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Your Week-by-Week Recovery Plan: Guided Physiotherapy Support

Phase 1: Protect & Support Healing (Weeks 0–2)

Protect abdominal healing while restoring gentle movement and breathing control.

Phase 2: Restore Core & Pelvic Floor Control (Weeks 2–6)

Reintroduce abdominal activation and pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Phase 3: Rebuild Strength & Stamina (Weeks 6–12)

Gradually increase strength and endurance for lifting, walking, and baby care tasks.

Phase 4: Return to Full Function & Exercise (12+ Weeks)

Progress toward long-term strength, confidence, and safe return to exercise.

Important Guidance

Progress through each phase at a pace that feels appropriate for your recovery.

Only move forward when you can comfortably complete the previous stage without increased pain or swelling.

Always follow the advice given by your consultant or surgeon.

If you are unsure at any stage, please contact your physiotherapist for individual guidance.

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Your Week-by-Week Recovery Plan: Guided Physiotherapy Support

Phase 1: Early Recovery (Weeks 0–2)

Protect, reduce pain, and begin gentle movement

Important Guidance
Progress through each phase at a pace that feels appropriate for your recovery.
Only move forward when you can comfortably complete the previous stage without increased pain or swelling.
Always follow the advice given by your consultant or surgeon.
If you are unsure at any stage, please contact your physiotherapist for individual guidance.

Phase 2: Restore Mobility (Weeks 2–6)

Restore mobility and improve daily function

Important Guidance
Progress through each phase at a pace that feels appropriate for your recovery.
Only move forward when you can comfortably complete the previous stage without increased pain or swelling.
Always follow the advice given by your consultant or surgeon.
If you are unsure at any stage, please contact your physiotherapist for individual guidance.

Phase 3: Regaining Strength and Confidence (Weeks 6–12)

Increase strength, balance, and independence

Important Guidance
Progress through each phase at a pace that feels appropriate for your recovery.
Only move forward when you can comfortably complete the previous stage without increased pain or swelling.
Always follow the advice given by your consultant or surgeon.
If you are unsure at any stage, please contact your physiotherapist for individual guidance.

Phase 4: Returning to Full Function (12+ Weeks)

Progress toward long-term strength and activity and independence

Important Guidance
Progress through each phase at a pace that feels appropriate for your recovery.
Only move forward when you can comfortably complete the previous stage without increased pain or swelling.
Always follow the advice given by your consultant or surgeon.
If you are unsure at any stage, please contact your physiotherapist for individual guidance.
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