be a symptom of bronhopleksita - inflammation of the brachial plexus);
not to raise and carry weights, if possible, do not overextend the arm. With increasing load the muscles need more oxygen, which increases blood flow to the hand and the already congested venous blood and lymph, while, as the outflow from it is difficult;
recommended to limit the load on the arm of the operation - up to one kg within a year, up to two kilograms in four years and up to 3 - 4 kg over a lifetime. Better wear a bag on his shoulder healthy hands;
to avoid any work related to the long sloping position with hands down. Such restrictions are necessary to prevent stagnation of lymph in the lymphatic vessels of the hands;
after the physical work required to do gymnastics, self-massage hands (fingers stroking on to armpit), give it a lofty position at an angle of 10" - 15".
while working at the dacha, laundry, washing dishes, especially with the use of strong detergents, it is recommended to use protective gloves;
to sew with a thimble;
avoid mosquito bites, bees, using insect repellent for protection;
not recommended to give injections, take blood for analysis, to measure blood pressure on the arm of the operation;
not be subjected to hand clamping: delete tight cuffs on a blouse and nightgown, make sure that armhole clothes were not too narrow, the bra straps should not cut into the shoulder. Rings, bracelets and watches should be kept on hand freely, without the girth;
avoid burns while cooking, to prevent sunburn. In the summer wear a hat, clothing with long sleeves (to protect from the sun);
do not use hot water when washing dishes, bathing. Contraindicated sauna, steam bath, and washing in the bathroom is recommended to replace the shower;
protect the hand from the operation of cuts, burns, abrasions, cracks, scratches caused by animals and plants. These precautions are important for the prevention of erysipelas. Erysipelas and leads to an increase in swelling of hands;
with injury to wash the wound with running water and antiseptic solution to process twice (iodine, 0.01% chlorhexidine digluconate, 70-degree alcoholic solution). If the arm in place of injured blush, appeared pain, increased body temperature, increased edema of the hands, you should contact a doctor;
after work necessary to remove a bra with a prosthesis, to give rest to his body, wear loose cotton clothes;
protect the area the second operation, good arm in the transport market, in public places.
In the recovery period (after 7-8 days after surgery) is recommended to conduct a set of therapeutic exercises to restore the maximum range of motion in the operated hand in hand, maintaining correct posture, coordination of movements, full of breath, general state of normalcy. Exercise is better to perform twice a day - morning and in the middle of the day. Very effective for recovery of motor function of the hand with the operated side sessions in the pool. They can start in 2-3 months after surgery.
