Acute Care Rehabilitation Following Upper and Lower Extremity Free Flap Surgery: A Review of Best Practices and Case Reports

Conclusion: There is no “gold standard” when treating a patient after flap surgery. As therapists, after a bed rest order is lifted, we initiate mobilizing a patient. Therefore, we may be present when a flap is at risk for compromise. As such, therapists should become familiar with the surgeon's protocol at their facility and understand how to appropriately progress patients. Additionally, a therapist should comprehend ways to assess a flap and familiarize themselves with principles of flap management.
Source: The Journal of Acute Care Physical Therapy - Category: Physiotherapy Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: research