Hawke's Bay perioperative resources
The term perioperative encompasses your full surgical journey. From before surgery (pre-op), during (operative) and after surgery (post-operative). On this page you will find information to prepare you for your upcoming procedure.
On this page
Breathe well
There are 4 actions you can do after your operation to reduce respiratory complications.
Our 'Breathe well' resource has advice on breathing exercises and techniques to enhance your recovery.
Think well
Delirium is a common medical condition, often caused by physical illness.
Our 'Think well' resource has more information on post-operative delirium.
Move well
There are 7 simple exercises that will help you to keep your strength and balance, and reduce your risk of falls.
Our 'Move well' resource has strength and balance exercises to help you get moving during your recovery.
Eat well
Eating well and optimising your nutrition before surgery will help with healing and recovery after surgery.
Nerve blockers
Peripheral nerve blocks are a type of regional anaesthesia used by anaesthetists. Local anaesthetic medication is injected near a specific nerve or bundle of nerves to block sensations of pain from a specific area of your body (like your arm or leg). It is used to decrease pain during surgery and as you heal afterwards.
Our 'Peripheral nerve block' resource has information about common local anaesthetic pain blocking techniques.