Movement Ambulation

Movement and ambulation is a significant tool in reducing postsurgical complications. Movement increases muscle tone, stimulates circulation, increases vital capacity, and helps prevent deep vein thrombosis. (Lewis et al, 2015, p.356) While ambulation is not possible for an ORIF patient, active range of motion in unaffected limbs and core movement should be encouraged (Lewis et al, 2015, p.1528)
Pain is among the top fears before surgeries and one of the biggest complaints afterwards. Controlling pain is essential to allow uninhibited activities of daily living. “SEVERE postoperative pain remains a widespread but still underestimated problem. Extensive studies have demonstrated that despite present-day improvements in pain treatment, many