Sternal Precautions For Post-Op Open Heart Surgery

Sternal Precautions and Proper Handling of Patients following Open Heart Surgery. This video explains all precautions for patients following their open heart surgery. It also shows and gives step by step instructions for bed mobility, transfers and gait. Informational video to help assist patient’s families, nursing staff and any other care givers who may be working with these patients. Disclaimer - Site content is provided for informational purposes only, and does not intend to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified physician or healthcare provider. #sternalprecautions #heartsurgery #physicaltherapy **This is an original video I created for my inservice while on my physical therapy clinical internship.** ©JB. Doctor of Physical Therapy, Class of 2011. University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA.