After the lumbar internal fixation is taken out, the conditioning mainly includes wound care, bed rest, moderate exercise, diet, daily conditioning and so on.
1. Wound care: after the removal of lumbar internal fixation, it is necessary to ensure the cleanliness of the wound site, change the medicine regularly, and do not get wet to prevent infection.
2. Bed rest: after the removal of lumbar internal fixation, the nail path left behind by the steel nail will affect the stability of lumbar vertebrae, so after the removal of lumbar internal fixation, we need to absolutely rest for at least 1~2 weeks, and it is best to rest for 2~3 months.
3. Moderate exercise: after absolute rest and recuperation, if the body recovers well, you can wear a waist cuff to get out of bed, and follow the doctor’s instructions to carry out moderate rehabilitation exercises, such as Swallow Fly, etc. You should avoid strenuous activities to prevent the lumbar vertebrae from being secondarily harmed, resulting in recurrence.
4. Diet: pay attention to nutritional supplementation during the recovery period, avoid smoking and drinking, and eat more vitamin and protein-rich foods such as milk and apples, which will help the lumbar vertebrae and the wound to recover.
5. Daily care: pay attention to lumbar warmth and cold prevention, to prevent degenerative changes in the lumbar spine. Usually pay attention to reduce the burden on the lumbar spine, avoid strenuous exercise.
After the removal of lumbar internal fixation, you should consult your doctor, pay attention to rest, and actively carry out rehabilitation training.