THIS DVD HAS AN OPTION TO VIEW IN EITHER ENGLISH OR SPANISH. Whether it's a bypass or a valve repair or replacement, heart surgery of any kind is a very frightening experience for both patients and their famililes. It is often overwhelming and difficult to clearly understand and remember discharge instructions and what to expect when you get home. The goal of this 28-minute video is to walk you through some important steps of heart surgery recovery and help you have a more informed post surgical experience. During the initial 4-6 weeks after surgery, it is important to establish a daily routine and to fully understand the restrictions and guidelines provided to you by your healthcare team. This video is divided into chapters and designed to help you with a number of specific activities, including how to get out of bed, and how to perform your deep breathing exercises. The video also offers tips about taking your medication, inspecting your incisions, exercise and much more. RecoverRite was founded on the premise that knowledge is power, and that patients and family members need specific tools to help them better understand and manage recovery and expectations of life after heart surgery. Every heart surgery is unique and each person will heal differently so be sure to discuss the contents of this DVD with your doctor.
K**N
The best part was when the depression hit
This DVD was so well done and so informative. So many things we learned from it that the doctors didn't tell us about, i.e., buying shirts and bras that button/clasp in the front, a pillow over your seat belt. It was very classy, very thorough and very -- not scary. The best part was when the depression hit, we were able to recognize that it was part of the healing process and nothing unusual. It really helped move us through the healing process. Thank you SO much for this great product!
T**R
Helpful guide
For those who are unprepared on what to expect, this is a good tips and mapping of things you will probably encounter, and possibly encounter. Open Heart surgery is much more complicated than most people realize. This helps familiarize and prepare.
J**.
Three Stars
OK, BUT HAD HOPED FOR SOMETHING MORE ADVANCED IN THE WAY OF AN EXERCISE PROGRAM.
J**.
Just OK
Just OK, not too much new here that your doctor didn't tell you already. Helpful was the demonstration about how to get up from a laying down position by getting on your side first.
C**K
Just what the doctor didn't order ...
This served as an invaluable asset. Being given this information at the hospital under stress makes it difficult to remember. Having the DVD at home allows for methodical review and repeat as needed. This should be given for free to all heart patients when they are sent home.Chuck
M**Y
Would not recommend!
Very disappointed. Wanted to actually see what a heart patient goes through so to be prepared ahead if time with what to expect. This DVD was nothing more than a couple of paid actors sugar coating the obvious common sense stuff. Save your money. Wish I had!
C**H
Highly recommended.
Excellent DVD. Bought it for my brother who went through a triple bypass surgery recently. He watched it and said that everything that is mentioned in this DVD is exactly what he had experienced during surgery and recovery. Highly recommended.
A**A
Five Stars
Very informative video and have a better idea of what to expect after surgery
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