Comparing the Impact of Early Versus Delayed Mobilization on Recovery Outcomes in Post-Surgical Patients: A Quantitative Analysis

Authors: Ali S. Alsuwailem, Ruqayyah A. Alessa

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13253497

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gt5769

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Abstract

Background: Early mobilization is increasingly advocated in postoperative care to enhance recovery outcomes. This study investigates the impact of early versus delayed mobilization on length of hospital stay, pain levels, functional capacity, incidence of complications, and patient satisfaction.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 150 surgical patients divided into early and delayed mobilization groups. Data were collected on hospital stay duration, pain levels at 1 week and 1 month, functional capacity using the Functional Independence Measure (FIM), incidence of complications, and patient satisfaction scores.

Results: The early mobilization group experienced a significantly shorter hospital stay (mean reduction of 2.5 days), lower pain levels at 1 week and 1 month, higher FIM scores at all follow-up points, and higher patient satisfaction scores. No significant differences were observed in the incidence of complications between the two groups.

Conclusion: Early mobilization significantly improves postoperative recovery by reducing hospital stays, decreasing pain levels, enhancing functional capacity, and increasing patient satisfaction without increasing the risk of complications. These findings support the implementation of early mobilization protocols in surgical recovery plans.

Keywords: Early mobilization, postoperative recovery, hospital stay, pain management, functional capacity, patient satisfaction, randomized controlled trial.

Paper Id: 230894

Published On: 2023-05-02

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 3, May-June 2023

Cite This: Comparing the Impact of Early Versus Delayed Mobilization on Recovery Outcomes in Post-Surgical Patients: A Quantitative Analysis - Ali S. Alsuwailem, Ruqayyah A. Alessa - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 3, May-June 2023. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13253497

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