Aftercare

A Recovery Plan Tailored Around You

We know that every patient's needs are unique. That’s why our multidisciplinary team collaborates to create your aftercare plan tailored to your specific needs. 

At Sulis Hospital, we are committed to your wellbeing long after your procedure. To ensure a smooth and safe recovery, please follow these guidelines:

• Comprehensive aftercare guidance:  Before you leave hospital, our team will provide your with detailed written aftercare guidance and a personal discharge report. please ensure you understand these thoroughly; you can refer to them at any time during your recovery.
• Ongoing support:  We are with you every step of the way. Your care includes scheduled follow-up appointments and continued access to our specialists whenever you need clinical advise or reassurance.

Medication guidance

Before you leave, our onsite pharmacy team make sure that you’re fully comfortable with how best to use any prescribed medications. For added peace of mind, we offer an aftercare telephone service to address any medication-related queries you may have once you're home.

At Sulis Hospital, your health and recovery are our top priorities. We provide comprehensive aftercare designed to support your overall well-being and make sure that you feel fully prepared for the next stages of your journey at home. If you have any questions or need any further help, our dedicated team are just a phone call away.

Normal recovery expectations

You may or may not experience some of the following symptoms however don't worry as this is a perfectly normal part of your recovery.

• General tiredness.
• Surgical pain. All surgery involved some pain and your consultant will recommend or prescribe the best pain relief medication  to help you through the first few days after discharge.
• Muscle aches and sore throat.

Physiotherapy 

If you have been given any specific exercises by a physiotherapist whilst in hospital you should continue to do these at home. It is important that you continue to follow any guidance with regard to rehabilitation as directed by your physiotherapist or consultant.

Our physiotherapists at Sulis Hospital are experts in post-operative rehabilitation. Early mobilisation is key to regaining strength and mobility efficiently – that’s why our team will begin your personalised rehabilitation as soon as possible, often on the day of treatment. Find out more about post-operative physiotherapy.