Recover from Brain Surgery
Early & Effective Empowered Care in a Specialized Environment
Key Components of Post-Craniotomy Care
Multidisciplinary skilled and experienced teams help the patient recover faster and prevent complications in post-operative care
Strength Training
VT Prevention
Visual and Speech Therapy
Clinical Nutrition
Seizure Management
Infection Control
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Respiratory Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Wellness Counseling
Continuous monitoring
Functional Independence
Safety and Preventive Measure
Improved overall quality of life
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Primary Steps of Post-Craniotomy Rehabilitation
Early initiation of specialized multidisciplinary can lead to significant improvements
As per the requirement, early intervention will be given at the ICU
Individualized recovery programs are designed by a team of specialists
A care plan is begun and constantly modified to adapt to the patient’s improving status
A team of specialists constantly evaluate the program to ensure overall recovery
Why is rehab needed Post-Craniotomy?
Oxygen may be needed for many days. Patient will be monitored closely and gradually weaned off oxygen before discharge. There will be regular assessment of brain function, strength of muscles, movement of the arms and legs, pupillary function, and general orientation to time, person, and place.
- Regular monitoring of the overall condition and reporting any deviations in the health status of the patient.
- Safe administration of prescribed medicines.
- Pressure ulcer risk assessment measures to prevent bed sore
- Sequential Compression Device may be applied to legs help prevent blood clots by passively compressing the leg veins to keep blood moving
Implementing Tube feeding or assisted oral feeds. Daily monitoring by a dietician to meet the nutritional requirements of the patient, type of feed, frequency, and quantity of feed, supplements, etc. Diet chart is prepared and given when the patient is discharged.
The patient is encouraged to move while in bed. As the strength improves, the patient is assisted in getting out of bed and walking around under supervision. Patients having difficulty in fine movements, grip etc. will be trained to become self-dependent for activities of daily life such as dressing, combing hair, buttoning shirt, and picking up small objects with the help of occupational therapy.
Long term hospitalization, ICU experience, and the disease itself can cause emotional disturbances. The clinical psychologists play an important role in improving the emotional wellbeing of the patient.
Why HCAH is the Best for Post-Craniotomy Care?
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Frequently Asked Questions
The initial phase of rehabilitation is started at the ICU where craniotomy patients are monitored closely and gradually weaned off oxygen before discharge.
Once they are shifted to the HCAH care center, we ensure regular assessment of brain function to monitor progress and identify possible risk factors. The patient is encouraged to follow commands to move arms and legs to ensure early mobility and ambulation. Our aim is to regain the strength of the muscles, arms, and legs; restore pupillary function, and improve the general orientation of the patient to time, person, and place.
Once they are shifted to the HCAH care center, we ensure regular assessment of brain function to monitor progress and identify possible risk factors. The patient is encouraged to follow commands to move arms and legs to ensure early mobility and ambulation. Our aim is to regain the strength of the muscles, arms, and legs; restore pupillary function, and improve the general orientation of the patient to time, person, and place.
Craniotomy patients are initially treated in the ICU. Once they are medically stable, they are moved to our specialized care center. The patient might need several days in the hospital or a transition care facility to recover faster and prevent complications.
Post- Craniotomy care in a specialized facility can prevent some possible complications:
- Infection
- Infection of the lungs (pneumonia)
- Seizures
- Muscle weakness
- Brain swelling
- Leakage of the fluid that surrounds and cushions the brain (cerebrospinal fluid)
A craniotomy procedure can present problems related to specific areas of the brain: Memory problems, Speech difficulty, Paralysis, Abnormal balance, or coordination. Early initiation of our Craniotomy care program can prevent the onset of damage to the brain and prevent disability to a certain extent. Our program also trains the patient and their family to cope with the possible disabilities.
Our multidisciplinary team comprises Head and neck surgeons, neurosurgeons, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, speech, and swallow therapists, psychologists, nutritionists, and specially trained nurses who work together to ensure holistic recovery.
The primary physician evaluates the muscle strength, balance, and mobility of the craniotomy patient. Goal-oriented and focused physiotherapy is then provided based on the assessment. The goals of physiotherapy treatment are redefined according to the patient's progress. The physiotherapist trains the patient and their family to continue the exercises at home after discharge.
The objective of treatment at the hospital is to save your life from the illness/condition and complete a surgical procedure. You are discharged from the hospital once you are medically stable.
The objective of the HCAH care center is to rebuild the physical, functional, and cognitive abilities you've lost during the condition and in the surgical process through continuous care so that you can return to normal life. When you are discharged from the HCAH care center, you are not just medically stable, you are physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy.
The objective of the HCAH care center is to rebuild the physical, functional, and cognitive abilities you've lost during the condition and in the surgical process through continuous care so that you can return to normal life. When you are discharged from the HCAH care center, you are not just medically stable, you are physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy.
Our post Craniotomy care program has helped thousands of patients in returning to normal life after recovery. We have a comprehensive approach that covers every possible aspect of recovery:
- Restoration of lost balance and strength
- Rebuilding speech and cognitive functions
- Prevention of recurrences and complications
- Siezure management
- Care of tubes and lines
- wound care
- Optimum nutrition and swallow therapy
- Wheelchair mobility and training
- Psychology and emotional well being
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Infection control
Our post brain surgery patients are monitored 24x7 with a timely assessment of risk factors. We continuously evaluate the performance indicators and keep altering the program to suit their progress report. Our comprehensive strategies enable us to keep track of every aspect of recovery and ensure the prevention of complications.
A family member or the primary caregiver is always educated to play an active role in the recovery plan. The objectives of the treatment are confirmed and driven by the family's agreement. The physician closely interacts with the family throughout the care plan and trains them to handle any special needs of the patient at home after discharge.
Here are some common indications for Craniotomy Surgery:
- Blood or blood clots in the brain or membranes covering the brain.
- Diagnosis and removal of brain Tumors.
- Removal of abnormal mass in blood vessels of the brain (AV malformation).
- Drainage of puss from pus-filled pocket (Brain Abscess)
- Compression fracture and Traumatic brain injury (Head Injury)
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