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Pelvic Fracture Fixation Surgery: Management After Surgery

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Pelvic fractures are common after motor vehicle accidents and often include injuries to the bones, joints, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels of the pelvis. Pelvic fractures can be managed in many ways; however, it is important to determine the best treatment plan to allow you to return to your normal activities as soon as possible and avoid complications after pelvic fracture fixation surgery. This guide on how to manage your recovery after pelvic fracture fixation surgery will teach you how to recover from your pelvic fracture surgery and prevent any long-term issues from occurring. Rehabilitation Guidelines In order to optimize recovery, patients should be instructed in the following strategies to help relieve adductor spasm and pudendal nerve irritation. Adductor massage: *Sit on a chair with your leg outstretched in front of you. Place your heel close to your buttocks so that the toes of the foot are pointing toward you. Discharge Instructions After the surgery, you may feel a dul...