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Essential Tips for Healing After Surgery

Recovery after surgery can vary significantly depending on the procedure and an individual's overall health. Factors such as the type of surgery, complexity, and the body's ability to heal all play a role in surgery recovery time. A simpler procedure may require less downtime, while

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What to Wear After Shoulder Surgery

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By Image Point Fr / Shutterstock.com Getting dressed after a shoulder surgery, or any kind of surgery that immobilizes your arm, can be a real challenge. In this quick guide, we offer six essential tips for getting dressed after shoulder surgery — from a one-handed dressing

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Exploring 10 Different Types of Hospital Gowns

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By Tyler Olson / Shutterstock.com While all hospital gowns may follow the same basic shape, they are not created equal — and, in fact, certain types of hospital gowns have very different purposes. Some are meant to be worn by doctors,  nurses, and other medical professionals,

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How to Put on a Hospital Gown

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By wavebreakmedia / Shutterstock.com Hospital gowns are a simple garment, yet oh-so-tricky to put on (and take off). This is a wardrobe staple of hospital clothes for patients, yet few have mastered the art of donning a hospital gown. Hospital stay garments are designed with patient

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15 Tips for a Faster and Smoother Surgery Recovery

15 Tips Faster Smoother Surgery Recovery

Whether your surgery is a minor outpatient procedure or a major surgery, recovery from it is no small thing. Knowing the best practices for surgery recovery can contribute to reduced pain and faster healing, not to mention resuming your regular life. Whether this is your

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