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April 16, 2022 Comfort | enhanced recovery | recovery | surgery | surgery prep Marissa Adams

Warm Weather Surgery Recovery: How to Beat the Heat While You’re on the Mend

Spring has sprung and temperatures are on the rise. When an injury or illness requires a late-spring or summer surgery, you may be wondering “How in the world do I do this?”. Combine rising temperatures with a decrease in your own mobility and energy levels—and the end result can be a bit daunting. But, with […]

December 9, 2021 mental health | postop | recovery | surgery Gillian Griffith

Staying Positive and Managing Mood as a Caregiver: 5 Important Steps to Take

Taking on the role of being a caregiver for a loved one who’s undergone surgery can feel like second-nature. After all, being there for someone you love is natural. But, while on the surface it may seem like something you can handle just fine without much preparation, the truth is there is so much that goes into […]

Will Your Diet Stand in the Way of Your Surgery?

For many of us, eating well and focusing on good nutrition is a lot like wearing sunscreen; we prioritize it when the sun is blazing during the summer season, but fail to keep the habit up year-round, even knowing that it’s important for our safety and health. Much like neglecting SPF can lead to health […]

October 28, 2021 enhanced recovery | ERAS | Physical Therapy | Prehab | recovery Jamie Fletcher

Prehab: How You Can Jumpstart Recovery Before Your Procedure

We’ve all heard the saying, “If you fail to prepare, prepare to fail”. So when it comes to big life events, most of us follow the standard recipe for success: plan, prep, & execute! That extra leg work at the onset can really make a difference in the final outcome. But how exactly do you […]

August 12, 2021 diet | ERAS | Healthy Eating | Preop Diet Gillian Griffith

Summer Preop Diet: Using the Healthy Flavors of Summer to Get Fit for Your Fall Surgery

Nutrition is one of the most important parts of any surgery—after all, how strong and healthy your body is going into surgery plays a pivotal role in the success of your procedure and how quickly you’ll be able to get back to normal afterward. If you’re getting ready to undergo a surgery in the fall, […]

Meet Your Surgical Team: The Pros Who Play a Role in Your Procedure

It’s no secret surgery can be overwhelming—but knowing who’s involved with your procedure is a great way to ease your nerves. Today, we’re breaking down everyone you might meet along your surgery journey and what they do for you. 1. Circulator or Circulating Nurse 2. Scrub Nurses or Perioperative Nurses 3. Anesthesiologist (or CRNA) 4. […]

All You Need to Know About Infection After Surgery

As your body heals from surgery, it’s often in a compromised state and needs all the help it can get. One thing that makes the road to recovery even bumpier? Developing an infection after surgery. Today, then, we’re talking all you need to know about this fairly common occurrence—including what to look for, when to […]

January 7, 2021 Nausea | PONV | Post Op Marissa Adams

Are You At Higher Risk For PONV?

At MendWell, it’s always our goal to empower patients with the information they need for a smooth surgical experience. Today, then, we’re talking about one of the most common surgical complications: postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)—and, specifically, about how to know if you’re at a higher risk for PONV. Read for our helpful breakdown on […]

Is Your Surgery Going Digital? What To Know About Telemedicine and Surgery

As the world navigates a global pandemic, it’s no surprise that reducing unnecessary contact is a huge focus for healthcare providers. One way they’re doing so? The use of telemedicine. While telemedicine might feel brand-new to patients everywhere, the truth is it’s been around for quite a while—and we’re likely to see it grow in popularity as […]

October 2, 2020 ERAS | opioid | opioids | pain | painkillers Marissa Adams

This Medication Eliminated Opioid Use After Surgery in 83% of Patients Studied

No companies mentioned in this post have provided promotional consideration to MendWell. The Research At-A-Glance In a study funded by the biotech company Heron Therapeutics, more than 90% of patients stayed opioid-free in the 72 hours after surgery and 83% stayed off opioids the full 28-day post-op window. Patients having hernia repair surgery were given a local […]

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