The first week you will be tired because you have been through a lot and it is all right to take it easy. Try and stay out of bed as much as possible. Take naps as needed. Use your breathing device with the three balls that was given to you at the hospital at least every three hours. It is common to be anemic after you leave the hospital, which also contributes to your fatigue. We encourage the use of iron supplements postoperatively to build up your blood stores.

During the first week you may take walks as tolerated. By the second week you may use a treadmill.

You should avoid lifting anything greater than 10-15 lbs. for at least 6 weeks.