Swelling Duration Post-Surgery Statistics

Statistic 1

"On average, post-operative swelling lasts about 2 to 3 weeks for most surgical patients."

Statistic 2

"Proper hydration can decrease swelling duration by approximately 10-15%."

Statistic 3

"Using anti-inflammatory diets post-surgery can reduce swelling duration by up to 18%."

Statistic 4

"Consistent use of anti-swelling medications can reduce swelling duration by 30%."

Statistic 5

"Consuming a low-sodium diet can reduce post-surgical swelling by approximately 15%."

Statistic 6

"Extensive surgeries can lead to swelling that takes up to 3 months to fully resolve."

Statistic 7

"27% of patients report persistent mild swelling for more than 6 months post-surgery."

Statistic 8

"Women tend to experience slightly less prolonged swelling compared to men."

Statistic 9

"Patients who engage in recommended physical therapy tend to experience a 25% reduction in swelling duration."

Statistic 10

"Patients who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) report a 25% reduction in swelling."

Statistic 11

"Nearly 40% of patients report mild swelling that persists up to 6 weeks post-surgery."

Statistic 12

"Compression garments are effective in reducing swelling duration by around 20%."

Statistic 13

"Ice packs applied during the initial 48 hours can reduce swelling duration by up to 50%."

Statistic 14

"Up to 22% of patients require intervention for swelling that might develop into lymphedema."

Statistic 15

"Swelling duration extends by 30% on average in patients who smoke."

Statistic 16

"Swelling associated with orthopedic surgeries generally takes longer to resolve than with soft tissue surgeries."

Statistic 17

"Elevated limb positioning can reduce swelling duration by 20-30%."

Statistic 18

"About 15% of patients experience complications leading to prolonged swelling."

Statistic 19

"Mild to moderate swelling is normal and peaks at around 48 to 72 hours post-surgery."

Statistic 20

"On average, swelling subsides faster in patients under 50 compared to those over 50."