Faster Recovery After Surgery With Aviv Clinics
How Can Aviv Clinics Help You Heal After Surgery?
Surgery is often a necessary step toward restoring health, mobility, or confidence.
However, surgical recovery can be a long and difficult process, whether you’re having an orthopedic procedure, like a knee or hip replacement, or a cosmetic procedure such as a facelift or abdominoplasty. With the right support, faster recovery after surgery is achievable.
At Aviv Clinics, our personalized recovery programs can combine cutting-edge therapies, including our advanced hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) protocol, with additional support tailored to your needs. This may include tailored physical therapy, occupational therapy and nutritional guidance. This comprehensive, individualized approach helps post-surgical clients heal faster, reduce complications, and gain strength to return to the activities they love.
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The Challenges of Surgical Recovery
Even with excellent surgical care, your body experiences significant stress during an operation. Common post-surgical challenges include:
- Swelling and inflammation
- Pain
- Decreased mobility and related complications
- Infections
- Poor or slow incision healing
- Fatigue and loss of strength during recovery
These issues can make recovery difficult and time-consuming.
Scientific research shows that optimizing your body both before and after surgery can significantly reduce complications and improve healing outcomes.
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How HBOT Supports Healing After Surgery
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) delivers pure oxygen under increased pressure, allowing your blood to carry higher concentrations of oxygen to tissues that need it most. Aviv’s unique HBOT protocol, known scientifically as the hyperoxic-hypoxic paradox, goes a step further by activating the body’s natural healing mechanisms in ways that traditional HBOT protocols cannot.
Benefits of HBOT for Surgical Recovery
Emerging research highlights the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in surgical settings. In one study of abdominoplasty (“tummy tuck”) patients, preoperative HBOT significantly reduced the rate of complications. In the study, only about 8% of the HBOT-treated patients experienced postoperative issues, compared with over 32% in those who did not receive HBOT. Notably, none of the HBOT-treated patients developed tissue necrosis, a complication that occurred in more than 6% of the control group. The researchers concluded that the specialized HBOT protocol offered strong protective benefits when used as a preconditioning strategy.
Beyond reducing surgical risks, HBOT supports recovery on a cellular level. Studies reveal that the same specialized hyperbaric protocol can:
- Improve oxygen delivery to healing tissues
- Reduce swelling and inflammation
- Stimulate the release of natural growth factors, stem cells and self-healing mechanisms
- Promote the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis)
- Boost production of collagen, vital for tissue repair
- Lower the risk of wound or flap failure in cosmetic surgery
These benefits boost your chances of a smoother post-surgical recovery journey.
Comprehensive Surgical Recovery Support at Aviv Clinics
Our Personalized Approach
At Aviv Clinics, surgical recovery isn’t a one-size-fits-all process. Our multidisciplinary treatments can be tailored to your procedure and recovery goals. At your request, our team can collaborate with your physician, orthopedic or cosmetic surgeon, and physical therapy teams to build a program specific to your individual prehabilitation and recovery needs.
This comprehensive approach addresses both sides of surgery, helping you go in stronger and come out healing faster.
Surgical
Preconditioning
Before surgery, our team helps strengthen your body and prepare it for healing. This may include:
- HBOT sessions to boost tissue oxygenation and resilience
- Nutrition strategies to support your immune system
Post-Surgery
Recovery
After your procedure, we focus on accelerating your healing and restoring function. Tailored post-surgical interventions may include:
- Additional HBOT sessions to reduce swelling and enhance tissue repair
- Physical therapy or training for orthopedic recovery
- Occupational therapy for orthopedic recovery
- Ongoing nutritional and lifestyle support to rebuild strength and energy
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Bob's Orthopedic Surgery Recovery
Take the Next Step Toward a Faster Recovery
Your surgery is just the beginning. With the right support, you can recover faster, feel stronger, and get back to the life you love.
At Aviv Clinics, we combine advanced HBOT, personalized nutrition, and physiotherapy into one comprehensive program designed to optimize surgical recovery.
Schedule a consultation today and discover how we can support your recovery journey.
HBOT and Surgical Recovery: Frequently Asked Questions
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How does HBOT help recovery after orthopedic surgery?
How does HBOT help recovery after orthopedic surgery?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can reduce inflammation, improve blood flow to recovering tissues, and support physical rehabilitation. After orthopedic procedures like knee, hip, or shoulder surgeries, HBOT can help patients regain strength and mobility sooner.
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Can HBOT improve cosmetic surgery recovery?
Can HBOT improve cosmetic surgery recovery?
Yes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can support recovery after many types of plastic surgery procedures, such as facelifts or liposuction abdominoplasty. By reducing swelling and bruising, improving scar healing, and lowering the risk of flap or graft complications, HBOT helps promote a smoother recovery and more optimal cosmetic results.
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Is hyperbaric oxygen safe after surgery?
Is hyperbaric oxygen safe after surgery?
Learn moreYes, in most cases. HBOT is a safe, non-invasive therapy widely used in hospitals to support wound healing, but a physician consultation is needed to determine if HBOT is appropriate for you. At Aviv Clinics, our optimized protocol has minimal side effects or risks.
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When should I start HBOT for surgical recovery?
When should I start HBOT for surgical recovery?
Learn moreMany patients can benefit from HBOT sessions as preconditioning before surgery, to strengthen their bodies and improve tissue oxygenation. Continuing HBOT after surgery further enhances healing and recovery.
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How long does surgical recovery take with HBOT?
How long does surgical recovery take with HBOT?
Every surgery is different and every person heals at a different pace. Your treatment length will depend on the type of surgery and your personal recovery goals. In most cases, your personalized program will include sessions before and after your surgical procedure. Contact us for a free physician consultation to learn what your customized program may entail.
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Does HBOT replace physical therapy after surgery?
Does HBOT replace physical therapy after surgery?
No. While HBOT accelerates tissue healing after orthopedic surgery, it works best in combination with physical therapy and other recovery interventions. At Aviv Clinics, our physiology team includes physical therapists trained in surgical recovery techniques.
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Will my insurance cover hyperbaric oxygen therapy for surgical recovery?
Will my insurance cover hyperbaric oxygen therapy for surgical recovery?
In most cases, insurance does not cover HBOT for surgical recovery. However, many clients choose Aviv Clinics because of the comprehensive care we provide and proven benefits for long-term positive outcomes.
Recover Faster With Aviv Clinics