of the way.

I feel super strong, and have even noticed ab definition. It’s crazy how much I was doing before, and I never had this much success. So, thank you!”

-Emily, post-myomectomy

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Your recovery program will be hosted inside an app where you’ll have video instructions and step-by-step guidance for everything you’re working on in your recovery.

FAQs

  • Being “cleared” for exercise means general exercise without professional guidance. I have helped hundreds of women heal after their surgeries and am able to guide you through movements you need to enhance your healing. When you’re cleared for exercise, you’ll truly be ready!

  • The program is built for your environment, equipment, preferences and schedule. We assess your movement quality, strength, range of motion & muscle engagement on an ongoing basis to ensure you’re doing things safely. This is a full body exercise program with an emphasis on pelvic health and prevention.

  • Part of the reason many women struggle after their surgery is because their unique characteristics are not considered. A “6 week clearance” for everyone is silly, as we all have different things going on.

    As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I have worked with people with neurological disorders, spinal cord injuries, hypermobility disorders, various forms of inflammatory arthritis, chronic pain and every orthopedic disorder you can imagine.

    Everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable moving and healing. If you want to find out whether I can help you, just send me a message.