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November 21, 2023 27 mins

There are so many questions…

How long will recovery take?
What are my limitations?
Will I need someone to look after me?
When can I go back to work?
When can I exercise again?
How much pain will I feel?
How long do the drains stay in?

In this episode, I cover the top 10 things you can almost certainly expect and plan for during your explant surgery recovery.

Links and resources:

  1. Explant recovery activities list

  2. Free Healing Smoothies Guide
    smoothies.empoweredexplant.com

  3. Empowered Explant Website Resources
    www.empoweredexplant.com/resources

  4. For coaching and support before or after surgery, email me!
    darnah@empoweredexplant.com

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Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation

Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.


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