Increase Quality of Life after Open-Heart Surgery


How to avoid permanent damage from poor post-op healing


A poorly healed breastbone after open-heart surgery can lead to lifelong instability and dependence on pain medication, permanently lowering one’s quality of life.

That is why stabilizing the breastbone area and taking actions to protect it immediately after the operation and during the healing period are so crucial.

Important facts about postoperative healing

Some important things to know about postoperative healing after open-heart surgery are:

  • The sternum (breastbone) moves around a lot. This can cause friction in the wound and so cause infection and swelling.

  • The sternum is held together by strong yet very thin wires after the operation. These can cut into the bone during extreme movements such as coughing.

To ensure a good quality of life moving forward, it is vital to take whatever steps necessary to ensure the sternum can heal quickly and properly.

Posthorax Sternum Stabilisation Vest

The Posthorax Sternum Vest has proven in large clinical setting to prevent instability of the sternum, reduce pain and infection risk.

For more information please contact us: Email: info@posthorax.com

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