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Do You Have Any Recommendations For Me To Eat After A Joint Replacement?

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Dr Sachin Chhabra

"Cake, chips, cookies, and donuts!" This is probably how many of our patients would like to hear from us (at least, that's what I hope to hear!). Contrary to popular belief, junk food is not a recommended part of the postoperative diet. The postoperative diet is not strictly enforced by Dr. Berger, although there are aspects of it that are recommended and ideal.


Water:

The patient's body contains anesthetic and drugs right after surgery. It is crucial to push fluids after joint replacement because these medications have a tendency to dehydrate the patient. The faster the anesthetic is washed out, the more water the patient consumes. Constipation, a typical adverse reaction to anesthesia and several painkillers, is reduced by drinking more water.


Electrolytes:

Patients should remember the significance of electrolytes while hydrated. The balance of electrolytes in the body might become unbalanced if you consume too much water without electrolytes. Electrolyte consumption after surgery might be beneficial for any fluid shifts brought on the anesthesia during surgery. 


Gum chewing:

Chewing gum could seem a little strange, even if hydrating with electrolytes may seem basic sense. However, research has found that chewing gum after surgery can stimulate the digestive system. Because chewing gum promotes digestion, it can help reduce constipation, a side effect of anesthesia and postoperative drugs that is quite prevalent. Contact best joint replacement surgeon in Indore. 


Skip the alcohol:

Alcohol not only dehydrates the body, negating the advantages of hydrating with water and electrolytes, but it also adversely affects the way postoperative drugs work. The patient can continue drinking once the postoperative drugs have been finished, but as always, moderation is advised.


Foods Rich in Iron:

Minimally invasive procedure results in little blood loss, patients can increase their blood reserves by eating foods high in iron. Red meats, leafy green vegetables (such as spinach and kale), beans, and dried fruit are examples of foods high in iron.


Inflammatory-reduction diet:

Any method that can be utilised to lessen or prevent inflammation is helpful because swelling and bruising are unavoidable following surgery. Pomegranates, red cherries, and beets are examples of foods high in antioxidants, which are often dark red in colour and aid in healing. A traditional "Mediterranean diet" of fish, produce, nuts, seeds, legumes, and olive oil is the ideal anti-inflammatory diet for speeding healing.

According to orthopedic doctor in Indore Dr. Sachin Chhabra. Having any kind or pain in your any joint go hurry for book an appointment. 


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