Uploaded January 2021 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago
Learn how much walking after hysterectomy safely promotes recovery speed with Physiotherapist post-operative walking guide for weeks 1-7. Pelvic Health Physio Michelle from https://www.pelvicexercises.com.au guides your walking exercise week-by-week with tips for reducing pain with walking and progressing safely.
Timestamps: Hysterectomy Exercises - Weeks 1-7 Walking Guide
0:00 Walking after hystertectomy
0:36 Benefits of walking after surgery
0:52 Walking and hysterectomy side effects
1:53 General walking guidelines
2:12 Weeks 1-2 starting to walk
2:47 Weeks 2-4 walking progression
3:17 Weeks 4-6 walking goals
3:42 Week 7 onwards
4:17 How to reduce pain
6:20 Hysterectomy recovery time
6:41 How to ensure safe walking after a hysterectomy
8:06 Improving recovery speed
🔽Hysterectomy Recovery Exercises eBook DOWNLOAD
https://www.pelvicexercises.com.au/pelvic-exercise-products/books/hysterectomy-recovery-book1/
Benefits of walking after a hysterectomy include:
• Maintaining fitness
• Reduced DVT risk (blood clots in the deep leg veins)
• Decreased length of hospital stay
• Improved bowel function
• Improved wellbeing
• Better posture
• Managing lower back pain.
Week by Week Physiotherapist Hysterectomy Recovery Guide
This week-by-week information is not a substitute for medical advice. Follow your surgeon's instructions for walking during your hysterectomy recovery.
Weeks 1-2
•Most women are encouraged to mobilise out of bed within 24 hours of hysterectomy
•It's usually appropriate to continue in-hospital walking at home after discharge
•Start with short regular walks throughout the day approximately 5 minutes duration
•Walk on flat surfaces rather than on inclines or stairs
•Wear full support briefs when you walk for comfort
•Aim for 10 minutes continuous walking by the end of week 2.
Weeks 2-4
•Most women can increase walking duration for each walk by approximately 5 minutes/week
•By the end of week 4 you may be able to walk continuously for 20 minutes
•Monitor your symptoms and progress the time you spend with comfort
•Discomfort with walking can indicate you've done too much. You may need to reduce your walking speed and duration.
Weeks 4-6
•By 6 weeks after a hysterectomy many women can walk continuously for up to 30 minutes.
•If you're unable to manage one long walk 30-minute walk, you may feel more comfortable with a few shorter walks during the day.
Week 7 Onwards
•Most women usually have a postoperative review with their surgeon by week 7.
•You may gradually start to increase your walking speed and the distance you walk when your surgeon has given you permission to return to general exercise
•Complete internal healing usually takes approximately 3 months. Progress your walking program gradually, especially during this time.
Physiotherapy Tips for Improving Comfort and Safety:
•During early recovery time walking with pain medication
•If any exercise causes you to feel discomfort then cease it immediately
•Walk on flat surfaces and avoid hills
•Wear well-fitting cushioned footwear
•Avoid repetitive treadmill walking in favour of walking outdoors
•Wear quality support briefs or support pants
•Doing short regular walks can be just as beneficial as doing long walks, especially within the first 6 weeks after surgery
•Monitor your symptoms and rest if you are feeling tired or experiencing discomfort
•If you experience discomfort with walking you may have done too much in which case stop, rest, and do less walking next time
•Walk at your own pace and avoid comparing your walking progress with others
•Gradually increase your walking duration as your body heals and according to your level of physical comfort
•Alternate walking with rest during your recovery
•Contact your surgeon with any concerns related to exercising after hysterectomy.
Medical References
Kalogera, E., & Dowdy, S. C. (2016). Enhanced recovery pathway in gynecologic surgery: Improving outcomes through evidence-based medicine. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, 43(3), 551–573. doi.org/10.1016/j.ogc.2016.04.006
Buckwalter, J. A. (1995). Activity vs rest in the treatment of bone, soft tissue, and joint injuries. Iowa Orthopaedic Journal, 15, 29–42.
Terzioglu, F., et al. (2013). Multimodal interventions (chewing gum, early oral hydration, and early mobilisation) on intestinal motility following abdominal gynaecologic surgery. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 22(13–14), 1917–1925. doi.org/10.1111/jocn.12185
Nelson, G., et al. (2016). Guidelines for postoperative care in gynecologic/oncology surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) Society recommendations—Part II. Gynecologic Oncology, 140(2), 323–332. doi.org/10.1016/j.ygyno.2015.12.019
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The information provided in this video is intended as general information and not a substitute for individual medical advice regarding your medical condition.
Learn how much walking after hysterectomy safely promotes recovery speed with Physiotherapist post-operative walking guide for weeks 1-7. Pelvic Health Physio Michelle from https://www.pelvicexercises.com.au guides your walking exercise week-by-week with tips for reducing pain with walking and progressing safely.
Timestamps: Hysterectomy Exercises - Weeks 1-7 Walking Guide
0:00 Walking after hystertectomy
0:36 Benefits of walking after surgery
0:52 Walking and hysterectomy side effects
1:53 General walking guidelines
2:12 Weeks 1-2 starting to walk
2:47 Weeks 2-4 walking progression
3:17 Weeks 4-6 walking goals
3:42 Week 7 onwards
4:17 How to reduce pain
6:20 Hysterectomy recovery time
6:41 How to ensure safe walking after a hysterectomy
8:06 Improving recovery speed
🔽Hysterectomy Recovery Exercises eBook DOWNLOAD
https://www.pelvicexercises.com.au/pelvic-exercise-products/books/hysterectomy-recovery-book1/
Benefits of walking after a hysterectomy include:
• Maintaining fitness
• Reduced DVT risk (blood clots in the deep leg veins)
• Decreased length of hospital stay
• Improved bowel function
• Improved wellbeing
• Better posture
• Managing lower back pain.
Week by Week Physiotherapist Hysterectomy Recovery Guide
This week-by-week information is not a substitute for medical advice. Follow your surgeon's instructions for walking during your hysterectomy recovery.
Weeks 1-2
•Most women are encouraged to mobilise out of bed within 24 hours of hysterectomy
•It's usually appropriate to continue in-hospital walking at home after discharge
•Start with short regular walks throughout the day approximately 5 minutes duration
•Walk on flat surfaces rather than on inclines or stairs
•Wear full support briefs when you walk for comfort
•Aim for 10 minutes continuous walking by the end of week 2.
Weeks 2-4
•Most women can increase walking duration for each walk by approximately 5 minutes/week
•By the end of week 4 you may be able to walk continuously for 20 minutes
•Monitor your symptoms and progress the time you spend with comfort
•Discomfort with walking can indicate you've done too much. You may need to reduce your walking speed and duration.
Weeks 4-6
•By 6 weeks after a hysterectomy many women can walk continuously for up to 30 minutes.
•If you're unable to manage one long walk 30-minute walk, you may feel more comfortable with a few shorter walks during the day.
Week 7 Onwards
•Most women usually have a postoperative review with their surgeon by week 7.
•You may gradually start to increase your walking speed and the distance you walk when your surgeon has given you permission to return to general exercise
•Complete internal healing usually takes approximately 3 months. Progress your walking program gradually, especially during this time.
Physiotherapy Tips for Improving Comfort and Safety:
•During early recovery time walking with pain medication
•If any exercise causes you to feel discomfort then cease it immediately
•Walk on flat surfaces and avoid hills
•Wear well-fitting cushioned footwear
•Avoid repetitive treadmill walking in favour of walking outdoors
•Wear quality support briefs or support pants
•Doing short regular walks can be just as beneficial as doing long walks, especially within the first 6 weeks after surgery
•Monitor your symptoms and rest if you are feeling tired or experiencing discomfort
•If you experience discomfort with walking you may have done too much in which case stop, rest, and do less walking next time
•Walk at your own pace and avoid comparing your walking progress with others
•Gradually increase your walking duration as your body heals and according to your level of physical comfort
•Alternate walking with rest during your recovery
•Contact your surgeon with any concerns related to exercising after hysterectomy.
Medical References
Kalogera, E., & Dowdy, S. C. (2016). Enhanced recovery pathway in gynecologic surgery: Improving outcomes through evidence-based medicine. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, 43(3), 551–573. doi.org/10.1016/j.ogc.2016.04.006
Buckwalter, J. A. (1995). Activity vs rest in the treatment of bone, soft tissue, and joint injuries. Iowa Orthopaedic Journal, 15, 29–42.
Terzioglu, F., et al. (2013). Multimodal interventions (chewing gum, early oral hydration, and early mobilisation) on intestinal motility following abdominal gynaecologic surgery. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 22(13–14), 1917–1925. doi.org/10.1111/jocn.12185
Nelson, G., et al. (2016). Guidelines for postoperative care in gynecologic/oncology surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) Society recommendations—Part II. Gynecologic Oncology, 140(2), 323–332. doi.org/10.1016/j.ygyno.2015.12.019
Music
That Kid Goran licensed user
Disclaimer
The information provided in this video is intended as general information and not a substitute for individual medical advice regarding your medical condition.
